($633+) Aurora, CO to Mesa, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Aurora, CO to Mesa, AZ

For the 849-mile move from Aurora, Colorado, to Mesa, Arizona, full-service movers cost between $1,995 and $8,456. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $359 - $2,392 (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 Aurora generally start around $240 plus $120 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,995 - $4,978
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,643 - $6,489
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,476 - $8,456

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 Aurora to Mesa.

Specialty moving services from Aurora, CO to Mesa, AZ

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

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

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.

Moving container costs from Aurora, CO to Mesa, AZ

Moving containers from Aurora, Colorado, to Mesa, Arizona, cost between $1,129 and $3,588. 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 Mesa. If you go over that window, storage in Aurora adds around $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,129 - $2,104
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,509 - $2,833
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,988 - $3,588

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Aurora, CO and Mesa, AZ. 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 $837 in Aurora, CO, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $90 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $179 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 Aurora to Mesa?

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 Aurora, CO to Mesa, AZ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 849 miles from Aurora, Colorado, to Mesa, Arizona, running $591 - $1,639. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $323 - $369
• Daily insurance: $36/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
• Aurora daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Aurora to Mesa based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $591 - $1,137
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $684 - $1,297
• 4+ bedrooms: $839 - $1,639

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 $90 and $419.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $179.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $323 and $369 for the 849-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 $837 for 2 movers in Aurora, Colorado, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Aurora, CO to Mesa, AZ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Aurora, Colorado, to Mesa, Arizona. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $1,076 and $2,220.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $975 - $1,912
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,125 - $2,220
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,607 - $2,870

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Aurora, Colorado, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $837.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $90 - $179 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 Aurora to Mesa?

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. Apex Transportation, Inc. (4.8/5 stars): Apex Transportation, Inc. 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: Aurora, CO vs Mesa, AZ

Day-to-day costs in Mesa are close to what you're used to in Aurora: cost of living index of 113 versus 124, with average rent of $1,786/mo compared to $1,850/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 43/100 and 40.95/100 in Aurora versus 38/100 and 55.33/100 in Mesa.