($1,027+) Tempe, AZ to Huntsville, AL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Huntsville, AL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,628-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Huntsville, Alabama, with costs ranging from $2,304 - $10,752. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $316 - $2,108. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Tempe and Huntsville. Local movers in Tempe typically start around $200 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,304 - $5,489
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,217 - $7,220
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,679 - $10,752

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 Tempe to Huntsville.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Huntsville, AL

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Tempe movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Huntsville, 88% of movers offer the same service.

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

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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 Tempe, AZ to Huntsville, AL

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Huntsville, Alabama, cost between $1,426 and $5,080. 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 Huntsville. If you go over that window, storage in Tempe adds around $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,426 - $2,684
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,920 - $4,030
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,724 - $5,080

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Tempe, AZ and Huntsville, AL. 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 $738 in Tempe, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $79 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $158 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 Tempe to Huntsville?

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 Tempe, AZ to Huntsville, AL

Truck rentals from Tempe, Arizona, to Huntsville, Alabama, range from $1,007 - $2,900 for the 1,628-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $546 - $624
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Tempe daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,007 - $2,013
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,113 - $2,442
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,346 - $2,900

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $158 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 $69 and $343 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $546 - $624 in fuel for the 1,628-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $738 in Tempe, Arizona, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 Tempe, AZ to Huntsville, AL

For larger DIY moves from Tempe, Arizona, 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 Huntsville, Alabama.

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 $1,536 and $3,193.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,298 - $2,467
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,536 - $3,193
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,158 - $4,360

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Tempe, Arizona, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $738.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $79 - $158 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 Tempe to Huntsville?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Tempe, AZ vs Huntsville, AL

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