($1,151+) Tempe, AZ to Detroit, MI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Detroit, MI

Full-service movers for the 1,975-mile relocation from Tempe, Arizona, to Detroit, Michigan, cost between $2,493 and $11,930. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $314 - $2,092, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Tempe typically charge a base rate around $200 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,493 - $5,440
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,575 - $7,556
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,747 - $11,930

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 Tempe to Detroit.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Detroit, MI

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Tempe movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Detroit, 89% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Tempe to Detroit?

Michigan Movers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Michigan, on top of the picks below.

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 Tempe, AZ to Detroit, MI

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Detroit, Michigan, cost between $1,743 and $6,252. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Tempe costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Tempe to Detroit:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,743 - $3,213
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,254 - $4,591
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,940 - $6,252

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $732 in Tempe, AZ. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $78 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $157 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Detroit, MI, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Tempe to Detroit?

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 Tempe, AZ to Detroit, MI

A rental truck for this 1,975-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Detroit, Michigan, costs between $1,259 and $3,236. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $657 - $751
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Tempe daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Tempe to Detroit based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,259 - $2,221
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,285 - $2,835
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,687 - $3,236

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $157 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 $68 and $340 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $657 - $751 in fuel for the 1,975-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $732 in Tempe, Arizona, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tempe to Detroit?

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 Tempe, AZ to Detroit, MI

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Tempe, Arizona, to Detroit, Michigan, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,786 and $3,567.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,434 - $2,749
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,786 - $3,567
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,398 - $4,524

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 $78 - $157 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Tempe, Arizona, for about five hours typically runs $732.

What are the best freight companies from Tempe to Detroit?

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: Tempe, AZ vs Detroit, MI

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