($693+) Scottsdale, AZ to Laredo, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Laredo, TX

Full-service movers for the 1,038-mile relocation from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Laredo, Texas, cost between $2,028 and $8,156. 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 $302 - $2,012, 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 Scottsdale typically charge a base rate around $155 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,028 - $5,039
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,489 - $6,319
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,059 - $8,156

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 Laredo.

Specialty moving services from Scottsdale, AZ to Laredo, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Scottsdale movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Texas are typically members of the Southwest Movers 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.

Moving container costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Laredo, TX

Moving containers from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Laredo, Texas, cost between $1,160 and $3,998. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Laredo. If you go over that window, storage in Scottsdale adds around $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,160 - $2,140
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,569 - $3,125
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,935 - $3,998

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Scottsdale, AZ and Laredo, TX. 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 $704 in Scottsdale, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $75 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $151 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 Laredo?

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 Laredo, TX

A rental truck for this 1,038-mile move from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Laredo, Texas, costs between $693 and $1,812. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $332 - $380
• 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 Laredo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $693 - $1,202
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $735 - $1,460
• 4+ bedrooms: $940 - $1,812

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $332 - $380 for the 1,038-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 Scottsdale, Arizona, for about 5 hours typically costs around $704.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,038-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $151 per night, adding $302 - $453 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $50 and $302.

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

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 Laredo, TX

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 Laredo, Texas.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,135 and $2,309.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,035 - $1,868
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,135 - $2,309
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,548 - $3,010

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Scottsdale, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $704.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $75 and $151 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Scottsdale to Laredo?

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.

Cost of living: Scottsdale, AZ vs Laredo, TX

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

Our take

For a move from Scottsdale, AZ, to Laredo, TX, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,028 for a studio to $8,156 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,038-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,160 - $3,998. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $693 - $1,812, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,489 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Laredo tend to point to delicious Mexican food and culture rich, though limited recreational opportunities and hot summers come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include United independent school District and Laredo independent school District.