Indianapolis, IN

Glendale, AZ → Indianapolis, IN · Cross-country move

Movers from Glendale to Indianapolis

About 1,771 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,160–$9,170, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,051 carriers on the Glendale side and 806 in Indianapolis.

  • 1,771 miroad distance
  • 31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,160–$9,1702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,771 miles (1,501 straight-line)
Drive time
31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,051 (452 interstate)
Movers at destination
806 (576 interstate)

Reverse: Indianapolis → Glendale

The route from Glendale, AZ to Indianapolis, IN covers roughly 1,771 miles by road, a northeast-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 $6,160 to $9,170 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 31 hours (4 driving days).

On the Glendale side there are 1,051 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (452 of them authorized for interstate work), and 806 around Indianapolis (576 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 Indianapolis.

Glendale has a population of about 260,572 and Indianapolis about 901,116. Glendale is considerably denser (4,031 people per square mile versus 2,455), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Indiana than in Arizona, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Glendale to Indianapolis

Full-service estimate for 1,771 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,470 $3,010 $3,670
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,700 $4,510 $5,500
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,160 $7,520 $9,170
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,860 $12,030 $14,680
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,560 $16,540 $20,180

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,420–$3,420

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

Portable container

$2,600–$3,820

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

Full-service mover

$6,160–$9,170

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 Glendale (origin)

Polydance The Production

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4231291
MC
1637048
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85035 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,000 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Swift Transportation Company Of Arizona LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
54283
MC
136818
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85043 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12,940 trucks, 12,883 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Knight Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
428823
MC
227271
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85027 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3,200 trucks, 3,200 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Southwest Industrial Rigging

Licensed interstate
USDOT
902604
MC
162691
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85041 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
151 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Updike Distribution Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1788508
MC
651505
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85043 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
114 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Shippers Preferred Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1119424
MC
473382
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85009 (7 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 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 81 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Harriem LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1580995
MC
687455
Based in
El Mirage, AZ 85335 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
41 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 1,051 movers in Glendale

Near Indianapolis (destination)

Gme

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2837726
MC
949779
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46221 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
375 trucks, 395 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Wheaton World Wide Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
70719
MC
87113
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46250 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
767 trucks, 937 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Ktl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2352168
MC
805371
Based in
Carmel, IN 46032 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
114 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Lsc Transportation Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1575730
MC
1452299
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46268 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
111 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Joyce Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
247771
MC
169755
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46219 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Fastmover Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3701508
MC
1295347
Based in
Fishers, IN 46038 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Manila Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2516438
MC
873157
Based in
Carmel, IN 46032 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
61 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Daum Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
638153
MC
303799
Based in
Plainfield, IN 46168 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

All 806 movers in Indianapolis

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Glendale to Indianapolis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,470 to $3,670 for a studio, $3,700 to $5,500 for a one-bedroom, $6,160 to $9,170 for a two-bedroom, $9,860 to $14,680 for a three-bedroom and $13,560 to $20,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Indianapolis from Glendale?

About 1,771 road miles (1,501 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 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 Arizona into Indiana 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 Glendale to Indianapolis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,420 to $3,420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,600 to $3,820. 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 Glendale–Indianapolis corridor.