($1,229+) Tempe, AZ to Buffalo, NY Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Buffalo, NY

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,193-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Buffalo, New York, with prices running from $2,326 - $11,074. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $314 - $2,092 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Tempe and Buffalo are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Tempe movers tend to run around $200 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,326 - $5,642
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,590 - $7,756
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,608 - $11,074

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 Buffalo.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Buffalo, NY

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

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

All three below meet the standards set by the New York State Movers & Warehousemen’s Association, the group most New York movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Tempe, AZ to Buffalo, NY

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Buffalo, New York, cost between $1,585 and $5,913. 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 Buffalo:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,585 - $3,147
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,115 - $4,502
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,932 - $5,913

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $78 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $157 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Buffalo, NY, 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 $732 in Tempe, 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 Tempe to Buffalo?

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 Buffalo, NY

A rental truck for this 2,193-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Buffalo, New York, costs between $1,229 and $3,532. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $730 - $834
• 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 Buffalo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,229 - $2,327
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,291 - $2,770
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,613 - $3,532

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $157 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Tempe, Arizona, usually costs about $732 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 2,193-mile drive falls between $730 and $834, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $52 and $314 to your total.

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

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 Buffalo, NY

For larger DIY moves from Tempe, 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 Buffalo, New York.

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 $1,624 and $3,567.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,501 - $2,945
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,624 - $3,567
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,464 - $4,777

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $78 - $157 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Tempe, Arizona, typically costs $732.

What are the best freight companies from Tempe to Buffalo?

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.

Cost of living: Tempe, AZ vs Buffalo, NY

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

Our take

Full-service movers on the 2,193-mile route from Tempe, AZ, to Buffalo, NY, run $2,326 - $11,074 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,585 - $5,913, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $1,229 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,590, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include UBS and Delaware North.