($1,053+) Atlanta, GA to Scottsdale, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Atlanta, GA to Scottsdale, AZ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,802-mile move from Atlanta, Georgia, to Scottsdale, Arizona, with prices running from $2,420 - $11,452. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $339 - $2,260 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Atlanta and Scottsdale are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Atlanta movers tend to run around $216 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,420 - $5,797
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,410 - $7,688
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,010 - $11,452

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 Atlanta to Scottsdale.

Specialty moving services from Atlanta, GA to Scottsdale, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Atlanta movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Scottsdale, 85% of movers offer the same service.

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

Arizona Moving Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Arizona, 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 Atlanta, GA to Scottsdale, AZ

Moving containers from Atlanta, Georgia, to Scottsdale, Arizona, cost between $1,533 and $5,566. 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 Scottsdale. If you go over that window, storage in Atlanta adds around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,533 - $2,988
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,981 - $3,974
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,876 - $5,566

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $791 in Atlanta, GA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $85 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $170 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Scottsdale, AZ, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Atlanta to Scottsdale?

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 Atlanta, GA to Scottsdale, AZ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,802 miles from Atlanta, Georgia, to Scottsdale, Arizona, running $1,164 - $3,200. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $648 - $740
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Atlanta daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,164 - $2,241
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,175 - $2,513
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,558 - $3,200

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $170 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 Atlanta, Georgia, usually costs about $791 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,802-mile drive falls between $648 and $740, 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 $57 and $339 to your total.

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

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 Atlanta, GA to Scottsdale, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Atlanta, Georgia, 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 Scottsdale, 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 $1,552 and $3,380.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,395 - $2,635
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,552 - $3,380
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,346 - $4,498

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $85 and $170.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Atlanta, Georgia, for roughly five hours typically average $791.

What are the best freight companies from Atlanta to Scottsdale?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Bennett Motor Express, LLC (4.7/5 stars): Bennett Motor Express, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Atlanta, GA vs Scottsdale, AZ

Good news for your budget: Scottsdale isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Atlanta. Cost of living index runs 113 there against 113 here, and rent, income, and tax rates all fall in a comparable band. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores land in a similar range too - 48/100 and 35.77/100 here versus 32/100 and 74.2/100 there.