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Lakewood, CO → Tempe, AZ · Long-distance move

Movers from Lakewood to Tempe

About 681 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,020–$5,990, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,122 carriers on the Lakewood side and 886 in Tempe.

  • 681 miroad distance
  • 12 h 27 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,020–$5,9902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 681 miles (577 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 27 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,122 (405 interstate)
Movers at destination
886 (350 interstate)

Reverse: Tempe → Lakewood

Moving from Lakewood to Tempe is a long-distance move of roughly 681 road miles, heading southwest from Colorado 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 $4,020 to $5,990 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 27 min.

On the Lakewood side there are 1,122 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (405 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.

Lakewood has a population of about 156,927 and Tempe about 190,571. The two cities have comparable density (3,586 and 4,526 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Lakewood to Tempe

Full-service estimate for 681 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,610 $1,960 $2,390
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,410 $2,940 $3,590
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,020 $4,910 $5,990
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,440 $7,850 $9,580
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,850 $10,790 $13,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,000–$1,410

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

Portable container

$1,630–$2,390

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

Full-service mover

$4,020–$5,990

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Lakewood, CO → Tempe, AZ. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Lakewood (origin)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
202381
MC
157626
Based in
Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

USDOT
145556
MC
142969
Based in
Denver, CO 80229 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
22520
MC
378084
Based in
Englewood, CO 80110 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (303) 761-3195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pfc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Private First Class Worldwide Chauffeured Service LLC

USDOT
4302538
MC
1675847
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3190181
MC
135191
Based in
Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
60 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (970) 673-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dracarys Fleet LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3300844
MC
1047129
Based in
Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3483705
MC
1144340
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bts Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3115238
MC
84879
Based in
Denver, CO 80231 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (720) 825-5315 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,122 movers in Lakewood

Near Tempe (destination)

Southwest Industrial Rigging

Licensed interstate

Legal name: H K B INC

USDOT
902604
MC
162691
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85041 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
151 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (602) 256-7161 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (602) 278-6004 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (480) 306-6447 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (602) 267-1946 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (602) 805-9061 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (480) 704-4457 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (602) 413-5080 Route Verify on FMCSA

C H Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: C H Trucking LLC

USDOT
3915387
MC
1446610
Based in
Mesa, AZ 85202 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (929) 977-8854 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 886 movers in Tempe

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,610 to $2,390 for a studio, $2,410 to $3,590 for a one-bedroom, $4,020 to $5,990 for a two-bedroom, $6,440 to $9,580 for a three-bedroom and $8,850 to $13,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tempe from Lakewood?

About 681 road miles (577 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 27 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Colorado 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 Lakewood to Tempe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,000 to $1,410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,630 to $2,390. 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 Lakewood–Tempe corridor.