($796+) Billings, MT to Mesa, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Billings, MT to Mesa, AZ

Hiring full-service movers from Billings, Montana, to Mesa, Arizona, costs between $2,615 and $10,257. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,228-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $307 - $2,044, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Billings and Mesa. For a rough baseline, movers based in Billings tend to start around $259 plus $105/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,615 - $5,882
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,168 - $7,255
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,675 - $10,257

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 Billings to Mesa.

Specialty moving services from Billings, MT to Mesa, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 67% of Billings movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Mesa, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Billings to Mesa?

Look for Arizona Moving Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Arizona beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Billings, MT to Mesa, AZ

Moving containers from Billings, Montana, to Mesa, Arizona, cost between $1,274 and $4,155. 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 Billings runs about $55/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,274 - $2,226
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,543 - $3,232
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,114 - $4,155

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 Billings, MT, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $715, 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 $77 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $153 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Billings, MT, and Mesa, 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 Billings 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 Billings, MT to Mesa, AZ

Truck rentals from Billings, Montana, to Mesa, Arizona, range from $796 - $2,098 for the 1,228-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $399 - $456
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Billings daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $796 - $1,491
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $819 - $1,685
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,073 - $2,098

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 $77 and $358.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $153.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $399 and $456 for the 1,228-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 $715 for 2 movers in Billings, Montana, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Billings 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 Billings, MT to Mesa, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Billings, Montana, 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. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,286 and $2,716.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,078 - $2,214
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,286 - $2,716
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,744 - $3,358

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $77 - $153 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Billings, Montana, typically costs $715.

What are the best freight companies from Billings to Mesa?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Billings, MT 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 Billings 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

Full-service movers on the 1,228-mile route from Billings, MT, to Mesa, AZ, run $2,615 - $10,257 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,274 - $4,155, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $796 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,168, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Mesa tend to point to bountiful outdoor activities and beautiful nature, though terrible traffic and tourists come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Banner Health System and Mesa Public Schools.