($564+) Denver, CO to Scottsdale, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Denver, CO to Scottsdale, AZ

For the 853-mile move from Denver, Colorado, to Scottsdale, Arizona, full-service movers cost between $1,836 and $8,299. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $366 - $2,440 (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 Denver generally start around $262 plus $115 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,836 - $4,385
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,470 - $5,927
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,203 - $8,299

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 Denver to Scottsdale.

Specialty moving services from Denver, CO to Scottsdale, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 48% of Denver movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Scottsdale, 66% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Arizona are typically members of the Arizona Moving 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 Denver, CO to Scottsdale, AZ

Moving containers from Denver, Colorado, to Scottsdale, Arizona, cost between $1,086 and $3,751. 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 Denver typically runs around $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,086 - $1,967
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,396 - $2,619
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,877 - $3,751

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Denver, CO and Scottsdale, 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 $854 in Denver, CO, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $92 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $183 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 Denver to Scottsdale?

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 Denver, CO to Scottsdale, AZ

Truck rentals from Denver, Colorado, to Scottsdale, Arizona, range from $564 - $1,519 for the 853-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $331 - $378
• Daily insurance: $37/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $24
• Denver daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Denver to Scottsdale based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $564 - $1,064
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $653 - $1,303
• 4+ bedrooms: $786 - $1,519

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $183 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $79 and $397 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $331 - $378 in fuel for the 853-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $854 in Denver, Colorado, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 Denver, CO to Scottsdale, AZ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Denver, Colorado, to Scottsdale, Arizona, 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. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,061 and $2,250.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,027 - $1,734
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,061 - $2,250
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,516 - $2,799

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 $92 - $183 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 Denver, Colorado, typically costs $854.

What are the best freight companies from Denver to Scottsdale?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Denver, CO vs Scottsdale, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Scottsdale, side by side with Denver 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

Full-service movers on the 853-mile route from Denver, CO, to Scottsdale, AZ, run $1,836 - $8,299 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,086 - $3,751, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $564 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,470, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Scottsdale tend to point to bountiful arts and recreational activities and beautiful nature, though tourists and terrible traffic come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Honor Health and CVS Health.