($1,038+) Nashville, TN to Chandler, AZ Movers
Moving from Nashville, TN, to Chandler, AZ, runs anywhere from $966 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $10,217 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,635 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 4 to 15 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,420, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $10,217 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,546 - $5,186, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $966 - $2,900.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Nashville, TN, to Chandler, AZ. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,278 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Nashville, TN to Chandler, AZ
There are 3 main ways to move from Nashville to Chandler: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service is the most expensive but covers everything from labor to transportation, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route averaging $3,278 - $7,581. Containers cost roughly 30% less than full-service for the same home size, and rental trucks run about 60% less, though loading is on you with either DIY option. At 1,635 miles, expect 4 to 15 days in transit no matter which service you choose.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,635-mile route from Nashville to Chandler, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $2,420 - $5,706 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,546 - $2,769), rental truck ($966 - $2,052), or freight trailer ($1,406 - $2,670). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $3,278 - $7,581 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $10,217.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Nashville, TN to Chandler, AZ
Hiring full-service movers from Nashville, Tennessee, to Chandler, Arizona, costs between $2,420 and $10,217. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,635-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $325 - $2,164, 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 Nashville and Chandler. For a rough baseline, movers based in Nashville tend to start around $275 plus $120/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 Nashville to Chandler:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,420 - $5,706
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,278 - $7,581
- 4+ bedrooms: $6,085 - $10,217
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 Nashville to Chandler.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Tennessee to Arizona. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from Nashville, TN to Chandler, AZ
Specialty needs vary by market — 81% of Nashville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Chandler, 85% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $541 - $5,410 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready81% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: 6th Man Movers | $216 - $1,298/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $325 - $2,597 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage14% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs49% of local movers | $1,082 - $3,246 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,705 - $10,820 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $810 - $1,540 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items32% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Move On | $1,082 - $2,705 |
| Piano | Any piano type62% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: 6th Man Movers | $866 - $3,787 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling19% of local movers | $325 - $1,623 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect11% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Move On | $703 - $2,164 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $325 - $16,230+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $325 - $3,787+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Nashville to Chandler?
All three below meet the standards set by the Arizona Moving Association, the group most Arizona movers are affiliated with.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Nashville, TN. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Nashville, TN to Chandler, AZ
Moving containers from Nashville, Tennessee, to Chandler, Arizona, cost between $1,546 and $5,186. 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 Nashville costs roughly $100/month if you need it.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Nashville to Chandler:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,546 - $2,769
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,901 - $4,030
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,565 - $5,186
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $81 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $162 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
- Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $757 in Nashville, TN, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
- Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Chandler, AZ, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Tennessee to Arizona move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,546. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,901 - $4,030, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Nashville to Chandler?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Nashville to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Nashville:
- 6th Man Movers (4.9/5), 16 years in business
- Good Guys Moving & Delivery (4.7/5), 13 years in business
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.7/5), 15 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Nashville, TN to Chandler, AZ
Plan on $966 - $2,900 for a rental moving truck on the 1,635-mile route from Nashville, Tennessee, to Chandler, Arizona. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $563 - $643
- Daily insurance: $32/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Nashville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Nashville to Chandler based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $966 - $2,052
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,080 - $2,233
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,388 - $2,900
Pro tip: A rental truck from Nashville to Chandler looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $966 - $2,900. But once you factor in fuel ($563 - $643) , overnight lodging ($162/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate suggests. Building that into your budget upfront saves you from sticker shock at the end of the move.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Nashville, Tennessee, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $757.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $563 - $643 for the 1,635-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
- Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $65 and $352, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $162 per night for hotel stops on the 1,635-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $325 - $487.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Nashville to Chandler?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Nashville, TN to Chandler, AZ
Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Nashville, Tennessee, to Chandler, Arizona. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.
Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $974 and $3,035.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Nashville to Chandler:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,406 - $2,670
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,629 - $3,035
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,137 - $4,063
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Nashville, Tennessee, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $757.
- More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $81 - $162 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 Nashville to Chandler?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
- OLD South Freight Service, Inc. (4.62/5 stars): OLD South Freight Service, Inc. is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Nashville to Chandler. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Nashville, TN vs Chandler, AZ
Day-to-day costs in Chandler are close to what you're used to in Nashville: cost of living index of 113 versus 105, with average rent of $2,250/mo compared to $1,971/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 96/100 and 50.9/100 in Nashville versus 35/100 and 76.61/100 in Chandler.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Chandler, AZ to Nashville, TN guide.
Why moveBuddha is the smarter way to find a mover:
Over the last 3 months, moveBuddha has processed 10 real quotes from Tennessee to Arizona, so we know current pricing better than most. Checking our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates. Tennessee alone has 70 movers in our database, worth knowing for a 1,635-mile move like this one.
Our take
A move from Nashville, TN, to Chandler, AZ, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,420 - $10,217 on the 1,635-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,546 - $5,186, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $966 - $2,900. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,278 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.
Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Chandler tend to point to quality education and safe, though overcrowding and long commutes come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Intel and Wells Fargo.
FAQs: Moving from Nashville, TN, to Chandler, AZ
What do local movers charge in Nashville?
Local movers based in Nashville typically start around $275 as a base rate, plus $120/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Chandler run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
How long does a move from Nashville, TN to Chandler, AZ take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What are the best neighborhoods in Chandler?
For families, Ocotillo, Fulton Ranch, and Sun Groves are worth a look in Chandler. If you're moving solo or without kids, Downtown Chandler, Chieftain Village, and Dobson Estates tend to be popular picks instead.
What is the cheapest way to move from Nashville, TN to Chandler, AZ?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $1,080 - $2,233. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
Is Chandler a safe place to live?
Chandler has a safety index of 76.61 out of 100 and a crime index of 23.39, compared to 50.9 and 49.1 in Nashville. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What percentage of Nashville movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 62% of movers in Nashville handle piano moves, and 32% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
