($1,653+) Portland, ME to Chandler, AZ Movers

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Moving from Portland, ME, to Chandler, AZ, runs anywhere from $1,542 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $14,611 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 2,745 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 7 to 21 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 $3,088, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $14,611 or more.
  • Moving containers run $2,058 - $7,299, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,542 - $4,679.
  • Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Portland, ME, to Chandler, AZ. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $4,456 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.

Compare moving options from Portland, ME to Chandler, AZ

Moving options from Portland to Chandler fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $4,456 - $9,061 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 2,745-mile route typically takes 7 to 21 days door to door.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,745-mile route from Portland to Chandler, broken down by home size:

Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $3,088 - $6,870 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($2,058 - $3,885), rental truck ($1,542 - $3,048), or freight trailer ($1,817 - $3,426). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $4,456 - $9,061 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $14,611.

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Portland, ME to Chandler, AZ

Hiring full-service movers from Portland, Maine, to Chandler, Arizona, costs between $3,088 and $14,611. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 2,745-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $337 - $2,248, 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 Portland and Chandler. For a rough baseline, movers based in Portland tend to start around $382 plus $135/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 Portland to Chandler:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,088 - $6,870
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,456 - $9,061
  • 4+ bedrooms: $8,986 - $14,611

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 Portland to Chandler.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Maine to Arizona. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.

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Specialty moving services from Portland, ME to Chandler, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 78% of Portland movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Chandler, 85% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$562 - $5,620
Storage in transitNew place not ready78% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK$225 - $1,349/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$337 - $2,698
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage56% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs33% of local movers$1,124 - $3,372
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$2,810 - $11,240
Car shippingSecond vehicle$842 - $1,599
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items67% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Liberty Bell Moving & Storage of Maine$1,124 - $2,810
PianoAny piano type100% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK$899 - $3,934
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling89% of local movers$337 - $1,686
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect78% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Liberty Bell Moving & Storage of Maine$731 - $2,248
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$337 - $16,860+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$337 - $3,934+

What are the best full-service movers from Portland to Chandler?

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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.

Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Portland, ME. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.

Moving container costs from Portland, ME to Chandler, AZ

Moving containers from Portland, Maine, to Chandler, Arizona, cost between $2,058 and $7,299. 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 Portland typically costs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Portland to Chandler:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,058 - $3,885
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,592 - $5,463
  • 4+ bedrooms: $3,502 - $7,299

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 $787 in Portland, ME. 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 $84 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $169 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 Chandler, AZ, destination before booking.

Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Maine 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 $2,058. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,592 - $5,463, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Portland to Chandler?

  1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
  2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
  3. 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 Portland 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 Portland:

  • TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.8/5), 9 years in business
  • Tiny Tim's Moving (4.3/5), 33 years in business
  • Integrity Movers, 0 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Portland, ME to Chandler, AZ

Truck rentals from Portland, Maine, to Chandler, Arizona, range from $1,542 - $4,679 for the 2,745-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

  • Fuel for the drive: $982 - $1,122
  • Daily insurance: $34/day
  • Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
  • Portland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
  • Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89
Home sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Portland to Chandler based on home size:

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,542 - $3,048
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,773 - $3,666
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,284 - $4,679

Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Portland to Chandler starts at $1,542 - $4,679, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($982 - $1,122) , overnight lodging ($169/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Portland, Maine, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $787.
  • Gas: Fuel costs total $982 - $1,122 for the 2,745-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 2,745-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $337 - $506.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Portland to Chandler?

  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 Portland, ME to Chandler, AZ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Portland, Maine, to Chandler, 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 $1,012 and $4,240.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,817 - $3,426
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,053 - $4,240
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,859 - $5,663

Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.

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 Portland, Maine, typically costs $787.

What are the best freight companies from Portland to Chandler?

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Dubois Livestock (3.96/5 stars): Dubois Livestock is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

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: Portland, ME vs Chandler, AZ

Portland and Chandler land in a similar range on everyday costs. The cost of living index sits at 112 in Portland and 113 in Chandler, and rent tracks closely too ($1,991/mo vs. $2,250/mo). You likely won't need to rework your monthly budget much after this move. Walkability (62 vs 35) and safety scores (67.84 vs 76.61) come out about the same too.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Chandler, AZ to Portland, ME guide.

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Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Portland, ME, to Chandler, AZ, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $3,088 - $14,611 on the 2,745-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $2,058 - $7,299 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,542 - $4,679 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $4,456 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Chandler tend to point to quality education and safe, though overcrowding and long commutes come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Intel and Wells Fargo.

FAQs: Moving from Portland, ME, to Chandler, AZ

How long does a move from Portland, ME to Chandler, AZ take?

Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, 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 are the best neighborhoods in Chandler?

For families, Ocotillo, Fulton Ranch, and Sun Groves are worth a look in Chandler. If you're moving solo or without kids, Downtown Chandler, Chieftain Village, and Dobson Estates tend to be popular picks instead.

What is the cheapest way to move from Portland, ME to Chandler, 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 $1,773 - $3,666. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.

Is Chandler a safe place to live?

Chandler has a safety index of 76.61 out of 100 and a crime index of 23.39, compared to 67.84 and 32.16 in Portland. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.

What size moving truck do I need for this route?

Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.

What percentage of Portland movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 100% of movers in Portland handle piano moves, and 67% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.