Route guide · AZ → OR
Shipping a car from Arizona to Oregon
Shipping a running sedan from Phoenix to Portland costs about $925–$1,325 on an open carrier and $1,375–$1,975 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–5 days in transit. It ranks #141 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,125
- Road miles
- 1,180
- Days in transit
- 3–5
- People moving a year
- 7.2K
- Companies at both ends
- 48
City to city
What it costs between Arizona and Oregon cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff and Portland, Salem, Eugene and Bend — 940 to 1,320 road miles apart.
| From | Portland | Salem | Eugene | Bend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days | $900–$1,3001,150 mi · 3–5 days | $900–$1,3001,100 mi · 3–5 days | $850–$1,2501,030 mi · 3–5 days |
| Tucson | $975–$1,3751,320 mi · 3–5 days | $950–$1,3751,290 mi · 3–5 days | $950–$1,3501,250 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days |
| Yuma | $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days | $900–$1,3001,150 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,090 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,040 mi · 3–5 days |
| Flagstaff | $875–$1,2751,080 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,060 mi · 3–5 days | $850–$1,2501,020 mi · 3–5 days | $825–$1,225940 mi · 2–4 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 Portland, 1,180 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 | $925–$1,325 | $1,375–$1,975 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,025–$1,475 | $1,550–$2,225 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,150–$1,650 | $1,725–$2,475 |
| Pickup truck | $1,200–$1,725 | $1,800–$2,575 |
| Motorcycle | $550–$800 | $825–$1,200 |
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 Oregon is March–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,125 Peak: about $1,225
About this route
Why so many cars go from Arizona to Oregon
About 7,169 people moved from Arizona to Oregon in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (7,144 in 2023, 7,194 in 2024). That is 3.8% of everyone who left Arizona for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 7,400 people a year move from Oregon back to Arizona — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,125, shipping from Arizona to Oregon costs more than sending a car to Texas ($1,075) and Colorado ($925) but less than to Missouri ($1,150) and Washington ($1,175). That works out to about 95¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Your car spends 3–5 days on the road for the roughly 1,180 miles from Phoenix to Portland, after a pickup window of a few days while the carrier assembles a full load. The car heads north-northwest and crosses one time zone — from Mountain to Pacific time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
On the road
- Winter storms in Oregon 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 Oregon, 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 Oregon
7 companies based in Oregon: 7 carriers, 1 brokers, 19 trucks in total, 13 years in business on average.
- Carroll Auto Transport LLC Gilchrist · 5 trucks · since 2001 · USDOT 991916
- DMV Auto Transport Portland · 4 trucks · since 2008 · USDOT 1797529
- EZ Transport LLC Troutdale · 2 trucks · since 2016 · USDOT 2871184
- Finesse Auto Transport LLC Damascus · 2 trucks · since 2018 · USDOT 3087476
- Interstate Expressways Inc Eugene · 2 trucks · since 2025 · USDOT 4462008
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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Nearby alternatives
Moving close to Oregon but not into it — or coming from somewhere near Arizona? These guides cover the neighbouring lanes.
FAQ
Arizona to Oregon car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Oregon's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Arizona to Oregon?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $925–$1,325 from Phoenix to Portland (1,180 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $825–$1,375. An SUV costs about $1,025–$1,475, a pickup $1,200–$1,725, and an enclosed trailer $1,375–$1,975 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Arizona to Oregon?
Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,180-mile trip from Phoenix to Portland. The wait for pickup is separate: typically 1–5 days, or 1–2 days if you pay about 30% more for expedited service.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Arizona to Oregon?
March–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 10% more. If you must ship in peak months, book three to four weeks ahead.
How soon do I have to register my car in Oregon after moving?
Oregon requires new residents to register once you become a resident. Most cars in the Portland and Medford areas must pass a DEQ emissions test before registration.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Arizona to Oregon?
Driving 1,180 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $150 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $925–$1,325. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Arizona to Oregon?
Our directory lists 41 companies based in Arizona and 7 based in Oregon, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.