($1,395+) Philadelphia, PA to Tempe, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Philadelphia, PA to Tempe, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,334-mile move from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Tempe, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,549 - $11,652. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $323 - $2,152. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Philadelphia and Tempe. Local movers in Philadelphia typically start around $282 as a base rate plus $130/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,549 - $6,013
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,794 - $7,764
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,059 - $11,652

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 Philadelphia to Tempe.

Specialty moving services from Philadelphia, PA to Tempe, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 90% of Philadelphia movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tempe, 85% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Philadelphia to Tempe?

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 Philadelphia, PA to Tempe, AZ

Moving containers from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Tempe, Arizona, cost between $1,800 and $6,880. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Philadelphia costs roughly $80/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Philadelphia to Tempe:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,800 - $3,371
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,283 - $4,830
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,268 - $6,880

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Philadelphia, PA and Tempe, 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 $753 in Philadelphia, PA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $81 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $161 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 Philadelphia to Tempe?

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 Philadelphia, PA to Tempe, AZ

Renting a moving truck for the 2,334-mile move from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Tempe, Arizona, costs between $1,437 and $3,781, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $799 - $913
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Philadelphia daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Philadelphia to Tempe based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,437 - $2,617
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,555 - $3,147
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,926 - $3,781

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 $81 and $377.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $161.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $799 and $913 for the 2,334-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 $753 for 2 movers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Philadelphia to Tempe?

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 Philadelphia, PA to Tempe, AZ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Tempe, 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 $1,789 and $3,942.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,620 - $3,159
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,789 - $3,942
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,615 - $5,240

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $81 and $161.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for roughly five hours typically average $753.

What are the best freight companies from Philadelphia to Tempe?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Pipco Transportation, Inc. (4.66/5 stars): Pipco Transportation, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Philadelphia, PA vs Tempe, AZ

Day-to-day costs in Tempe are close to what you're used to in Philadelphia: cost of living index of 113 versus 104, with average rent of $1,834/mo compared to $1,695/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 75/100 and 33.91/100 in Philadelphia versus 54/100 and 57.64/100 in Tempe.