Route guide · AZ → MN
Shipping a car from Arizona to Minnesota
Shipping a running sedan from Phoenix to Minneapolis costs about $1,025–$1,450 on an open carrier and $1,525–$2,175 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–6 days in transit. It ranks #204 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,250
- Road miles
- 1,500
- Days in transit
- 3–6
- People moving a year
- 3.7K
- Companies at both ends
- 57
City to city
What it costs between Arizona and Minnesota cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff and Minneapolis, Rochester, Duluth and St. Cloud — 1,370 to 1,810 road miles apart.
| From | Minneapolis | Rochester | Duluth | St. Cloud |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $1,025–$1,4501,500 mi · 3–6 days | $1,025–$1,4501,500 mi · 3–6 days | $1,050–$1,5001,640 mi · 4–6 days | $1,000–$1,4501,480 mi · 3–6 days |
| Tucson | $1,025–$1,4501,530 mi · 4–6 days | $1,025–$1,4501,520 mi · 4–6 days | $1,050–$1,5251,670 mi · 4–7 days | $1,025–$1,4501,520 mi · 4–6 days |
| Yuma | $1,075–$1,5251,680 mi · 4–7 days | $1,075–$1,5251,690 mi · 4–7 days | $1,100–$1,5751,810 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,5251,660 mi · 4–7 days |
| Flagstaff | $975–$1,4001,390 mi · 3–6 days | $1,000–$1,4001,400 mi · 3–6 days | $1,025–$1,4501,520 mi · 4–6 days | $975–$1,4001,370 mi · 3–6 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 Minneapolis, 1,500 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 | $1,025–$1,450 | $1,525–$2,175 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,150–$1,625 | $1,700–$2,425 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,275–$1,825 | $1,900–$2,725 |
| Pickup truck | $1,325–$1,875 | $1,975–$2,825 |
| Motorcycle | $600–$875 | $925–$1,300 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in December (the holidays and winter weather up north), running about 10% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Arizona to Minnesota is March–May and September–November.
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- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
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- Aug
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- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,225 Peak: about $1,350
About this route
Why so many cars go from Arizona to Minnesota
About 3,689 people moved from Arizona to Minnesota in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (4,770 in 2023, 2,608 in 2024). That is 2% of everyone who left Arizona for another state.
This is the lighter direction: about 5,854 people a year move Minnesota to Arizona. Carriers that bring cars into Arizona need loads back toward Minnesota, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,225, shipping from Arizona to Minnesota costs more than sending a car to Washington ($1,175) and Missouri ($1,150) but less than to Illinois ($1,300) and Wisconsin ($1,300). That works out to about 82¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Phoenix to Minneapolis is about 1,500 road miles, or 3–6 days on a car carrier. Most of the wait is before pickup, while the driver fills the trailer. The car heads northeast and crosses one time zone — from Mountain to Central time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
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.
- Winter storms in Minnesota can slow pickups and deliveries in December through February — leave slack in your schedule.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Arizona and Minnesota, 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 Minnesota
16 companies based in Minnesota: 16 carriers, 2 brokers, 325 trucks in total, 23 years in business on average.
- Advanced Auto Transport Inc Lake Elmo · 205 trucks · since 1998 · USDOT 752871
- Carstensen & Sons Trucking Inc Cannon Falls · 42 trucks · since 1987 · USDOT 285579
- Express Auto Transport Inc Farmington · 37 trucks · since 1996 · USDOT 653539
- Becker Auto Transport Inc Hayward · 6 trucks · since 1995 · USDOT 589012
- Dreckmans Auto Transport Inc Balaton · 4 trucks · since 2006 · USDOT 1552868
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Arizona to Minnesota car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Minnesota's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Arizona to Minnesota?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,025–$1,450 from Phoenix to Minneapolis (1,500 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $975–$1,575. An SUV costs about $1,150–$1,625, a pickup $1,325–$1,875, and an enclosed trailer $1,525–$2,175 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Arizona to Minnesota?
Transit is usually 3–6 days after pickup for the 1,500-mile trip from Phoenix to Minneapolis. 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 Minnesota?
March–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 10% more. In any month, giving the carrier a wide pickup window lowers the quote.
How soon do I have to register my car in Minnesota after moving?
Minnesota requires new residents to register within 60 days of becoming a resident. Register at a deputy registrar office or by mail.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Arizona to Minnesota?
Driving 1,500 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $190 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,025–$1,450. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Arizona to Minnesota?
Our directory lists 41 companies based in Arizona and 16 based in Minnesota, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.