($1,052+) Chattanooga, TN to Mesa, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Chattanooga, TN to Mesa, AZ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,750-mile move from Chattanooga, Tennessee, to Mesa, Arizona, with prices running from $2,451 - $10,222. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $298 - $1,984 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Chattanooga and Mesa are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Chattanooga movers tend to run around $280 as a base rate plus $99/hour per mover, for comparison.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Chattanooga to Mesa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,451 - $5,495
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,236 - $7,252
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,207 - $10,222

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Chattanooga to Mesa.

Specialty moving services from Chattanooga, TN to Mesa, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 45% of Chattanooga movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Mesa, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Chattanooga to Mesa?

Movers licensed to operate in Arizona are typically members of the Arizona Moving Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Chattanooga, TN to Mesa, AZ

Moving containers from Chattanooga, Tennessee, to Mesa, Arizona, cost between $1,543 and $5,317. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Chattanooga typically costs about $60/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Chattanooga to Mesa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,543 - $2,774
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,956 - $3,883
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,646 - $5,317

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Chattanooga, TN and Mesa, AZ. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $694 in Chattanooga, TN, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $74 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $149 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Chattanooga to Mesa?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Chattanooga, TN to Mesa, AZ

Truck rentals from Chattanooga, Tennessee, to Mesa, Arizona, range from $1,052 - $2,746 for the 1,750-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $552 - $631
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Chattanooga daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Chattanooga to Mesa based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,052 - $1,925
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,050 - $2,384
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,324 - $2,746

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $74 and $347.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $149.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $552 and $631 for the 1,750-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $694 for 2 movers in Chattanooga, Tennessee, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Chattanooga to Mesa?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Chattanooga, TN to Mesa, AZ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Chattanooga, Tennessee, to Mesa, Arizona. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $893 and $3,230.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Chattanooga to Mesa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,309 - $2,572
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,595 - $3,230
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,054 - $4,254

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $74 - $149 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Chattanooga, Tennessee, for about five hours typically runs $694.

What are the best freight companies from Chattanooga to Mesa?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Chattanooga, TN vs Mesa, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Mesa, side by side with Chattanooga on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

A move from Chattanooga, TN, to Mesa, AZ, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,451 - $10,222 on the 1,750-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,543 - $5,317, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $1,052 - $2,746. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,236 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Mesa tend to point to bountiful outdoor activities and beautiful nature, though terrible traffic and tourists come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Banner Health System and Mesa Public Schools.