($1,055+) Madison, WI to Chandler, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Madison, WI to Chandler, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,682-mile move from Madison, Wisconsin, to Chandler, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,443 - $11,027. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $321 - $2,140. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Madison and Chandler. Local movers in Madison typically start around $371 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,443 - $5,732
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,228 - $7,508
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,787 - $11,027

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 Madison to Chandler.

Specialty moving services from Madison, WI to Chandler, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Madison movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Chandler, 85% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Madison to Chandler?

Movers licensed to operate in Arizona are typically members of the Arizona Moving 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 Madison, WI to Chandler, AZ

Moving containers from Madison, Wisconsin, to Chandler, Arizona, cost between $1,601 and $5,116. 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 Madison runs about $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Madison to Chandler:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,601 - $2,757
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,009 - $3,937
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,821 - $5,116

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Madison, WI and Chandler, AZ. 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 $749 in Madison, WI, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $80 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $161 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 Madison to Chandler?

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 Madison, WI to Chandler, AZ

A rental truck for this 1,682-mile move from Madison, Wisconsin, to Chandler, Arizona, costs between $992 and $2,802. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $573 - $654
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Madison daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Madison to Chandler based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $992 - $2,026
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,095 - $2,291
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,467 - $2,802

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 $80 and $375.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $161.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $573 and $654 for the 1,682-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 $749 for 2 movers in Madison, Wisconsin, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Madison to Chandler?

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 Madison, WI to Chandler, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Madison, Wisconsin, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Chandler, Arizona.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,638 and $3,149.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,441 - $2,585
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,638 - $3,149
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,106 - $4,136

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Madison, Wisconsin, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $749.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $80 and $161 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Madison to Chandler?

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.
3. Larson Transportation, LLC (4.3/5 stars): Larson Transportation, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Madison, WI vs Chandler, AZ

Madison and Chandler land in a similar range on everyday costs. The cost of living index sits at 103 in Madison and 113 in Chandler, and rent tracks closely too ($1,600/mo vs. $2,250/mo). You likely won't need to rework your monthly budget much after this move. Walkability (50 vs 35) and safety scores (65.43 vs 76.61) come out about the same too.