How much does it cost to ship a car from Arizona to Texas?

For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $875–$1,275 from Phoenix to Dallas (1,050 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $800–$1,400. An SUV costs about $975–$1,425, a pickup $1,125–$1,650, and an enclosed trailer $1,300–$1,900 for a sedan.

How long does it take to ship a car from Arizona to Texas?

Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,050-mile trip from Phoenix to Dallas. 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 Texas?

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 Texas after moving?

Texas requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. Get Texas insurance first. Cars in 17 emissions counties — including Harris (Houston), Dallas, Tarrant (Fort Worth) and Travis (Austin) — need an emissions test; then register at the county tax assessor-collector.

Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Arizona to Texas?

Driving 1,050 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $130 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $875–$1,275. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.

Which car shipping companies go from Arizona to Texas?

Our directory lists 35 companies based in Arizona and 120 based in Texas, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 195 that ship nationwide.

Ship a Car from Arizona to Texas: Cost & Carriers (2026)

From	Dallas	Houston	San Antonio	Austin
Phoenix	$875–$1,2751,050 mi · 3–5 days	$925–$1,3251,200 mi · 3–5 days	$850–$1,2501,000 mi · 2–5 days	$850–$1,2501,030 mi · 3–5 days
Tucson	$850–$1,250970 mi · 2–4 days	$900–$1,3001,100 mi · 3–5 days	$800–$1,200890 mi · 2–4 days	$825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days
Yuma	$950–$1,3501,220 mi · 3–5 days	$975–$1,4001,350 mi · 3–6 days	$900–$1,3001,140 mi · 3–5 days	$925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days
Flagstaff	$850–$1,2501,020 mi · 3–5 days	$925–$1,3251,200 mi · 3–5 days	$850–$1,2501,010 mi · 3–5 days	$850–$1,2501,030 mi · 3–5 days

Vehicle	Open carrier	Enclosed
Sedan or small car	$875–$1,275	$1,300–$1,900
Midsize SUV or crossover	$975–$1,425	$1,450–$2,125
Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition)	$1,100–$1,600	$1,625–$2,375
Pickup truck	$1,125–$1,650	$1,700–$2,475
Motorcycle	$525–$750	$775–$1,150

J&S Transportation

FMCSA verified

Tucson, AZ · Carrier & broker · 14 trucks · 26 yrs in business · USDOT 911585

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Auto Transport

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Tucson, AZ · Broker · USDOT 2245458

Open car transport
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Motor Car Auto Carriers Inc

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Glendal, AZ · Carrier · 45 trucks · 26 yrs in business · USDOT 915692

New-vehicle car carrier founded in 2000, now part of the Accelerated nationwide automobile carrier.

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