Route guide · AZ → NC
Shipping a car from Arizona to North Carolina
Shipping a running sedan from Phoenix to Charlotte costs about $1,175–$1,700 on an open carrier and $1,775–$2,550 in an enclosed trailer, with 5–8 days in transit. It ranks #170 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,450
- Road miles
- 2,100
- Days in transit
- 5–8
- People moving a year
- 6.0K
- Companies at both ends
- 75
City to city
What it costs between Arizona and North Carolina cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff and Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro and Fayetteville — 2,040 to 2,420 road miles apart.
| From | Charlotte | Raleigh | Greensboro | Fayetteville |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $1,175–$1,7002,100 mi · 5–8 days | $1,225–$1,7502,240 mi · 5–8 days | $1,200–$1,7252,160 mi · 5–8 days | $1,225–$1,7502,220 mi · 5–8 days |
| Tucson | $1,175–$1,6752,050 mi · 5–8 days | $1,200–$1,7252,190 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,7002,110 mi · 5–8 days | $1,200–$1,7252,170 mi · 5–8 days |
| Yuma | $1,250–$1,7752,280 mi · 5–8 days | $1,275–$1,8252,420 mi · 5–9 days | $1,250–$1,8002,340 mi · 5–9 days | $1,275–$1,8252,400 mi · 5–9 days |
| Flagstaff | $1,175–$1,6752,040 mi · 5–8 days | $1,200–$1,7252,180 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,7002,100 mi · 5–8 days | $1,200–$1,7252,170 mi · 5–8 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 Charlotte, 2,100 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 | $1,175–$1,700 | $1,775–$2,550 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,325–$1,900 | $1,975–$2,850 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,475–$2,125 | $2,225–$3,175 |
| Pickup truck | $1,525–$2,200 | $2,300–$3,300 |
| Motorcycle | $700–$1,025 | $1,075–$1,525 |
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 North Carolina is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,450 Peak: about $1,550
About this route
Why so many cars go from Arizona to North Carolina
About 5,980 people moved from Arizona to North Carolina in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (6,443 in 2023, 5,516 in 2024). That is 3.2% of everyone who left Arizona for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 6,540 people a year move from North Carolina back to Arizona — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,450, shipping from Arizona to North Carolina costs more than sending a car to Michigan ($1,400) and Ohio ($1,375) but less than to Florida ($1,525) and New York ($1,600). That works out to about 69¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
At roughly 2,100 road miles, Phoenix to Charlotte is a cross-country haul. Federal hours-of-service rules cap truck drivers at 11 hours behind the wheel a day, so plan on 5–8 days in transit once the car is loaded. The car heads east-northeast and crosses 2 time zones — from Mountain to Eastern time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
On the road
- Trucks usually take the southern route across the desert Southwest, which stays open all winter — one reason this lane runs on schedule year-round.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Arizona and North Carolina, 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 North Carolina
34 companies based in North Carolina: 34 carriers, 0 brokers, 150 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Bulla Transportation Inc Charlotte · 55 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4029519
- Rhodes Brothers Trucking LLC Selma · 9 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2446705
- Frank Pless Auto Transport Inc Concord · 6 trucks · since 2009 · USDOT 1979139
- K-Dot Auto Transport Servicesllc Charlotte · 6 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2997038
- Dragon Haul Inc Mooresville · 4 trucks · since 2026 · USDOT 4527691
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Arizona to North Carolina car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and North Carolina's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Arizona to North Carolina?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,175–$1,700 from Phoenix to Charlotte (2,100 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,175–$1,825. An SUV costs about $1,325–$1,900, a pickup $1,525–$2,200, and an enclosed trailer $1,775–$2,550 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Arizona to North Carolina?
Transit is usually 5–8 days after pickup for the 2,100-mile trip from Phoenix to Charlotte. Getting the car picked up takes another 1–5 days on a standard booking; expedited pickup within 1–2 days costs about 30% more.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Arizona to North Carolina?
January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. Whatever the month, a flexible pickup date booked 2–3 weeks out gets the best price.
How soon do I have to register my car in North Carolina after moving?
North Carolina requires new residents to register within 60 days of becoming a resident. Get your North Carolina driver license first; out-of-state insurance policies are not accepted.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Arizona to North Carolina?
Driving 2,100 miles takes about 5 days: roughly $270 in gas and 4 nights of hotels and meals (about $560). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,175–$1,700. Add wear on the car and 5 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Arizona to North Carolina?
Our directory lists 41 companies based in Arizona and 34 based in North Carolina, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.