($868+) Seattle, WA to Phoenix, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Seattle, WA to Phoenix, AZ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,428-mile move from Seattle, Washington, to Phoenix, Arizona, with prices running from $2,627 - $10,379. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $420 - $2,800 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Seattle and Phoenix are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Seattle movers tend to run around $260 as a base rate plus $141/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,627 - $6,135
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,591 - $8,138
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,766 - $10,379

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 Seattle to Phoenix.

Specialty moving services from Seattle, WA to Phoenix, AZ

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

What are the best full-service movers from Seattle to Phoenix?

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 Seattle, WA to Phoenix, AZ

Moving containers from Seattle, Washington, to Phoenix, Arizona, cost between $1,383 and $5,158. 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 Phoenix. If you go over that window, storage in Seattle adds around $120/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Seattle to Phoenix:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,383 - $2,613
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,894 - $3,576
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,475 - $5,158

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Seattle, WA and Phoenix, 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 $980 in Seattle, WA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $105 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $210 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 Seattle to Phoenix?

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 Seattle, WA to Phoenix, AZ

Truck rentals from Seattle, Washington, to Phoenix, Arizona, range from $886 - $2,543 for the 1,428-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $636 - $727
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• Seattle daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.19 - $1.39

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Seattle to Phoenix based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $886 - $1,838
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $968 - $1,978
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,233 - $2,543

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $210 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $91 and $455 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $636 - $727 in fuel for the 1,428-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $980 in Seattle, Washington, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Seattle to Phoenix?

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 Seattle, WA to Phoenix, AZ

For larger DIY moves from Seattle, Washington, 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 Phoenix, Arizona.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,384 and $2,949.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,308 - $2,281
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,384 - $2,949
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,921 - $3,851

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 Seattle, Washington, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $980.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $105 and $210 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Seattle to Phoenix?

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. Allstate Transport (4.76/5 stars): Allstate Transport 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: Seattle, WA vs Phoenix, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Phoenix, side by side with Seattle 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.