($1,186+) Scottsdale, AZ to Lansing, MI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Lansing, MI

For the 1,928-mile move from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Lansing, Michigan, full-service movers cost between $2,524 and $11,084. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $304 - $2,028 (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 Scottsdale generally start around $155 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,524 - $5,803
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,423 - $7,793
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,367 - $11,084

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 Scottsdale to Lansing.

Specialty moving services from Scottsdale, AZ to Lansing, MI

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Scottsdale movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Lansing, 82% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Scottsdale to Lansing?

All three below meet the standards set by the Michigan Movers Association, the group most Michigan movers are affiliated with.

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 Scottsdale, AZ to Lansing, MI

Moving containers from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Lansing, Michigan, cost between $1,571 and $5,917. 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 Scottsdale costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Scottsdale to Lansing:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,571 - $3,228
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,181 - $4,392
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,957 - $5,917

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Scottsdale, AZ and Lansing, MI. 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 $710 in Scottsdale, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $76 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $152 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 Scottsdale to Lansing?

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 Scottsdale, AZ to Lansing, MI

Plan on $1,115 - $3,197 for a rental moving truck on the 1,928-mile route from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Lansing, Michigan. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $622 - $711
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Scottsdale daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Scottsdale to Lansing based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,115 - $2,284
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,308 - $2,773
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,635 - $3,197

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Scottsdale, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $710.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $622 - $711 for the 1,928-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 $330, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $152 per night for hotel stops on the 1,928-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $304 - $456.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Scottsdale to Lansing?

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 Scottsdale, AZ to Lansing, MI

For larger DIY moves from Scottsdale, 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 Lansing, Michigan.

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 $1,643 and $3,306.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,399 - $2,850
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,643 - $3,306
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,225 - $4,453

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Scottsdale, Arizona, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $710.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $76 - $152 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 Scottsdale to Lansing?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Scottsdale, AZ vs Lansing, MI

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