Tempe, AZ → Kalamazoo, MI · Cross-country move

Movers from Tempe to Kalamazoo

About 1,835 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,360–$9,460, delivery in 5–10 days, 886 carriers on the Tempe side and 128 in Kalamazoo.

1,835 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,360–$9,4602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tempe, Arizona
To: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Road distance: ≈ 1,835 miles (1,555 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 886 (350 interstate)
Movers at destination: 128 (47 interstate)

Reverse: Kalamazoo → Tempe

Kalamazoo sits about 1,835 miles northeast of Tempe, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to Michigan 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 $6,360 to $9,460 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 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 128 around Kalamazoo (47 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 Kalamazoo.

Tempe has a population of about 190,571 and Kalamazoo about 73,000. Tempe is considerably denser (4,526 people per square mile versus 2,981), 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 Kalamazoo

Full-service estimate for 1,835 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,540	$3,100	$3,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,820	$4,650	$5,680
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,360	$7,760	$9,460
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,180	$12,410	$15,140
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,990	$17,060	$20,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,640–$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

$6,360–$9,460

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 Kalamazoo (destination)

McEnroe Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3173051
MC: 120067
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (877) 848-0678 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Haulingkzoo

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jabco LLC

USDOT: 3014914
MC: 64517
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (269) 215-8000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Byholt INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1568646
MC: 749182
Based in: Vicksburg, MI 49097 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (269) 649-1999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Terry'S Road Service INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Terry'S Tranportation INC

USDOT: 1181650
MC: 470893
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49048 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (269) 375-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truckkalamazoo

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Koho LLC

USDOT: 1003748
MC: 418644
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (269) 488-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mulder'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 270885
MC: 28187
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49004 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (269) 344-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

National Storage Company

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 709918
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (269) 345-6111 Route Verify on FMCSA

S And S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2630230
MC: 920053
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (269) 459-6654 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 128 movers in Kalamazoo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,540 to $3,780 for a studio, $3,820 to $5,680 for a one-bedroom, $6,360 to $9,460 for a two-bedroom, $10,180 to $15,140 for a three-bedroom and $13,990 to $20,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kalamazoo from Tempe?

About 1,835 road miles (1,555 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 Arizona into Michigan 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 Kalamazoo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,640 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 Tempe–Kalamazoo corridor.