Route guide · AZ → CO
Shipping a car from Arizona to Colorado
Shipping a running sedan from Phoenix to Denver costs about $725–$1,125 on an open carrier and $1,075–$1,675 in an enclosed trailer, with 2–4 days in transit. It ranks #206 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $925
- Road miles
- 690
- Days in transit
- 2–4
- People moving a year
- 11.1K
- Companies at both ends
- 57
City to city
What it costs between Arizona and Colorado cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff and Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins and Pueblo — 520 to 900 road miles apart.
| From | Denver | Colorado Springs | Fort Collins | Pueblo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $725–$1,125690 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,100650 mi · 2–3 days | $750–$1,150730 mi · 2–4 days | $675–$1,075620 mi · 2–3 days |
| Tucson | $750–$1,150740 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,100680 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,100650 mi · 2–3 days |
| Yuma | $800–$1,200870 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175830 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200900 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175810 mi · 2–4 days |
| Flagstaff | $650–$1,050570 mi · 2–3 days | $650–$1,025540 mi · 2–3 days | $675–$1,075610 mi · 2–3 days | $625–$1,000520 mi · 2–3 days |
A pickup or delivery far from these metros usually adds $75–$150. Quotes move with fuel prices and truck space, so treat these as a yardstick. Price your own addresses →
By vehicle
Price by vehicle type
Phoenix to Denver, 690 miles. Bigger and heavier vehicles take more room and weight on the trailer, so they cost more.
| Vehicle | Open carrier | Enclosed |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan or small car | $725–$1,125 | $1,075–$1,675 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $800–$1,250 | $1,200–$1,875 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $900–$1,400 | $1,350–$2,100 |
| Pickup truck | $925–$1,450 | $1,400–$2,175 |
| Motorcycle | $425–$675 | $650–$1,000 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in June–August (the summer moving peak), running about 8% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Arizona to Colorado is January–May and September–November.
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- Mar
- Apr
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Cheapest: about $925 Peak: about $1,000
About this route
Why so many cars go from Arizona to Colorado
About 11,070 people moved from Arizona to Colorado in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (12,378 in 2023, 9,762 in 2024). That is 5.9% of everyone who left Arizona for another state, making Colorado its #3 destination.
Traffic runs both ways — about 9,314 people a year move from Colorado back to Arizona — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $925, shipping from Arizona to Colorado costs more than sending a car to California ($775) but less than to Texas ($1,075) and Oregon ($1,125). That works out to about $1.34 a mile — short runs cost more per mile because the fixed cost of loading and unloading weighs more.
Distance and transit time
At about 690 road miles, Phoenix to Denver takes 2–4 days by carrier; a driver may deliver the same day if your car is the last one loaded. The car heads northeast and stays on Mountain time the whole way.
On the road
- The route crosses mountain passes in the West; from November to March, snow and chain laws can hold trucks for a day or two.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Arizona and Colorado, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Arizona
41 companies based in Arizona: 30 carriers, 5 brokers, 154 trucks in total, 13 years in business on average.
- Motor Car Auto Carriers Inc Glendal · 45 trucks · since 2000 · USDOT 915692
- Auto-Matic Auto Carriers LLC Tucson · 23 trucks · since 2009 · USDOT 1965940
- J&S Transportation Tucson · 14 trucks · since 2000 · USDOT 911585
- Zemo Auto Transport LLC Peoria · 6 trucks · since 2015 · USDOT 2781497
- J & J Auto Transport LLC Litchfield Park · 5 trucks · since 2019 · USDOT 3244816
Delivery end Colorado
16 companies based in Colorado: 16 carriers, 1 brokers, 269 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Supreme Auto Transport Inc Longmont · 207 trucks · since 2000 · USDOT 912923
- TK Auto Trans Inc Aurora · 22 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2388239
- Sterling Auto Carriers Inc Montrose · 6 trucks · since 2015 · USDOT 2777033
- Your Auto Express Aurora · 5 trucks · since 2021 · USDOT 3705965
- Amiron Auto Trans LLC Commerce City · 4 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2961725
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Arizona to Colorado car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Colorado's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Arizona to Colorado?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $725–$1,125 from Phoenix to Denver (690 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $625–$1,200. An SUV costs about $800–$1,250, a pickup $925–$1,450, and an enclosed trailer $1,075–$1,675 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Arizona to Colorado?
Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 690-mile trip from Phoenix to Denver. Before that, allow 1–5 days for a carrier to be assigned — or pay roughly 30% extra to have it collected within 48 hours.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Arizona to Colorado?
January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. In any month, giving the carrier a wide pickup window lowers the quote.
How soon do I have to register my car in Colorado after moving?
Colorado requires new residents to register within 90 days of becoming a resident. You need Colorado insurance before you register; late fees are $25 a month, up to $100.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Arizona to Colorado?
Driving 690 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $90 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $725–$1,125. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.
Which car shipping companies go from Arizona to Colorado?
Our directory lists 41 companies based in Arizona and 16 based in Colorado, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.