($532+) Amarillo, TX to Phoenix, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Amarillo, TX to Phoenix, AZ

Hiring full-service movers from Amarillo, Texas, to Phoenix, Arizona, costs between $1,538 and $7,809. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 702-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $269 - $1,792, 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 Amarillo and Phoenix. For a rough baseline, movers based in Amarillo tend to start around $400 plus $224/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 Amarillo to Phoenix:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,538 - $4,171
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,100 - $5,360
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,765 - $7,809

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 Amarillo to Phoenix.

Specialty moving services from Amarillo, TX to Phoenix, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 50% of Amarillo movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Phoenix, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Amarillo to Phoenix?

Arizona Moving Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Arizona, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Amarillo, TX to Phoenix, AZ

Moving containers from Amarillo, Texas, to Phoenix, Arizona, cost between $1,032 and $3,506. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Amarillo typically costs about $65/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,032 - $1,929
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,312 - $2,622
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,827 - $3,506

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $67 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $134 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Phoenix, AZ, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $627 in Amarillo, TX. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Amarillo 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 Amarillo, TX to Phoenix, AZ

Renting a moving truck for the 702-mile move from Amarillo, Texas, to Phoenix, Arizona, costs between $532 and $1,383, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $200 - $229
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Amarillo daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $532 - $952
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $569 - $1,085
• 4+ bedrooms: $657 - $1,383

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $134 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $58 and $291 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $200 - $229 in fuel for the 702-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $627 in Amarillo, Texas, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Amarillo 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 Amarillo, TX to Phoenix, AZ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Amarillo, Texas, 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. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,092 and $2,097.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $911 - $1,636
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,092 - $2,097
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,350 - $2,618

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 $67 - $134 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 Amarillo, Texas, typically costs $627.

What are the best freight companies from Amarillo to Phoenix?

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.

Cost of living: Amarillo, TX 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 Amarillo 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.

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Amarillo, TX, to Phoenix, AZ, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,538 - $7,809 on the 702-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,032 - $3,506 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $532 - $1,383 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,100 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Phoenix tend to point to beautiful nature and bountiful arts and recreational activities, though extreme weather and tourists come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include the State of Arizona and Walmart, Inc..