($1,197+) Tempe, AZ to Lansing, MI Movers

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

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,931-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Lansing, Michigan, with costs ranging from $2,399 - $11,649. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $304 - $2,028. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Tempe and Lansing. 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 Lansing:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,399 - $5,361
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,423 - $7,564
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,562 - $11,649

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 Lansing.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Lansing, MI

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Tempe 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 Tempe to Lansing?

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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 Lansing, MI

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Lansing, Michigan, cost between $1,686 and $5,917. 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 Lansing:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,686 - $3,197
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,033 - $4,435
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,841 - $5,917

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Tempe, 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 Tempe, 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 Tempe 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 Tempe, AZ to Lansing, MI

Truck rentals from Tempe, Arizona, to Lansing, Michigan, range from $1,174 - $3,394 for the 1,931-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $623 - $712
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• 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 Lansing based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,174 - $2,329
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,270 - $2,746
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,586 - $3,394

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $152 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 $66 and $330 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $623 - $712 in fuel for the 1,931-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $710 in Tempe, Arizona, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tempe 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 Tempe, AZ to Lansing, MI

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 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 $1,711 and $3,340.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,429 - $2,822
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,711 - $3,340
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,248 - $4,593

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 $76 - $152 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Tempe, Arizona, for about five hours typically runs $710.

What are the best freight companies from Tempe to Lansing?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Tempe, 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 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.