Tempe, AZ → Lincoln, NE · Long-distance move

Movers from Tempe to Lincoln

About 1,159 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,940–$7,350, delivery in 3–7 days, 886 carriers on the Tempe side and 160 in Lincoln.

1,159 miroad distance
20 h 41 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,940–$7,3502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tempe, Arizona
To: Lincoln, Nebraska
Road distance: ≈ 1,159 miles (983 straight-line)
Drive time: 20 h 41 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 886 (350 interstate)
Movers at destination: 160 (83 interstate)

Reverse: Lincoln → Tempe

The route from Tempe, AZ to Lincoln, NE covers roughly 1,159 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,940 to $7,350 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 20 h 41 min.

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 160 around Lincoln (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 Lincoln.

Tempe has a population of about 190,571 and Lincoln about 301,522. Tempe is considerably denser (4,526 people per square mile versus 2,979), 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 Lincoln

Full-service estimate for 1,159 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,980	$2,410	$2,940
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,970	$3,620	$4,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,940	$6,030	$7,350
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,910	$9,640	$11,760
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,870	$13,260	$16,180

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,640–$2,320

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

Portable container

$2,050–$3,020

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

Full-service mover

$4,940–$7,350

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 Lincoln (destination)

Sysco Lincoln Transportation Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 53284
MC: 205330
Based in: Lincoln, NE 68521 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 145 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (402) 423-1031 Route Verify on FMCSA

Advantage Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2357168
MC: 807511
Based in: Lincoln, NE 68510 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 64 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (402) 488-7825 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wolfroute LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4525610
MC: 1793728
Based in: Lincoln, NE 68521 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (531) 364-5424 Route Verify on FMCSA

Drakkar INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 437714
MC: 245972
Based in: Lincoln, NE 68502 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (402) 474-9502 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbj Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3041184
MC: 72905
Based in: Lincoln, NE 68516 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (402) 266-1448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lincoln Trucking Lightning Division INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1823932
MC: 661796
Based in: Lincoln, NE 68521 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (402) 477-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Abe Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2106202
MC: 734567
Based in: Lincoln, NE 68523 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (402) 890-3424 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&m Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2953699
MC: 600
Based in: Lincoln, NE 68516 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (402) 328-8384 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 160 movers in Lincoln

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,980 to $2,940 for a studio, $2,970 to $4,410 for a one-bedroom, $4,940 to $7,350 for a two-bedroom, $7,910 to $11,760 for a three-bedroom and $10,870 to $16,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lincoln from Tempe?

About 1,159 road miles (983 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 41 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Nebraska 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 Lincoln?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,640 to $2,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,050 to $3,020. 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–Lincoln corridor.