Lambert Transfer And Storage INC
- USDOT
- 105783
- MC
- 60083
- Based in
- Opelika, AL 36801 (9 mi from center)
- Service
- Long-distance
- Fleet
- 23 trucks, 18 drivers
- USDOT registered
- 1974
Auburn, AL → Goodyear, AZ · Cross-country move
About 1,835 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,140–$9,130, delivery in 5–10 days, 77 carriers on the Auburn side and 201 in Goodyear.
Goodyear sits about 1,835 miles west of Auburn, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alabama to Arizona that most movers classify as a cross-country move.
At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $6,140 to $9,130 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 32 hours (4 driving days).
On the Auburn side there are 77 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (40 of them authorized for interstate work), and 201 around Goodyear (97 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Goodyear.
Auburn has a population of about 80,000 and Goodyear about 125,359. Auburn is considerably denser (1,219 people per square mile versus 498), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Arizona is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,450 | $2,990 | $3,650 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,680 | $4,490 | $5,480 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $6,140 | $7,480 | $9,130 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $9,820 | $11,970 | $14,610 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $13,500 | $16,460 | $20,080 |
$2,640–$3,720
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,660–$3,910
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$6,140–$9,130
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Auburn, AL → Goodyear, AZ. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,450 to $3,650 for a studio, $3,680 to $5,480 for a one-bedroom, $6,140 to $9,130 for a two-bedroom, $9,820 to $14,610 for a three-bedroom and $13,500 to $20,080 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,835 road miles (1,555 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 hours (4 driving days).
Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.
Yes. Crossing from Alabama into Arizona makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,640 to $3,720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,660 to $3,910. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.
Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Auburn–Goodyear corridor.