How long does a move from Phoenix to Memphis take?

Transit is usually 5-8 business days for this 1,487-mile route, depending on the carrier's schedule and whether your shipment shares a truck.

Do I need long-distance movers for Phoenix to Memphis?

Yes — at 1,487 miles this is a cross-country move, best handled by a licensed interstate carrier with proper FMCSA authority and valuation coverage.

Moving from Phoenix, AZ to Memphis, TN

Moving from Phoenix to Memphis covers about 1,487 miles by road, a cross-country move that a professional van line typically completes in 5-8 business days. Based on a typical 2-bedroom household, the non-binding cost range for this route is $4,249–$5,748. Below you'll find the real distance, a transparent cost breakdown, a side-by-side cost-of-living and tax comparison, the best time to make the move, and licensed carriers that serve this lane.

Estimated cost (non-binding)

$4,249 – $5,748

Distance: 1,487 mi
Est. volume: 900 cu ft
Move type: long-distance

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Phoenix, AZ vs Memphis, TN

Metric	Phoenix, AZ	Memphis, TN	Change
Cost of living index (100 = US avg)	103	90.3	-12%
Typical 2BR rent	$1,700	$1,500	-12%
Avg summer high	87°F	68°F	—
Top income tax rate	2.5%	0%	-2.50 pts
Avg sales tax	8.38%	9.55%	—

How much does it cost to move from Phoenix to Memphis?

The estimated cost to move a typical 2-bedroom home from Phoenix to Memphis is $4,249–$5,748 (midpoint $4,998). That figure is driven by the 1,487-mile distance, an estimated 900 cubic feet of household goods, and current long-haul van-line rates. Smaller homes and off-peak dates land toward the low end; larger homes, stairs, specialty items, and summer dates push toward the high end. This is a non-binding estimate — your final price is confirmed after a full inventory review.

Phoenix vs Memphis: cost of living and taxes

The cost of living in Memphis runs at an index of 90.3 versus 103 in Phoenix (100 is the national average), and a typical two-bedroom rents for about $1,500/month compared with $1,700 where you are now. Factor those changes into your first-year budget alongside the move itself.

Best time to move to Memphis

Late September through April — outside the May-September peak season, when van-line capacity is tighter and rates run roughly 15-18% higher. Weather is moderate most of the year; any off-peak month works well.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Phoenix to Memphis?: A typical 2-bedroom move from Phoenix to Memphis runs $4,249–$5,748 as a non-binding estimate, based on roughly 1,487 miles and 900 cubic feet.
How long does a move from Phoenix to Memphis take?: Transit is usually 5-8 business days for this 1,487-mile route, depending on the carrier's schedule and whether your shipment shares a truck.
When is the cheapest time to move to Memphis?: Late September through April — outside the May-September peak season, when van-line capacity is tighter and rates run roughly 15-18% higher.
Do I need long-distance movers for Phoenix to Memphis?: Yes — at 1,487 miles this is a cross-country move, best handled by a licensed interstate carrier with proper FMCSA authority and valuation coverage.

Sources

MERIC / BestPlaces metro cost index, 2025 — retrieved 2026-01-15
NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals — retrieved 2026-01-15
Tax Foundation, 2025 State Tax Data — retrieved 2026-01-15
OLYRON moving cost model (moving-estimate-v2) — non-binding estimate methodology