($1,191+) Columbus, OH to Mesa, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Columbus, OH to Mesa, AZ

Hiring full-service movers from Columbus, Ohio, to Mesa, Arizona, costs between $2,592 and $11,848. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,860-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $299 - $1,996, 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 Columbus and Mesa. For a rough baseline, movers based in Columbus tend to start around $325 plus $145/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 Columbus to Mesa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,592 - $5,596
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,384 - $7,602
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,378 - $11,848

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 Columbus to Mesa.

Specialty moving services from Columbus, OH to Mesa, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Columbus movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Mesa, 85% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Columbus 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 Columbus, OH to Mesa, AZ

Moving containers from Columbus, Ohio, to Mesa, Arizona, cost between $1,587 and $5,831. 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 Columbus runs about $65/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,587 - $3,034
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,156 - $4,376
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,948 - $5,831

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 $699 in Columbus, OH. 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 $150 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 Mesa, AZ, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Columbus 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 Columbus, OH to Mesa, AZ

Truck rentals from Columbus, Ohio, to Mesa, Arizona, range from $1,168 - $3,309 for the 1,860-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $591 - $675
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Columbus daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,168 - $2,272
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,277 - $2,704
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,611 - $3,309

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 $75 and $349.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $150.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $591 and $675 for the 1,860-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 $699 for 2 movers in Columbus, Ohio, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Columbus 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 Columbus, OH to Mesa, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Columbus, Ohio, 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. Most moves on this route fall between $1,675 and $3,331.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,501 - $2,813
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,675 - $3,331
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,154 - $4,390

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 $75 - $150 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 Columbus, Ohio, typically costs $699.

What are the best freight companies from Columbus to Mesa?

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.
3. THE Sygma Network (4.5/5 stars): THE Sygma Network is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Columbus, OH 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 Columbus 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.