($995+) Scottsdale, AZ to Huntsville, AL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Huntsville, AL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,624-mile move from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Huntsville, Alabama, with costs ranging from $2,319 - $9,287. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $316 - $2,108. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Scottsdale and Huntsville. Local movers in Scottsdale typically start around $155 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,319 - $5,318
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,862 - $6,913
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,465 - $9,287

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 Scottsdale to Huntsville.

Specialty moving services from Scottsdale, AZ to Huntsville, AL

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Scottsdale movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Huntsville, 59% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Scottsdale to Huntsville?

Alabama Trucking Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Alabama, 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 Scottsdale, AZ to Huntsville, AL

Moving containers from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Huntsville, Alabama, cost between $1,420 and $4,945. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Huntsville. If you go over that window, storage in Scottsdale adds around $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Scottsdale to Huntsville:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,420 - $2,669
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,815 - $3,510
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,376 - $4,945

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $79 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $158 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $738 in Scottsdale, AZ, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Huntsville, AL, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Scottsdale to Huntsville?

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 Scottsdale, AZ to Huntsville, AL

Renting a moving truck for the 1,624-mile move from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Huntsville, Alabama, costs between $995 and $2,779, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $545 - $622
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Scottsdale daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Scottsdale to Huntsville based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $995 - $1,747
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,046 - $2,186
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,331 - $2,779

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $545 - $622 for the 1,624-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 Scottsdale, Arizona, for about 5 hours typically costs around $738.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,624-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $158 per night, adding $316 - $474 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $53 and $316.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Scottsdale to Huntsville?

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 Scottsdale, AZ to Huntsville, AL

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Huntsville, Alabama. 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 $949 and $2,809.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,265 - $2,284
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,380 - $2,809
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,900 - $4,075

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Scottsdale, Arizona, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $738.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $79 - $158 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Scottsdale to Huntsville?

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: Scottsdale, AZ vs Huntsville, AL

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Huntsville, side by side with Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale, AZ, to Huntsville, AL, 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 $2,319 - $9,287 on the 1,624-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,420 - $4,945, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $995 - $2,779. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,862 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 Qualitest Pharmaceuticals and Huntsville Hospital.