($1,221+) Phoenix, AZ to Lansing, MI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Phoenix, AZ to Lansing, MI

For the 1,941-mile move from Phoenix, Arizona, to Lansing, Michigan, full-service movers cost between $2,624 and $10,970. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $304 - $2,028 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Phoenix generally start around $140 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,624 - $5,416
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,318 - $7,488
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,627 - $10,970

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 Lansing.

Specialty moving services from Phoenix, AZ to Lansing, MI

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Phoenix movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Lansing, 82% of movers offer the same service.

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

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Phoenix, AZ to Lansing, MI

Moving containers from Phoenix, Arizona, to Lansing, Michigan, cost between $1,571 and $5,800. 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 Phoenix costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,571 - $3,073
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,117 - $4,261
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,841 - $5,800

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $76 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $152 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Lansing, MI, 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 $710 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 Lansing?

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 Lansing, MI

A rental truck for this 1,941-mile move from Phoenix, Arizona, to Lansing, Michigan, costs between $1,197 and $3,263. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $626 - $716
• Daily insurance: $30/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 Lansing based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,197 - $2,194
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,244 - $2,584
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,538 - $3,263

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $626 - $716 for the 1,941-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Phoenix, Arizona, for about 5 hours typically costs around $710.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,941-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $152 per night, adding $304 - $456 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $51 and $304.

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

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 Lansing, MI

For larger DIY moves from Phoenix, Arizona, 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 Lansing, Michigan.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,694 and $3,340.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,429 - $2,906
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,694 - $3,340
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,272 - $4,499

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 $76 - $152 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Phoenix, Arizona, for about five hours typically runs $710.

What are the best freight companies from Phoenix to Lansing?

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.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Phoenix, AZ vs Lansing, MI

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Lansing, 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.