($987+) Minneapolis, MN to Tucson, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Minneapolis, MN to Tucson, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,637-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Tucson, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,394 - $10,314. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $309 - $2,060. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Minneapolis and Tucson. Local movers in Minneapolis typically start around $240 as a base rate plus $109/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,394 - $5,480
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,477 - $7,203
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,841 - $10,314

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 Minneapolis to Tucson.

Specialty moving services from Minneapolis, MN to Tucson, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 91% of Minneapolis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tucson, 92% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Minneapolis to Tucson?

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 Minneapolis, MN to Tucson, AZ

Moving containers from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Tucson, Arizona, cost between $1,561 and $5,186. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Minneapolis typically costs about $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Minneapolis to Tucson:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,561 - $2,713
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,998 - $3,991
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,512 - $5,186

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Minneapolis, MN and Tucson, 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 $721 in Minneapolis, MN, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $77 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $155 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 Minneapolis to Tucson?

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 Minneapolis, MN to Tucson, AZ

Renting a moving truck for the 1,637-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Tucson, Arizona, costs between $977 and $2,815, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $536 - $613
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Minneapolis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Minneapolis to Tucson based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $977 - $2,033
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,157 - $2,279
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,332 - $2,815

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 $77 and $361.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $155.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $536 and $613 for the 1,637-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 $721 for 2 movers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Minneapolis to Tucson?

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 Minneapolis, MN to Tucson, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Minneapolis, Minnesota, 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 Tucson, 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 $1,598 and $3,287.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,311 - $2,569
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,598 - $3,287
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,073 - $4,444

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Minneapolis, Minnesota, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $721.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $77 - $155 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 Minneapolis to Tucson?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
3. T.A. Dedicated, Inc. (4.8/5 stars): T.A. Dedicated, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Minneapolis, MN vs Tucson, AZ

Good news for your budget: Tucson isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Minneapolis. Cost of living index runs 97 there against 107 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 - 71/100 and 43.94/100 here versus 43/100 and 45.57/100 there.