Moving from Houston to Phoenix: 2026 Cost & Time
1,180 mi · interstate
Typical cost, 2-bedroom home
$2,900–$4,325
Distance
1,180 mi
Drive time
~17 hrs
Typical transit
3–7 days
Off-peak baseline from our published rate model · how we calculate
Houston to Phoenix runs the I-10 Sun Belt corridor between two affordable, high-volume markets. Consolidated pricing is widely available; fall arrival demand in Phoenix is the main seasonal swing to plan around.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,425 | $1,750 | $2,125 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,900 | $2,325 | $2,825 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,900 | $3,550 | $4,325 |
| 3 Bedroom | $4,250 | $5,175 | $6,325 |
| 4 Bedroom | $5,750 | $7,025 | $8,575 |
| 5+ Bedroom | $7,000 | $8,550 | $10,425 |
What affects your Houston → Phoenix cost
- At 1,180+ miles you're in the lowest per-mile tier, where each added mile costs less, so home size and packing move your number more than the distance does.
- Booking 3–4 weeks out, and avoiding the last five days of the month, is the simplest way to lower this quote.
- Your exact inventory is what shifts a range into a firm quote, which is why we show a range and the mover confirms it after a walkthrough.
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Houston to Phoenix moving FAQ
A 2-bedroom move from Houston to Phoenix typically costs $2,900–$4,325 off-peak. Smaller homes (studio/1BR) run less; a 4–5 bedroom home can run $7,000–$10,425.
The route is about 1,180 miles (~17 hours of driving). Carriers typically deliver in 3–7 days depending on consolidation and season.
October through April, mid-month, on a weekday. Peak season (May–September) adds about 15%, and the last five days of any month add roughly 8%.
Yes, this is an interstate move (TX to AZ), so any mover you hire must hold active USDOT and FMCSA operating authority. We only refer licensed, insured carriers.
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