($1,024+) Phoenix, AZ to Indianapolis, IN Movers

Full-service moving costs from Phoenix, AZ to Indianapolis, IN

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,697-mile move from Phoenix, Arizona, to Indianapolis, Indiana, with costs ranging from $2,420 - $10,710. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $307 - $2,044. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Phoenix and Indianapolis. Local movers in Phoenix typically start around $140 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,420 - $5,568
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,100 - $7,363
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,090 - $10,710

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 Phoenix to Indianapolis.

Specialty moving services from Phoenix, AZ to Indianapolis, IN

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Phoenix movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Indianapolis, 81% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Phoenix to Indianapolis?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Phoenix, AZ to Indianapolis, IN

Moving containers from Phoenix, Arizona, to Indianapolis, Indiana, cost between $1,464 and $5,332. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Phoenix runs about $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Phoenix to Indianapolis:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,464 - $2,728
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,989 - $4,017
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,579 - $5,332

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $77 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $153 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Indianapolis, IN, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $715 in Phoenix, AZ. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Phoenix to Indianapolis?

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 Phoenix, AZ to Indianapolis, IN

Truck rentals from Phoenix, Arizona, to Indianapolis, Indiana, range from $1,097 - $2,831 for the 1,697-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $552 - $631
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Phoenix daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Phoenix to Indianapolis based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,097 - $2,026
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,174 - $2,267
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,395 - $2,831

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $153 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $66 and $332 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $552 - $631 in fuel for the 1,697-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $715 in Phoenix, Arizona, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Phoenix to Indianapolis?

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 Phoenix, AZ to Indianapolis, IN

If you're moving a larger household from Phoenix, Arizona, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Indianapolis, Indiana.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,607 and $3,374.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,358 - $2,662
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,607 - $3,374
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,213 - $4,136

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 $77 - $153 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Phoenix, Arizona, for about five hours typically runs $715.

What are the best freight companies from Phoenix to Indianapolis?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Phoenix, AZ vs Indianapolis, IN

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Indianapolis, side by side with Phoenix 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.