Tempe, AZ → Albany, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Tempe to Albany

About 2,539 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,400–$12,500, delivery in 7–14 days, 886 carriers on the Tempe side and 243 in Albany.

2,539 miroad distance
44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,400–$12,5002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tempe, Arizona
To: Albany, New York
Road distance: ≈ 2,539 miles (2,152 straight-line)
Drive time: 44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 886 (350 interstate)
Movers at destination: 243 (100 interstate)

Reverse: Albany → Tempe

Moving from Tempe to Albany is a cross-country move of roughly 2,539 road miles, heading northeast from Arizona to New York.

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 $8,400 to $12,500 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 44 hours (5 driving days).

On the Tempe side there are 886 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (350 of them authorized for interstate work), and 243 around Albany (100 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 Albany.

Tempe has a population of about 190,571 and Albany about 101,698. The two cities have comparable density (4,526 and 4,637 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New York is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Tempe to Albany

Full-service estimate for 2,539 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,360	$4,100	$5,000
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,040	$6,150	$7,500
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,400	$10,250	$12,500
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,450	$16,400	$20,000
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,490	$22,550	$27,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,510–$4,950

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

Portable container

$3,290–$4,830

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

Full-service mover

$8,400–$12,500

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Tempe (origin)

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

Near Albany (destination)

Recovery Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3598438
MC: 1221364
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (802) 391-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truxora INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4434582
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (403) 370-0744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schaap Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 31675
MC: 47624
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 459-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mabco Transit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 24402
MC: 2221
Based in: Clifton Park, NY 12065 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 283-0017 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Ideal Move LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122518
MC: 456426
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (518) 459-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

5 Starrs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 5 Starrs Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3780759
MC: 1353314
Based in: Schenectady, NY 12303 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (518) 579-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T INC Of New York

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 502910
MC: 257893
Based in: Cohoes, NY 12047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 233-8185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Don'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 134890
MC: 141611
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 462-0697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in Albany

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,360 to $5,000 for a studio, $5,040 to $7,500 for a one-bedroom, $8,400 to $12,500 for a two-bedroom, $13,450 to $20,000 for a three-bedroom and $18,490 to $27,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Albany from Tempe?

About 2,539 road miles (2,152 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 New York 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 Tempe to Albany?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,510 to $4,950 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,290 to $4,830. 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 Tempe–Albany corridor.