($379+) Albuquerque, NM to Phoenix, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Albuquerque, NM to Phoenix, AZ

Hiring full-service movers from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Phoenix, Arizona, costs between $1,217 and $8,058. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 418-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $301 - $2,008, 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 Albuquerque and Phoenix. For a rough baseline, movers based in Albuquerque tend to start around $185 plus $80/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 Albuquerque to Phoenix:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,217 - $4,128
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,037 - $5,861
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,352 - $8,058

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 Albuquerque to Phoenix.

Specialty moving services from Albuquerque, NM to Phoenix, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to Phoenix?

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

How much do local movers cost in Albuquerque, NM?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Albuquerque to Phoenix with a local mover averages $2,138 - $6,154. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Albuquerque, NM can be a smart choice. Many use hourly pricing models that may reduce your total compared to what a national carrier would charge, and tighter coverage areas often mean faster turnaround and more hands-on communication.

That said, licensing requirements still apply. Make sure any company you're considering is properly licensed for interstate moves for the route you need.

Moving container costs from Albuquerque, NM to Phoenix, AZ

Moving containers from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Phoenix, Arizona, cost between $919 and $2,823. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Phoenix. If you go over that window, storage in Albuquerque adds around $65/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $919 - $1,722
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,166 - $2,373
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,674 - $2,823

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 $703 in Albuquerque, NM. 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 $75 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $151 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 Phoenix, AZ, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque, NM to Phoenix, AZ

Plan on $383 - $950 for a rental moving truck on the 418-mile route from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Phoenix, Arizona. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $134 - $153
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Albuquerque daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $383 - $724
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $432 - $792
• 4+ bedrooms: $527 - $950

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $151 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 Albuquerque, New Mexico, usually costs about $703 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 418-mile drive falls between $134 and $153, 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 $50 and $301 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque, NM to Phoenix, AZ

For larger DIY moves from Albuquerque, New Mexico, 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 Phoenix, 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 most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $981 and $1,769.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $837 - $1,565
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $981 - $1,769
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,300 - $2,259

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Albuquerque, New Mexico, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $703.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $75 - $151 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Albuquerque to Phoenix?

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.
3. THE Tire Welder, Inc. (4.58/5 stars): THE Tire Welder, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque 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.