($402+) Los Angeles, CA to Tucson, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Los Angeles, CA to Tucson, AZ

Full-service movers for the 482-mile relocation from Los Angeles, California, to Tucson, Arizona, cost between $1,135 and $7,434. 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 $408 - $2,720, 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 Los Angeles typically charge a base rate around $200 plus $100 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Los Angeles to Tucson:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,135 - $3,704
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,892 - $4,981
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,410 - $7,434

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 Los Angeles to Tucson.

Specialty moving services from Los Angeles, CA to Tucson, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of Los Angeles movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tucson, 48% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Los Angeles to Tucson?

Arizona Moving Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Arizona, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Los Angeles, CA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Los Angeles to Tucson with a local mover averages $1,967 - $5,180. Shorter moves don't always call for a national van line, and local moving companies in Los Angeles, CA often offer competitive pricing on nearby routes. Smaller crews and regional focus translate to lower overhead and more scheduling flexibility.

Just make sure they're properly licensed for interstate moves and equipped to handle the full distance.

Moving container costs from Los Angeles, CA to Tucson, AZ

Moving containers from Los Angeles, California, to Tucson, Arizona, cost between $926 and $2,791. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Los Angeles typically runs around $110/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Los Angeles to Tucson:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $926 - $1,575
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,222 - $2,265
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,625 - $2,791

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Los Angeles, CA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $952, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $102 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $204 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Los Angeles, CA, and Tucson, AZ, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Los Angeles to Tucson?

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 Los Angeles, CA to Tucson, AZ

Truck rentals from Los Angeles, California, to Tucson, Arizona, range from $406 - $1,018 for the 482-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $209 - $238
• Daily insurance: $41/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $27
• Los Angeles daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Los Angeles to Tucson based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $406 - $764
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $424 - $889
• 4+ bedrooms: $560 - $1,018

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 $102 and $476.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $204.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $209 and $238 for the 482-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 $952 for 2 movers in Los Angeles, California, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Los Angeles to Tucson?

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 Los Angeles, CA to Tucson, AZ

For larger DIY moves from Los Angeles, California, 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 Tucson, Arizona.

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 $921 and $1,794.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Los Angeles to Tucson:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $842 - $1,492
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $921 - $1,794
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,275 - $2,326

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 $102 - $204 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 Los Angeles, California, typically costs $952.

What are the best freight companies from Los Angeles to Tucson?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Los Angeles, CA vs Tucson, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tucson, side by side with Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles, CA, to Tucson, AZ, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,135 for a studio to $7,434 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 482-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $926 - $2,791. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $406 - $1,018, 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 $1,892 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 Tucson tend to point to beautiful nature and renowned cuisine, though high crime rate and low economic opportunity come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include University of Arizona and Raytheon Technologies.