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Tucson, AZ → Glendale, AZ · Short-haul move

Movers from Tucson to Glendale

About 144 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,140–$3,180, delivery in 1–2 days, 212 carriers on the Tucson side and 1,051 in Glendale.

  • 144 miroad distance
  • 3 h 11 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,140–$3,1802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 144 miles (122 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 11 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Arizona)
Movers at origin
212 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,051 (452 interstate)

Reverse: Glendale → Tucson

Moving from Tucson to Glendale is a short-haul move of roughly 144 road miles, heading northwest within Arizona.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 11 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,140 and $3,180, before packing or storage.

On the Tucson side there are 212 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,051 around Glendale (452 interstate). For an in-state 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 Glendale.

Tucson has a population of about 548,371 and Glendale about 260,572. Glendale is the denser city (4,031 people per square mile versus 2,252 in Tucson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Tucson to Glendale

Full-service estimate for 144 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,250 $1,530 $1,870
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,280 $1,570 $1,910
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,140 $2,610 $3,180
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,420 $4,180 $5,090
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,710 $5,740 $7,000

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$2,140–$3,180

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 Tucson (origin)

Zip Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4151097
MC
1593569
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85711 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (480) 519-3779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Master Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2901058
MC
975882
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85713 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (520) 807-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & F Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3984724
MC
1493048
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (520) 585-7053 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tucson Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
240099
MC
176034
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85745 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (520) 624-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zana Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376259
MC
815702
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (520) 349-9257 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reynolds Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1535483
MC
571698
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (520) 834-2749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Frogs Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2471491
MC
852728
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (520) 906-9833 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tucson Freight Connection LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1159610
MC
478351
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (520) 977-8454 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 212 movers in Tucson

Near Glendale (destination)

Polydance The Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Samuel Bello Jr

USDOT
4231291
MC
1637048
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85035 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,000 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (661) 776-5982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swift Transportation Company Of Arizona LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
54283
MC
136818
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85043 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12,940 trucks, 12,883 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (800) 800-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Knight Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
428823
MC
227271
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85027 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3,200 trucks, 3,200 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (623) 907-7231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southwest Industrial Rigging

Licensed interstate

Legal name: H K B INC

USDOT
902604
MC
162691
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85041 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
151 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (602) 256-7161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Updike Distribution Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1788508
MC
651505
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85043 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
114 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (602) 682-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shippers Preferred Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1119424
MC
473382
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85009 (7 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 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 81 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (480) 306-6447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harriem LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1580995
MC
687455
Based in
El Mirage, AZ 85335 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
41 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (623) 500-2393 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,051 movers in Glendale

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tucson to Glendale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,280 to $1,910 for a one-bedroom, $2,140 to $3,180 for a two-bedroom, $3,420 to $5,090 for a three-bedroom and $4,710 to $7,000 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Glendale from Tucson?

About 144 road miles (122 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 11 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Tucson and Glendale are in Arizona, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Tucson to Glendale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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 Tucson–Glendale corridor.