Birmingham, AL → Scottsdale, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Birmingham to Scottsdale

About 1,698 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,930–$8,820, delivery in 5–10 days, 395 carriers on the Birmingham side and 431 in Scottsdale.

1,698 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,930–$8,8202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Birmingham, Alabama
To: Scottsdale, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 1,698 miles (1,439 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 395 (208 interstate)
Movers at destination: 431 (174 interstate)

Reverse: Scottsdale → Birmingham

The route from Birmingham, AL to Scottsdale, AZ covers roughly 1,698 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $5,930 to $8,820 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 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Birmingham side there are 395 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (208 of them authorized for interstate work), and 431 around Scottsdale (174 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 Scottsdale.

Birmingham has a population of about 195,893 and Scottsdale about 243,006. The two cities have comparable density (1,366 and 1,312 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Arizona is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Birmingham to Scottsdale

Full-service estimate for 1,698 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,370	$2,890	$3,530
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,560	$4,340	$5,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,930	$7,230	$8,820
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,490	$11,570	$14,110
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,040	$15,910	$19,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,340–$3,310

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$2,540–$3,730

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$5,930–$8,820

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Birmingham (origin)

Buddy Moore Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 843883
MC: 370920
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35222 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 359 trucks, 354 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (205) 949-2260 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dixie Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2263023
MC: 822669
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35217 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 117 trucks, 117 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (205) 841-1930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deep South Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tvs INC

USDOT: 273403
MC: 163871
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35204 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 109 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (205) 326-0490 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americas Thrift Stores INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Alabama Thrift Stores INC

USDOT: 446588
MC: 656355
Based in: Irondale, AL 35210 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (205) 856-1234 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Latitude Moving Admiral Movers Motivated Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Move & Store LLC

USDOT: 2179652
MC: 765956
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35211 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (855) 624-4537 Route Verify on FMCSA

U-Haul

Licensed interstate

Legal name: U-Haul Company Of Alabama INC

USDOT: 428450
MC: 881025
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35216 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (602) 263-6811 Route Verify on FMCSA

Associated Grocers Of The South INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 187921
MC: 432768
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35217 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (205) 808-4915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thompson Delivery Services Colwright

Licensed interstate

Legal name: McCorquodale Transfer LLC

USDOT: 713589
MC: 352161
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35203 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (205) 870-7474 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 395 movers in Birmingham

Near Scottsdale (destination)

Knight Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 428823
MC: 227271
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3,200 trucks, 3,200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (623) 907-7231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lime Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3308648
MC: 1050951
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85262 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (480) 695-1420 Route Verify on FMCSA

Muscular Moving Men LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1829172
MC: 691493
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85050 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (602) 550-3311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rr Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3587969
MC: 1226450
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (310) 803-3994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circle H Intermodal Limited Partnership

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2539572
MC: 883427
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (702) 901-9494 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brenke Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2357390
MC: 807595
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (602) 675-3375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Az 615 Movers LLC

USDOT: 4477696
MC: 1768018
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (480) 991-1805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Team Six

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Moving Team Six LLC

USDOT: 2315604
MC: 101725
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (480) 848-1872 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 431 movers in Scottsdale

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Scottsdale accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Birmingham to Scottsdale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,370 to $3,530 for a studio, $3,560 to $5,290 for a one-bedroom, $5,930 to $8,820 for a two-bedroom, $9,490 to $14,110 for a three-bedroom and $13,040 to $19,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Scottsdale from Birmingham?

About 1,698 road miles (1,439 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Birmingham to Scottsdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,340 to $3,310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,540 to $3,730. 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.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

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 Birmingham–Scottsdale corridor.