($496+) Tempe, AZ to Amarillo, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Amarillo, TX

For the 694-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Amarillo, Texas, full-service movers cost between $1,603 and $8,059. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $292 - $1,948 (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 Tempe generally start around $200 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,603 - $4,169
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,280 - $5,720
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,713 - $8,059

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 Amarillo.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Amarillo, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 86% of Tempe movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Amarillo, 83% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Tempe to Amarillo?

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 Tempe, AZ to Amarillo, TX

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Amarillo, Texas, cost between $973 and $3,201. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Tempe typically costs about $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Tempe to Amarillo:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $973 - $1,892
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,327 - $2,544
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,670 - $3,201

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Tempe, AZ and Amarillo, 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 $682 in Tempe, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $73 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $146 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 Amarillo?

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 Amarillo, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 694 miles from Tempe, Arizona, to Amarillo, Texas, running $501 - $1,377. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $215 - $246
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• 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 Amarillo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $501 - $891
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $536 - $1,137
• 4+ bedrooms: $689 - $1,377

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Tempe, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $682.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $215 - $246 for the 694-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 $58 and $317, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $146 per night for hotel stops on the 694-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $292 - $438.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tempe to Amarillo?

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 Amarillo, TX

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Tempe, Arizona, to Amarillo, Texas, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,094 and $2,158.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $958 - $1,720
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,094 - $2,158
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,434 - $2,748

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Tempe, Arizona, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $682.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $73 - $146 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 Tempe to Amarillo?

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: Tempe, AZ vs Amarillo, TX

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