($707+) Wichita, KS to Phoenix, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Wichita, KS to Phoenix, AZ

Full-service movers for the 1,011-mile relocation from Wichita, Kansas, to Phoenix, Arizona, cost between $2,299 and $7,976. 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 $285 - $1,900, 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 Wichita typically charge a base rate around $194 plus $100 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,299 - $5,023
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,669 - $6,343
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,331 - $7,976

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 Wichita to Phoenix.

Specialty moving services from Wichita, KS to Phoenix, AZ

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

What are the best full-service movers from Wichita to Phoenix?

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 Wichita, KS to Phoenix, AZ

Moving containers from Wichita, Kansas, to Phoenix, Arizona, cost between $1,219 and $3,902. 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 Wichita typically costs about $60/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Wichita to Phoenix:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,219 - $2,133
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,616 - $3,278
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,222 - $3,902

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Wichita, KS and Phoenix, 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 $665 in Wichita, KS, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $71 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $143 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 Wichita to Phoenix?

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 Wichita, KS to Phoenix, AZ

A rental truck for this 1,011-mile move from Wichita, Kansas, to Phoenix, Arizona, costs between $673 and $1,827. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $306 - $349
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Wichita daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Wichita to Phoenix based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $673 - $1,290
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $734 - $1,548
• 4+ bedrooms: $941 - $1,827

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $143 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 $62 and $309 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $306 - $349 in fuel for the 1,011-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $665 in Wichita, Kansas, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Wichita to Phoenix?

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 Wichita, KS to Phoenix, AZ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Wichita, Kansas, to Phoenix, 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 $855 and $2,447.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,097 - $2,000
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,305 - $2,447
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,778 - $3,450

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $71 - $143 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Wichita, Kansas, for about five hours typically runs $665.

What are the best freight companies from Wichita to Phoenix?

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. Jantz Trucking (4.5/5 stars): Jantz Trucking 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: Wichita, KS vs Phoenix, AZ

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