($1,107+) Lansing, MI to Scottsdale, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lansing, MI to Scottsdale, AZ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,931-mile move from Lansing, Michigan, to Scottsdale, Arizona, with prices running from $2,474 - $10,531. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $287 - $1,912 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Lansing and Scottsdale are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Lansing movers tend to run around $570 as a base rate plus $240/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,474 - $5,525
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,560 - $7,788
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,241 - $10,531

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 Lansing to Scottsdale.

Specialty moving services from Lansing, MI to Scottsdale, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 45% of Lansing 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 Lansing to Scottsdale?

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 Lansing, MI to Scottsdale, AZ

Moving containers from Lansing, Michigan, to Scottsdale, Arizona, cost between $1,467 and $5,802. 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 Lansing runs about $60/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,467 - $2,840
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,077 - $3,978
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,734 - $5,802

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $669 in Lansing, MI. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $72 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $143 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Scottsdale, AZ, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Lansing 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 Lansing, MI to Scottsdale, AZ

Truck rentals from Lansing, Michigan, to Scottsdale, Arizona, range from $1,107 - $3,171 for the 1,931-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $587 - $671
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Lansing daily rental rate: $19 - $29
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,107 - $2,240
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,198 - $2,564
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,496 - $3,171

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $143 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Lansing, Michigan, usually costs about $669 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,931-mile drive falls between $587 and $671, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $48 and $287 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Lansing 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 Lansing, MI to Scottsdale, AZ

For larger DIY moves from Lansing, Michigan, 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 Scottsdale, 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 $1,518 and $3,347.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,362 - $2,530
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,518 - $3,347
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,077 - $4,376

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 $72 - $143 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Lansing, Michigan, for about five hours typically runs $669.

What are the best freight companies from Lansing to Scottsdale?

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: Lansing, MI 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 Lansing 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

How you handle your interstate move from Lansing, MI, to Scottsdale, AZ, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,474 - $10,531 on the 1,931-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,467 - $5,802 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,107 - $3,171 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,560 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

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.