($1,164+) Cleveland, OH to Phoenix, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Cleveland, OH to Phoenix, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,013-mile move from Cleveland, Ohio, to Phoenix, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,630 - $12,249. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $285 - $1,900. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Cleveland and Phoenix. Local movers in Cleveland typically start around $185 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,630 - $5,841
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,556 - $8,053
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,663 - $12,249

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 Cleveland to Phoenix.

Specialty moving services from Cleveland, OH to Phoenix, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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.

Moving container costs from Cleveland, OH to Phoenix, AZ

Moving containers from Cleveland, Ohio, to Phoenix, Arizona, cost between $1,621 and $5,761. 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 Cleveland runs about $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,621 - $3,300
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,269 - $4,403
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,991 - $5,761

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Cleveland, OH and Phoenix, AZ. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $665 in Cleveland, OH, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $71 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $143 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Cleveland 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 Cleveland, OH to Phoenix, AZ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,013 miles from Cleveland, Ohio, to Phoenix, Arizona, running $1,225 - $3,510. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $608 - $695
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Cleveland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,225 - $2,385
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,365 - $2,811
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,640 - $3,510

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 $608 and $695 for the 2,013-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 Cleveland, Ohio, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Cleveland 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 Cleveland, OH to Phoenix, AZ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Cleveland, Ohio, to Phoenix, 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. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,765 and $3,736.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,549 - $2,914
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,765 - $3,736
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,487 - $4,704

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Cleveland, Ohio, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $665.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $71 and $143 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Cleveland 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. Miller Transfer (4.84/5 stars): Miller Transfer 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: Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland 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.