Lafayette, IN → Gilbert, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Lafayette to Gilbert

About 1,716 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,080–$9,050, delivery in 5–10 days, 55 carriers on the Lafayette side and 449 in Gilbert.

1,716 miroad distance
30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,080–$9,0502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lafayette, Indiana
To: Gilbert, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 1,716 miles (1,454 straight-line)
Drive time: 30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 55 (44 interstate)
Movers at destination: 449 (182 interstate)

Reverse: Gilbert → Lafayette

Moving from Lafayette to Gilbert is a cross-country move of roughly 1,716 road miles, heading west from Indiana to Arizona.

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 $6,080 to $9,050 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 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Lafayette side there are 55 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (44 of them authorized for interstate work), and 449 around Gilbert (182 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 Gilbert.

Lafayette has a population of about 72,000 and Gilbert about 287,285. Gilbert is the denser city (3,906 people per square mile versus 2,409 in Lafayette), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Arizona is a higher-cost state than Indiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lafayette to Gilbert

Full-service estimate for 1,716 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,430	$2,970	$3,620
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,650	$4,450	$5,430
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,080	$7,410	$9,050
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,730	$11,860	$14,470
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,380	$16,310	$19,900

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,360–$3,340

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

Portable container

$2,550–$3,750

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

Full-service mover

$6,080–$9,050

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Lafayette (origin)

Prime Road Carriers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2820314
MC: 940394
Based in: Lafayette, IN 47901 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (773) 877-3610 Route Verify on FMCSA

A M T Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1178595
MC: 471764
Based in: Lafayette, IN 47905 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (765) 471-8216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cain Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 549556
MC: 271281
Based in: Lafayette, IN 47905 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (765) 589-1737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ct In LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4047384
MC: 1532905
Based in: Lafayette, IN 47901 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (415) 800-1419 Route Verify on FMCSA

M & B Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3877960
MC: 1421840
Based in: Mulberry, IN 46058 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (765) 242-1427 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boxed By Universal Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4429374
MC: 1742605
Based in: West Lafayette, IN 47906 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (765) 413-9311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Codise Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2584517
MC: 905509
Based in: Lafayette, IN 47909 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (765) 586-9540 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keep It Moving 360 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3955068
MC: 1473210
Based in: Lafayette, IN 47909 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (765) 607-3698 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Lafayette

Near Gilbert (destination)

Allegiant Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3162620
MC: 112279
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85296 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (602) 805-9061 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guru Harrai LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2510177
MC: 870556
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85298 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (602) 421-9194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go 2 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1329421
MC: 513718
Based in: Chandler, AZ 85225 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (480) 704-4457 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saam Delivers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3338899
MC: 1067588
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85295 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (602) 413-5080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawsaw INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3084607
MC: 68588
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85210 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (480) 334-0240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Just-In Time Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Just-In Time Moving And Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1759501
MC: 823394
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85205 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (480) 213-0395 Route Verify on FMCSA

C H Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: C H Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3915387
MC: 1446610
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85202 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (929) 977-8854 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glover'S Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Glovers Solutions INC

USDOT: 1341750
MC: 1818780
Based in: Apache Junction, AZ 85119 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (928) 701-2046 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 449 movers in Gilbert

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lafayette to Gilbert?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,430 to $3,620 for a studio, $3,650 to $5,430 for a one-bedroom, $6,080 to $9,050 for a two-bedroom, $9,730 to $14,470 for a three-bedroom and $13,380 to $19,900 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Gilbert from Lafayette?

About 1,716 road miles (1,454 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 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 Indiana 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 Lafayette to Gilbert?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,360 to $3,340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,550 to $3,750. 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 Lafayette–Gilbert corridor.