($1,048+) Mobile, AL to Phoenix, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Mobile, AL to Phoenix, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,642-mile move from Mobile, Alabama, to Phoenix, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,567 - $11,066. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $287 - $1,912. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Mobile and Phoenix. Local movers in Mobile typically start around $367 as a base rate plus $150/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,567 - $5,368
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,276 - $7,654
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,902 - $11,066

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 Mobile to Phoenix.

Specialty moving services from Mobile, AL to Phoenix, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 90% of Mobile 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 Mobile to Phoenix?

Arizona Moving Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Arizona, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Mobile, AL to Phoenix, AZ

Moving containers from Mobile, Alabama, to Phoenix, Arizona, cost between $1,441 and $5,133. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Mobile runs about $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,441 - $2,797
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,017 - $4,070
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,671 - $5,133

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 Mobile, AL, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $669, 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 $72 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $143 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Mobile, AL, 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.

What are the best moving containers Mobile 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 Mobile, AL to Phoenix, AZ

A rental truck for this 1,642-mile move from Mobile, Alabama, to Phoenix, Arizona, costs between $1,038 and $2,815. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $499 - $571
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Mobile daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,038 - $1,974
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,157 - $2,442
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,402 - $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 $72 and $335.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $143.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $499 and $571 for the 1,642-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 $669 for 2 movers in Mobile, Alabama, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Mobile 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 Mobile, AL to Phoenix, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Mobile, Alabama, 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 Phoenix, 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 $1,582 and $3,287.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,284 - $2,492
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,582 - $3,287
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,052 - $4,317

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Mobile, Alabama, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $669.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $72 - $143 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 Mobile to Phoenix?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. Quick Delivery Service (4.46/5 stars): Quick Delivery Service is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Mobile, AL 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 Mobile 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.