($752+) Billings, MT to Tempe, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Billings, MT to Tempe, AZ

Hiring full-service movers from Billings, Montana, to Tempe, Arizona, costs between $2,578 and $10,242. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,220-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $307 - $2,044, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Billings and Tempe. For a rough baseline, movers based in Billings tend to start around $259 plus $105/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,578 - $5,856
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,105 - $7,499
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,486 - $10,242

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 Billings to Tempe.

Specialty moving services from Billings, MT to Tempe, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 67% of Billings movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tempe, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Billings to Tempe?

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1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Billings, MT to Tempe, AZ

Moving containers from Billings, Montana, to Tempe, Arizona, cost between $1,198 and $4,358. 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 Tempe. If you go over that window, storage in Billings adds around $55/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Billings to Tempe:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,198 - $2,292
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,512 - $3,291
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,069 - $4,358

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 Billings, MT, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $715, 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 $77 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $153 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Billings, MT, and Tempe, 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.

What are the best moving containers Billings to Tempe?

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 Billings, MT to Tempe, AZ

A rental truck for this 1,220-mile move from Billings, Montana, to Tempe, Arizona, costs between $752 and $2,100. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $397 - $453
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Billings daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Billings to Tempe based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $752 - $1,406
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $797 - $1,705
• 4+ bedrooms: $981 - $2,100

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $397 - $453 for the 1,220-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Billings, Montana, for about 5 hours typically costs around $715.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,220-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $153 per night, adding $307 - $460 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $51 and $307.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Billings to Tempe?

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 Billings, MT to Tempe, AZ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Billings, Montana, to Tempe, Arizona. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $920 and $2,504.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,068 - $2,022
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,300 - $2,504
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,776 - $3,216

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $77 - $153 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Billings, Montana, for about five hours typically runs $715.

What are the best freight companies from Billings to Tempe?

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.

Cost of living: Billings, MT vs Tempe, AZ

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

Our take

Full-service movers on the 1,220-mile route from Billings, MT, to Tempe, AZ, run $2,578 - $10,242 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,198 - $4,358, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $752 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,105, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Amkor Technology, Inc. and Benchmark Electronics.