Panama City, FL → Tempe, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Panama City to Tempe

About 1,834 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,520–$9,700, delivery in 5–10 days, 56 carriers on the Panama City side and 886 in Tempe.

1,834 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,520–$9,7002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Panama City, Florida
To: Tempe, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 1,834 miles (1,554 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 56 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination: 886 (350 interstate)

Reverse: Tempe → Panama City

The route from Panama City, FL to Tempe, AZ covers roughly 1,834 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 $6,520 to $9,700 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 32 hours (4 driving days).

On the Panama City side there are 56 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (23 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.

Panama City has a population of about 36,000 and Tempe about 190,571. Tempe is the denser city (4,526 people per square mile versus 930 in Panama City), 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 Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Panama City to Tempe

Full-service estimate for 1,834 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,610	$3,180	$3,880
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,910	$4,770	$5,820
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,520	$7,950	$9,700
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,430	$12,720	$15,520
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,340	$17,490	$21,330

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,630–$3,720

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

Portable container

$2,660–$3,910

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

Full-service mover

$6,520–$9,700

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 Panama City (origin)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Destiny Services INC

USDOT: 2014393
MC: 709581
Based in: Panama City, FL 32401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (850) 785-2222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Greg Abrams Seafood INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 649083
MC: 498968
Based in: Panama City, FL 32401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (850) 769-4658 Route Verify on FMCSA

Paulk'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 89936
MC: 135068
Based in: Panama City, FL 32401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (850) 785-4333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emerald Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Emerald Coast Moving And Storage

USDOT: 3246056
MC: 1399110
Based in: Southport, FL 32409 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (850) 909-3009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Summit Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1995595
MC: 706025
Based in: Panama City, FL 32405 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (850) 890-6009 Route Verify on FMCSA

L&m Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3578993
MC: 1208249
Based in: Panama City, FL 32404 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (770) 733-0285 Route Verify on FMCSA

Van Horn Transfer & Storage Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 89994
MC: 614619
Based in: Panama City, FL 32401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (850) 763-3965 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cumbie'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Andrew William Cumbie

USDOT: 537601
MC: 273715
Based in: Panama City, FL 32405 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (850) 628-1109 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 56 movers in Panama City

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 Panama City to Tempe?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,610 to $3,880 for a studio, $3,910 to $5,820 for a one-bedroom, $6,520 to $9,700 for a two-bedroom, $10,430 to $15,520 for a three-bedroom and $14,340 to $21,330 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tempe from Panama City?

About 1,834 road miles (1,554 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 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 Florida 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 Panama City to Tempe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,630 to $3,720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,660 to $3,910. 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 Panama City–Tempe corridor.