Spokane Valley, WA

Tempe, AZ → Spokane Valley, WA · Long-distance move

Movers from Tempe to Spokane Valley

About 1,209 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,580–$8,300, delivery in 3–7 days, 886 carriers on the Tempe side and 115 in Spokane Valley.

  • 1,209 miroad distance
  • 21 h 33 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,580–$8,3002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,209 miles (1,024 straight-line)
Drive time
21 h 33 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
886 (350 interstate)
Movers at destination
115 (79 interstate)

Reverse: Spokane Valley → Tempe

Spokane Valley sits about 1,209 miles north of Tempe, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to Washington that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,580 to $8,300 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 21 h 33 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 115 around Spokane Valley (79 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 Spokane Valley.

Tempe has a population of about 190,571 and Spokane Valley about 108,405. Tempe is considerably denser (4,526 people per square mile versus 2,731), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Washington is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Tempe to Spokane Valley

Full-service estimate for 1,209 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,230 $2,720 $3,320
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,350 $4,080 $4,980
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,580 $6,800 $8,300
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,930 $10,880 $13,280
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,270 $14,970 $18,260

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,690–$2,390

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

Portable container

$2,100–$3,090

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

Full-service mover

$5,580–$8,300

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

Moving cost calculator

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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
USDOT
902604
MC
162691
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85041 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
151 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

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

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

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

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

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

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

C H Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3915387
MC
1446610
Based in
Mesa, AZ 85202 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

All 886 movers in Tempe

Near Spokane Valley (destination)

Urm

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
13196
MC
237366
Based in
Spokane, WA 99217 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Shark'S Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2415434
MC
849181
Based in
Spokane, WA 99206 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Restoration 1 Of Central Wa Restoration 1 Of Spokane

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4013800
MC
1512023
Based in
Spokane Vly, WA 99206 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 74 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Evergreen State Towing LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1970117
MC
817483
Based in
Spokane, WA 99217 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Paradise Amusements

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1428525
Based in
Post Falls, ID 83854 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Inland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2380414
MC
817510
Based in
Spokane, WA 99208 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Five Star Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1976998
MC
699121
Based in
Spokane Valley, WA 99216 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

I D Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2179825
MC
756919
Based in
Spokane, WA 99202 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

All 115 movers in Spokane Valley

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tempe to Spokane Valley?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,230 to $3,320 for a studio, $3,350 to $4,980 for a one-bedroom, $5,580 to $8,300 for a two-bedroom, $8,930 to $13,280 for a three-bedroom and $12,270 to $18,260 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Spokane Valley from Tempe?

About 1,209 road miles (1,024 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 33 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 Washington 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 Spokane Valley?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,690 to $2,390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,100 to $3,090. 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–Spokane Valley corridor.