($333+) Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA

Hiring full-service movers from Phoenix, Arizona, to San Diego, California, costs between $1,017 and $6,718. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 354-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $389 - $2,596, 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 Phoenix and San Diego. For a rough baseline, movers based in Phoenix tend to start around $140 plus $85/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 Phoenix to San Diego:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,017 - $3,580
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,771 - $4,769
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,809 - $6,718

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 Phoenix to San Diego.

Specialty moving services from Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA

Specialty needs vary by market — 86% of Phoenix movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In San Diego, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Phoenix to San Diego?

California Moving & Storage Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in California, 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.

How much do local movers cost in Phoenix, AZ?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Phoenix to San Diego with a local mover averages $1,806 - $4,864. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Phoenix, AZ can be a practical and cost-effective alternative to national carriers. Many price shorter moves using hourly or regional rates that may come in lower overall, with leaner operations and tighter service areas often translating to more flexible scheduling and a more personalized experience.

Keep in mind that not every local mover is authorized for moves that cross city or state lines. Always confirm interstate licensing and proper insurance before booking.

Moving container costs from Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA

Moving containers from Phoenix, Arizona, to San Diego, California, cost between $884 and $2,664. 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 Phoenix typically costs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $884 - $1,614
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,142 - $2,180
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,541 - $2,664

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $97 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $195 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $909 in Phoenix, AZ, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your San Diego, CA, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Phoenix to San Diego?

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 Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 354 miles from Phoenix, Arizona, to San Diego, California, running $350 - $917. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $146 - $167
• Daily insurance: $39/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Phoenix daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $350 - $653
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $370 - $745
• 4+ bedrooms: $440 - $917

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Phoenix, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $909.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $146 - $167 for the 354-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 $78 and $422, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $195 per night for hotel stops on the 354-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $389 - $584.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Phoenix to San Diego?

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 Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA

If you're moving a larger household from Phoenix, Arizona, 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 San Diego, California.

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 $922 and $1,657.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $835 - $1,424
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $922 - $1,657
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,232 - $2,285

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Phoenix, Arizona, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $909.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $97 - $195 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 Phoenix to San Diego?

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. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport 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: Phoenix, AZ vs San Diego, CA

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