($446+) Albuquerque, NM to Salt Lake City, UT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Albuquerque, NM to Salt Lake City, UT

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 598-mile move from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Salt Lake City, Utah, with costs ranging from $1,509 - $8,072. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $311 - $2,072. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Albuquerque and Salt Lake City. Local movers in Albuquerque typically start around $185 as a base rate plus $80/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,509 - $4,094
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,213 - $5,637
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,235 - $8,072

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 Albuquerque to Salt Lake City.

Specialty moving services from Albuquerque, NM to Salt Lake City, UT

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of Albuquerque movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Salt Lake City, 47% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City?

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 Albuquerque, NM to Salt Lake City, UT

Moving containers from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Salt Lake City, Utah, cost between $969 and $3,116. 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 Albuquerque typically costs about $65/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $969 - $1,780
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,292 - $2,316
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,740 - $3,116

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Albuquerque, NM and Salt Lake City, UT. 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 $725 in Albuquerque, NM, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $78 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $155 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 Albuquerque to Salt Lake City?

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 Albuquerque, NM to Salt Lake City, UT

Plan on $446 - $1,203 for a rental moving truck on the 598-mile route from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Salt Lake City, Utah. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $197 - $225
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Albuquerque daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $446 - $823
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $485 - $987
• 4+ bedrooms: $588 - $1,203

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 $78 and $363.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $155.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $197 and $225 for the 598-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 $725 for 2 movers in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City?

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 Albuquerque, NM to Salt Lake City, UT

For larger DIY moves from Albuquerque, New Mexico, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Salt Lake City, Utah.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $994 and $1,911.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $837 - $1,508
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $994 - $1,911
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,353 - $2,468

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 - $155 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for about five hours typically runs $725.

What are the best freight companies from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Albuquerque, NM vs Salt Lake City, UT

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

The 598-mile move from Albuquerque, NM, to Salt Lake City, UT, costs between $1,509 and $8,072 with full-service movers, $969 - $3,116 with a moving container, and $446 - $1,203 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,213 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Intermountain Healthcare and Alsco.