($1,003+) Indianapolis, IN to Mesa, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Indianapolis, IN to Mesa, AZ

Full-service movers for the 1,686-mile relocation from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Mesa, Arizona, cost between $2,348 and $10,189. 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 $290 - $1,936, 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 Indianapolis typically charge a base rate around $245 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,348 - $5,245
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,261 - $7,285
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,453 - $10,189

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 Indianapolis to Mesa.

Specialty moving services from Indianapolis, IN to Mesa, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 81% of Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Mesa?

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 Indianapolis, IN to Mesa, AZ

Moving containers from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Mesa, Arizona, cost between $1,525 and $5,278. 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 Indianapolis typically runs around $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,525 - $2,843
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,989 - $4,057
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,633 - $5,278

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Indianapolis, IN 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 $678 in Indianapolis, IN, 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 $145 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis, IN to Mesa, AZ

Plan on $1,076 - $3,036 for a rental moving truck on the 1,686-mile route from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Mesa, Arizona. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $519 - $593
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Indianapolis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,076 - $2,067
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,073 - $2,458
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,424 - $3,036

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $519 - $593 for the 1,686-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 Indianapolis, Indiana, for about 5 hours typically costs around $678.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,686-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $145 per night, adding $290 - $436 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $48 and $290.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis, IN to Mesa, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Indianapolis, Indiana, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Mesa, Arizona.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,591 and $3,182.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,331 - $2,507
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,591 - $3,182
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,084 - $4,352

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $73 and $145.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Indianapolis, Indiana, for roughly five hours typically average $678.

What are the best freight companies from Indianapolis 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. Sysco Indianapolis, LLC (4.54/5 stars): Sysco Indianapolis, LLC 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: Indianapolis, IN vs Mesa, AZ

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