($362+) Tempe, AZ to Lancaster, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Lancaster, CA

Full-service movers for the 402-mile relocation from Tempe, Arizona, to Lancaster, California, cost between $1,166 and $6,779. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $398 - $2,652, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Tempe typically charge a base rate around $200 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,166 - $3,728
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,932 - $5,039
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,151 - $6,779

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 Lancaster.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Lancaster, CA

Specialty needs vary by market — 86% of Tempe movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Lancaster, 95% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in California are typically members of the California Moving & Storage Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining 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 Tempe, AZ?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Tempe to Lancaster with a local mover averages $1,970 - $5,139. A local mover in Tempe, AZ is worth considering for moves under 500 miles. Short-distance moves don't always need the scale of a national carrier, and local companies can offer streamlined service, more flexible pickup windows, and a more personal approach to coordination.

Be sure to confirm interstate licensing, insurance coverage, and delivery expectations before booking.

Moving container costs from Tempe, AZ to Lancaster, CA

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Lancaster, California, cost between $868 and $2,950. 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 Tempe runs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $868 - $1,547
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,171 - $2,332
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,460 - $2,950

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $99 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $199 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 $928 in Tempe, 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 Lancaster, CA, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Tempe to Lancaster?

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 Lancaster, CA

Renting a moving truck for the 402-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Lancaster, California, costs between $351 and $916, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $170 - $194
• Daily insurance: $40/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
• 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 Lancaster based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $351 - $658
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $409 - $835
• 4+ bedrooms: $493 - $916

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $170 - $194 for the 402-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 Tempe, Arizona, for about 5 hours typically costs around $928.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 402-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $199 per night, adding $398 - $597 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $66 and $398.

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

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 Lancaster, CA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Tempe, Arizona, to Lancaster, California. 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 $1,193 and $1,706.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $839 - $1,451
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $909 - $1,706
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,180 - $2,247

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $99 and $199.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Tempe, Arizona, for roughly five hours typically average $928.

What are the best freight companies from Tempe to Lancaster?

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: Tempe, AZ vs Lancaster, CA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Lancaster, 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.