($1,191+) Mesa, AZ to Columbus, OH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Mesa, AZ to Columbus, OH

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,859-mile move from Mesa, Arizona, to Columbus, Ohio, with costs ranging from $2,394 - $10,513. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $313 - $2,084. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Mesa and Columbus. Local movers in Mesa typically start around $175 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,394 - $5,381
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,322 - $7,611
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,385 - $10,513

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 Columbus.

Specialty moving services from Mesa, AZ to Columbus, OH

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Mesa movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Columbus, 87% of movers offer the same service.

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

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Ohio Association of Movers is a good first thing to confirm.

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 Mesa, AZ to Columbus, OH

Moving containers from Mesa, Arizona, to Columbus, Ohio, cost between $1,571 and $5,488. 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 Mesa runs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,571 - $3,156
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,115 - $4,164
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,863 - $5,488

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Mesa, AZ and Columbus, OH. 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 $729 in Mesa, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $78 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $156 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 Columbus?

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 Columbus, OH

Renting a moving truck for the 1,859-mile move from Mesa, Arizona, to Columbus, Ohio, costs between $1,100 and $3,182, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $616 - $704
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• 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 Columbus based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,100 - $2,251
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,289 - $2,626
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,533 - $3,182

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $78 and $365.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $156.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $616 and $704 for the 1,859-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $729 for 2 movers in Mesa, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Columbus, OH

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Mesa, Arizona, to Columbus, Ohio. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,659 and $3,297.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,472 - $2,703
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,659 - $3,297
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,358 - $4,482

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $78 - $156 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Mesa, Arizona, typically costs $729.

What are the best freight companies from Mesa to Columbus?

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: Mesa, AZ vs Columbus, OH

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