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Tempe, AZ → Carmel, IN · Cross-country move

Movers from Tempe to Carmel

About 1,762 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,150–$9,150, delivery in 5–10 days, 886 carriers on the Tempe side and 383 in Carmel.

  • 1,762 miroad distance
  • 31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,150–$9,1502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,762 miles (1,493 straight-line)
Drive time
31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
886 (350 interstate)
Movers at destination
383 (245 interstate)

Reverse: Carmel → Tempe

Carmel sits about 1,762 miles northeast of Tempe, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to Indiana that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $6,150 to $9,150 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 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 383 around Carmel (245 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 Carmel.

Tempe has a population of about 190,571 and Carmel about 105,634. Tempe is considerably denser (4,526 people per square mile versus 2,032), 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 Tempe to Carmel

Full-service estimate for 1,762 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,460 $3,000 $3,660
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,690 $4,500 $5,490
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,150 $7,500 $9,150
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,840 $12,000 $14,640
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,530 $16,500 $20,130

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,410–$3,400

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

Portable container

$2,590–$3,810

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

Full-service mover

$6,150–$9,150

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 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 Carmel (destination)

Wheaton World Wide Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Wheaton Van Lines INC

USDOT
70719
MC
87113
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46250 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
767 trucks, 937 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (317) 849-7900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ktl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ktl INC

USDOT
2352168
MC
805371
Based in
Carmel, IN 46032 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
114 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (317) 565-1903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lsc Transportation Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1575730
MC
1452299
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46268 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
111 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (317) 550-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joyce Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
247771
MC
169755
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46219 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1984
Call (317) 788-9210 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fastmover Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3701508
MC
1295347
Based in
Fishers, IN 46038 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (609) 854-0397 Route Verify on FMCSA

Manila Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2516438
MC
873157
Based in
Carmel, IN 46032 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
61 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (559) 558-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delta Carrier

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Delta Carriers INC

USDOT
2201595
MC
1117547
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46218 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 56 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (877) 374-0304 Route Verify on FMCSA

Planes Moving And Storage Of Indianapolis INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1415648
MC
551348
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46219 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
41 trucks, 56 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (317) 895-1444 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 383 movers in Carmel

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,460 to $3,660 for a studio, $3,690 to $5,490 for a one-bedroom, $6,150 to $9,150 for a two-bedroom, $9,840 to $14,640 for a three-bedroom and $13,530 to $20,130 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carmel from Tempe?

About 1,762 road miles (1,493 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 Tempe to Carmel?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,410 to $3,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,590 to $3,810. 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–Carmel corridor.