Tempe, AZ → Eau Claire, WI · Cross-country move

Movers from Tempe to Eau Claire

About 1,586 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,970–$8,880, delivery in 5–10 days, 886 carriers on the Tempe side and 123 in Eau Claire.

1,586 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,970–$8,8802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tempe, Arizona
To: Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 1,586 miles (1,344 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 886 (350 interstate)
Movers at destination: 123 (83 interstate)

Reverse: Eau Claire → Tempe

Eau Claire sits about 1,586 miles northeast of Tempe, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to Wisconsin 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 $5,970 to $8,880 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 28 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 123 around Eau Claire (83 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 Eau Claire.

Tempe has a population of about 190,571 and Eau Claire about 71,000. Tempe is considerably denser (4,526 people per square mile versus 2,022), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Tempe to Eau Claire

Full-service estimate for 1,586 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,390	$2,910	$3,550
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,580	$4,370	$5,330
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,970	$7,280	$8,880
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,550	$11,650	$14,210
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,130	$16,010	$19,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,230–$3,150

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

Portable container

$2,440–$3,580

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

Full-service mover

$5,970–$8,880

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 Eau Claire (destination)

Grs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492543
MC: 1149964
Based in: Chippewa Fls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 44 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (715) 861-5611 Route Verify on FMCSA

Choice Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 839083
MC: 373675
Based in: Eau Claire, WI 54703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (715) 318-9993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wissota Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1556222
MC: 577628
Based in: Eau Claire, WI 54703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (904) 903-9901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jayhawk Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1113117
MC: 456936
Based in: Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (715) 895-8114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Elite Movers LLC

USDOT: 3579816
MC: 1208798
Based in: Eau Claire, WI 54701 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (715) 797-5443 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jackson Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1052402
MC: 439147
Based in: Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (715) 726-1780 Route Verify on FMCSA

B 2 A LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3823321
MC: 1384231
Based in: Chippewa Fls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (715) 944-3811 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dan The Moving Man

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dan The Moving Man LLC

USDOT: 3033053
MC: 40460
Based in: Eau Claire, WI 54703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (715) 214-7583 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 123 movers in Eau Claire

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tempe to Eau Claire?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,390 to $3,550 for a studio, $3,580 to $5,330 for a one-bedroom, $5,970 to $8,880 for a two-bedroom, $9,550 to $14,210 for a three-bedroom and $13,130 to $19,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Eau Claire from Tempe?

About 1,586 road miles (1,344 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 Wisconsin 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 Eau Claire?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,230 to $3,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,440 to $3,580. 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–Eau Claire corridor.