($661+) Wichita, KS to Tempe, AZ Movers

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

For the 1,002-mile move from Wichita, Kansas, to Tempe, Arizona, full-service movers cost between $2,168 and $8,315. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $285 - $1,900 (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 Wichita generally start around $194 plus $100 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,168 - $4,931
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,467 - $5,741
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,043 - $8,315

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 Tempe.

Specialty moving services from Wichita, KS to Tempe, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 64% of Wichita movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tempe, 66% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Arizona Moving Association, the group most Arizona movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Wichita, KS to Tempe, AZ

Moving containers from Wichita, Kansas, to Tempe, Arizona, cost between $1,115 and $3,681. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Wichita costs roughly $60/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,115 - $2,182
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,406 - $2,974
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,996 - $3,681

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $71 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $143 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Tempe, AZ, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $665 in Wichita, KS. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Wichita to Tempe?

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 Tempe, AZ

Plan on $661 - $1,741 for a rental moving truck on the 1,002-mile route from Wichita, Kansas, to Tempe, Arizona. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $303 - $346
• 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 Tempe based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $661 - $1,192
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $692 - $1,534
• 4+ bedrooms: $843 - $1,741

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 $71 and $333.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $143.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $303 and $346 for the 1,002-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 $665 for 2 movers in Wichita, Kansas, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Tempe, AZ

For larger DIY moves from Wichita, Kansas, 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 Tempe, 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 $1,172 and $2,332.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,087 - $1,982
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,172 - $2,332
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,629 - $3,192

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 $71 and $143.
• 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 Wichita, Kansas, for roughly five hours typically average $665.

What are the best freight companies from Wichita to Tempe?

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: Wichita, KS vs Tempe, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tempe, 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.

Our take

For a move from Wichita, KS, to Tempe, AZ, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,168 for a studio to $8,315 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,002-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,115 - $3,681. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $661 - $1,741, 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 $2,467 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Amkor Technology, Inc. and Benchmark Electronics.