($859+) Lafayette, LA to Chandler, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lafayette, LA to Chandler, AZ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,373-mile move from Lafayette, Louisiana, to Chandler, Arizona, with prices running from $2,116 - $9,356. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $298 - $1,984 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Lafayette and Chandler are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Lafayette movers tend to run around $260 as a base rate plus $260/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,116 - $4,899
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,657 - $6,640
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,859 - $9,356

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 Lafayette to Chandler.

Specialty moving services from Lafayette, LA to Chandler, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 40% of Lafayette movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Chandler, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Lafayette to Chandler?

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 Lafayette, LA to Chandler, AZ

Moving containers from Lafayette, Louisiana, to Chandler, Arizona, cost between $1,273 and $4,274. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Lafayette runs about $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Lafayette to Chandler:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,273 - $2,496
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,709 - $3,552
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,184 - $4,274

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Lafayette, LA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $694, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $74 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $149 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Lafayette, LA, and Chandler, AZ, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Lafayette to Chandler?

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 Lafayette, LA to Chandler, AZ

A rental truck for this 1,373-mile move from Lafayette, Louisiana, to Chandler, Arizona, costs between $859 and $2,360. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $433 - $495
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Lafayette daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Lafayette to Chandler based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $859 - $1,563
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $928 - $1,971
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,078 - $2,360

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 $74 and $347.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $149.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $433 and $495 for the 1,373-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 $694 for 2 movers in Lafayette, Louisiana, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Lafayette to Chandler?

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 Lafayette, LA to Chandler, AZ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Lafayette, Louisiana, to Chandler, 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 $1,273 and $2,787.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,228 - $2,182
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,273 - $2,787
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,766 - $3,420

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 $74 and $149.
• 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 Lafayette, Louisiana, for roughly five hours typically average $694.

What are the best freight companies from Lafayette to Chandler?

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.

Cost of living: Lafayette, LA vs Chandler, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Chandler, side by side with Lafayette 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 Lafayette, LA, to Chandler, AZ, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,116 for a studio to $9,356 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,373-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,273 - $4,274. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $859 - $2,360, 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 $2,657 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Chandler tend to point to quality education and safe, though overcrowding and long commutes come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Intel and Wells Fargo.