($796+) Phoenix, AZ to Lafayette, LA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Phoenix, AZ to Lafayette, LA

Full-service movers for the 1,391-mile relocation from Phoenix, Arizona, to Lafayette, Louisiana, cost between $2,143 and $9,257. 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 $311 - $2,076, 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 Phoenix typically charge a base rate around $140 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,143 - $5,159
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,875 - $6,739
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,915 - $9,257

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 Lafayette.

Specialty moving services from Phoenix, AZ to Lafayette, LA

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Phoenix movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Lafayette, 40% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Louisiana are typically members of the Louisiana Motor Transport 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 Phoenix, AZ to Lafayette, LA

Moving containers from Phoenix, Arizona, to Lafayette, Louisiana, cost between $1,271 and $4,408. 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 Lafayette:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,271 - $2,323
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,605 - $3,243
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,249 - $4,408

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Phoenix, AZ and Lafayette, LA. 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 $727 in Phoenix, AZ, 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 $156 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 Phoenix to Lafayette?

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 Lafayette, LA

Plan on $796 - $2,374 for a rental moving truck on the 1,391-mile route from Phoenix, Arizona, to Lafayette, Louisiana. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $459 - $525
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• 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 Lafayette based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $796 - $1,539
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $869 - $1,849
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,163 - $2,374

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 $156.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $459 and $525 for the 1,391-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 $727 for 2 movers in Phoenix, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Lafayette, LA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Phoenix, Arizona, to Lafayette, Louisiana. 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 $934 and $2,786.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,227 - $2,091
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,324 - $2,786
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,818 - $3,744

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 - $156 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Phoenix, Arizona, for about five hours typically runs $727.

What are the best freight companies from Phoenix to Lafayette?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Phoenix, AZ vs Lafayette, LA

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

Our take

A move from Phoenix, AZ, to Lafayette, LA, 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 $2,143 - $9,257 on the 1,391-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,271 - $4,408, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $796 - $2,374. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,875 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include LHC Group and King-Patin.