($1,003+) Mesa, AZ to Indianapolis, IN Movers

Full-service moving costs from Mesa, AZ to Indianapolis, IN

For the 1,685-mile move from Mesa, Arizona, to Indianapolis, Indiana, full-service movers cost between $2,420 and $11,025. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $307 - $2,044 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Mesa generally start around $175 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,420 - $5,297
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,231 - $7,363
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,208 - $11,025

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 Mesa to Indianapolis.

Specialty moving services from Mesa, AZ to Indianapolis, IN

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Mesa movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Indianapolis, 81% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Mesa to Indianapolis?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Mesa, AZ to Indianapolis, IN

Moving containers from Mesa, Arizona, to Indianapolis, Indiana, cost between $1,601 and $5,116. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Mesa costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Mesa to Indianapolis:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,601 - $2,814
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,009 - $4,218
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,606 - $5,116

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Mesa, AZ and Indianapolis, IN. 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 $715 in Mesa, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $77 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $153 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 Mesa to Indianapolis?

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 Mesa, AZ to Indianapolis, IN

A rental truck for this 1,685-mile move from Mesa, Arizona, to Indianapolis, Indiana, costs between $1,055 and $2,919. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $548 - $626
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Mesa daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Mesa to Indianapolis based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,055 - $2,067
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,152 - $2,482
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,438 - $2,919

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Mesa, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $715.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $548 - $626 for the 1,685-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 $61 and $332, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $153 per night for hotel stops on the 1,685-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $307 - $460.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Mesa to Indianapolis?

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 Mesa, AZ to Indianapolis, IN

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Mesa, Arizona, to Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 $920 and $3,214.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,358 - $2,455
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,496 - $3,214
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,149 - $4,308

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $77 - $153 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Mesa, Arizona, for about five hours typically runs $715.

What are the best freight companies from Mesa to Indianapolis?

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: Mesa, AZ vs Indianapolis, IN

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