($534+) Lubbock, TX to Tempe, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lubbock, TX to Tempe, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 743-mile move from Lubbock, Texas, to Tempe, Arizona, with costs ranging from $1,694 - $8,117. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $281 - $1,876. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Lubbock and Tempe. Local movers in Lubbock typically start around $318 as a base rate plus $148/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,694 - $4,342
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,274 - $5,604
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,890 - $8,117

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 Lubbock to Tempe.

Specialty moving services from Lubbock, TX to Tempe, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Lubbock 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 Lubbock to Tempe?

All three below meet the standards set by the Arizona Moving Association, the group most Arizona movers are affiliated with.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Lubbock, TX to Tempe, AZ

Moving containers from Lubbock, Texas, to Tempe, Arizona, cost between $1,040 and $3,659. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Lubbock typically runs around $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,040 - $2,069
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,462 - $2,730
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,959 - $3,659

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $70 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $141 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Tempe, 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 $657 in Lubbock, 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 Lubbock 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 Lubbock, TX to Tempe, AZ

Plan on $534 - $1,429 for a rental moving truck on the 743-mile route from Lubbock, Texas, to Tempe, Arizona. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $222 - $253
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Lubbock daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.69

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $534 - $1,056
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $571 - $1,216
• 4+ bedrooms: $721 - $1,429

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 $70 and $328.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $141.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $222 and $253 for the 743-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 $657 for 2 movers in Lubbock, Texas, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Lubbock 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 Lubbock, TX to Tempe, AZ

For larger DIY moves from Lubbock, Texas, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Tempe, Arizona.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,102 and $2,096.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $946 - $1,773
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,102 - $2,096
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,507 - $2,870

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 $70 and $141.
• 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 Lubbock, Texas, for roughly five hours typically average $657.

What are the best freight companies from Lubbock 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. West Star Transportation, Inc. (4.34/5 stars): West Star 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: Lubbock, TX vs Tempe, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tempe, side by side with Lubbock 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.