Tempe, AZ

Denton, TX → Tempe, AZ · Long-distance move

Movers from Denton to Tempe

About 1,007 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,640–$6,900, delivery in 3–7 days, 409 carriers on the Denton side and 886 in Tempe.

  • 1,007 miroad distance
  • 18 h 4 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,640–$6,9002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,007 miles (853 straight-line)
Drive time
18 h 4 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
409 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination
886 (350 interstate)

Reverse: Tempe → Denton

The route from Denton, TX to Tempe, AZ covers roughly 1,007 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,640 to $6,900 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 4 min.

On the Denton side there are 409 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (187 of them authorized for interstate work), and 886 around Tempe (350 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 Tempe.

Denton has a population of about 169,431 and Tempe about 190,571. Tempe is the denser city (4,526 people per square mile versus 1,451 in Denton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Arizona does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Denton to Tempe

Full-service estimate for 1,007 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,860 $2,260 $2,760
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,780 $3,400 $4,140
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,640 $5,660 $6,900
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,420 $9,050 $11,050
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,210 $12,450 $15,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,480–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,820

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

Full-service mover

$4,640–$6,900

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Denton (origin)

Titus Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
306971
MC
190464
Based in
Denton, TX 76210 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
270 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Little Guys Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
880583
MC
689082
Based in
Denton, TX 76201 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Brown Box Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2295684
MC
943303
Based in
Denton, TX 76209 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

S 4 Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1827498
MC
901612
Based in
Hickory Creek, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Kamand LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3835904
MC
1393179
Based in
Aubrey, TX 76227 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Axp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2031387
MC
723293
Based in
Lake Dallas, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All My Sons Of Denton County LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2958778
MC
3428
Based in
Denton, TX 76207 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Extra Plus TX INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2514965
MC
872522
Based in
Keller, TX 76226 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 409 movers in Denton

Near Tempe (destination)

Southwest Industrial Rigging

Licensed interstate
USDOT
902604
MC
162691
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85041 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
151 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Shippers Preferred Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1119424
MC
473382
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85009 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
112 trucks, 114 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Burst Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3384102
MC
1087004
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85034 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 81 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Air Support INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
294366
MC
242304
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85040 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Allegiant Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3162620
MC
112279
Based in
Gilbert, AZ 85296 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Go 2 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1329421
MC
513718
Based in
Chandler, AZ 85225 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Saam Delivers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3338899
MC
1067588
Based in
Gilbert, AZ 85295 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

C H Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3915387
MC
1446610
Based in
Mesa, AZ 85202 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

All 886 movers in Tempe

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Denton to Tempe?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,860 to $2,760 for a studio, $2,780 to $4,140 for a one-bedroom, $4,640 to $6,900 for a two-bedroom, $7,420 to $11,050 for a three-bedroom and $10,210 to $15,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tempe from Denton?

About 1,007 road miles (853 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 4 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas 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 Denton to Tempe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,480 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,820. 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 Denton–Tempe corridor.