($818+) Olympia, WA to Phoenix, AZ Movers
Moving from Olympia, WA, to Phoenix, AZ, runs anywhere from $818 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $10,408 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,448 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 3 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,355, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $10,408 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,345 - $4,726, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $818 - $2,495.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Olympia, WA, to Phoenix, AZ. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,064 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Olympia, WA to Phoenix, AZ
Moving options from Olympia to Phoenix fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $3,064 - $7,528 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 46% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 68% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 1,448-mile route typically takes 3 to 8 days door to door.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,448-mile route from Olympia to Phoenix, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $2,355 - $5,731 | $1,345 - $2,414 | $818 - $1,733 | $1,138 - $2,151 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $3,064 - $7,528 | $1,649 - $3,373 | $979 - $1,964 | $1,320 - $2,920 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $5,835 - $10,408 | $2,218 - $4,726 | $1,174 - $2,495 | $1,793 - $3,521 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Olympia, WA to Phoenix, AZ
For the 1,448-mile move from Olympia, Washington, to Phoenix, Arizona, full-service movers cost between $2,355 and $10,408. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $337 - $2,248 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Olympia generally start around $296 plus $133 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Olympia to Phoenix:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,355 - $5,731
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,064 - $7,528
- 4+ bedrooms: $5,835 - $10,408
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 Olympia to Phoenix.
Pro tip: Peak moving season (May - September) limits truck availability and pushes up full-service moving costs. Booking during slower months can give you more scheduling room and a lower final price.
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Specialty moving services from Olympia, WA to Phoenix, AZ
Specialty needs vary by market: 65% of Olympia movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Phoenix, 66% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing75% of local movers | $562 - $5,620 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready65% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. | $225 - $1,349/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $337 - $2,698 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage14% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs56% of local movers | $1,124 - $3,372 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,810 - $11,240 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $842 - $1,599 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items29% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Mountain Moving & Storage | $1,124 - $2,810 |
| Piano | Any piano type41% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | $899 - $3,934 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling8% of local movers | $337 - $1,686 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect12% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | $731 - $2,248 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $337 - $16,860+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $337 - $3,934+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Olympia to Phoenix?
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- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are the more cost-efficient choice. Local movers in Olympia, WA, often charge 30% - 40% more at that distance because their operations aren't built for long-haul logistics. The exception is if you want a dedicated point-to-point truck with an average 2-day delivery, though that level of service generally increases your total cost.
Moving container costs from Olympia, WA to Phoenix, AZ
Moving containers from Olympia, Washington, to Phoenix, Arizona, cost between $1,345 and $4,726. 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 Olympia adds around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Olympia to Phoenix:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,345 - $2,414
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,649 - $3,373
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,218 - $4,726
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Olympia, WA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $787, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $84 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $169 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Olympia, WA, and Phoenix, AZ, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Washington to Arizona move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,345. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,649 - $3,373.
What are the best moving containers Olympia to Phoenix?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Olympia to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Olympia:
- All Ready Moving & Storage (4.8/5), 22 years in business
- Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. (4.7/5), 123 years in business
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.8/5), 8 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Olympia, WA to Phoenix, AZ
A rental truck for this 1,448-mile move from Olympia, Washington, to Phoenix, Arizona, costs between $818 and $2,495. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $518 - $592
- Daily insurance: $34/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Olympia daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.09 - $1.59
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Olympia to Phoenix based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $818 - $1,733
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $979 - $1,964
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,174 - $2,495
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Olympia to Phoenix starts at $818 - $2,495, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($518 - $592), overnight lodging ($169/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for roughly $600 - $1,200 more on top of fuel and lodging to cover meals, equipment, and other extras.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Olympia, Washington, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $787.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $518 - $592 for the 1,448-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
- Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $67 and $365, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $169 per night for hotel stops on the 1,448-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $337 - $506.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Olympia to Phoenix?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Olympia, WA to Phoenix, AZ
Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Olympia, Washington, to Phoenix, Arizona. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.
Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $1,320 and $2,920.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Olympia to Phoenix:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,138 - $2,151
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,320 - $2,920
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,793 - $3,521
Pro tip: Freight trailers come with a 4-foot loading ramp, which can be a challenge with bulky furniture. With 8 feet of vertical space available, stacking efficiently often requires a ladder and a plan. Since you're billed per linear foot, packing tight can make a real difference in your final cost.
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 $84 - $169 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 Olympia, Washington, typically costs $787.
What are the best freight companies from Olympia to Phoenix?
- 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.
- 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.
Pro tip: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.
Cost of living: Olympia, WA vs Phoenix, AZ
Good news for your budget: Phoenix isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Olympia. Cost of living index runs 113 there against 112 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 39/100 and 62.25/100 here versus 41/100 and 46.94/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Phoenix, AZ to Olympia, WA guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Washington to Arizona over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 279 movers in our Washington network to compare for this 1,448-mile move.
Our take
For a move from Olympia, WA, to Phoenix, AZ, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,355 for a studio to $10,408 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,448-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,345 - $4,726. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $818 - $2,495, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $3,064 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.
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FAQs: Moving from Olympia, WA, to Phoenix, AZ
What is the best time of year to move from Olympia, WA to Phoenix, AZ?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
How long does a move from Olympia, WA to Phoenix, AZ take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 3 to 8 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are often one of the faster options outside of driving yourself, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($518 - $592), daily insurance ($34/day), and equipment rentals ($8 - $22) on top. Overnight stops can add another $169/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
What is the cheapest way to move from Olympia, WA to Phoenix, AZ?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $979 - $1,964. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
How much does it cost to move from Olympia, WA to Phoenix, AZ?
Costs on this route range from around $818 to $10,408, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,355 and $10,408, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What percentage of Olympia movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 41% of movers in Olympia handle piano moves, and 29% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.