Route guide · AZ → WA
Shipping a car from Arizona to Washington
Shipping a running sedan from Phoenix to Seattle costs about $975–$1,375 on an open carrier and $1,450–$2,050 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–5 days in transit. It ranks #92 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,175
- Road miles
- 1,310
- Days in transit
- 3–5
- People moving a year
- 9.7K
- Companies at both ends
- 77
City to city
What it costs between Arizona and Washington cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff and Seattle, Spokane, Vancouver and Yakima — 1,080 to 1,450 road miles apart.
| From | Seattle | Spokane | Vancouver | Yakima |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $975–$1,3751,310 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,200 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days |
| Tucson | $1,000–$1,4251,450 mi · 3–6 days | $975–$1,3751,330 mi · 3–6 days | $975–$1,3751,320 mi · 3–5 days | $975–$1,3751,320 mi · 3–5 days |
| Yuma | $975–$1,3751,320 mi · 3–5 days | $950–$1,3501,250 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,210 mi · 3–5 days |
| Flagstaff | $925–$1,3251,210 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,080 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,090 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,080 mi · 3–5 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 Seattle, 1,310 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 | $975–$1,375 | $1,450–$2,050 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,075–$1,550 | $1,625–$2,300 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,200–$1,725 | $1,800–$2,575 |
| Pickup truck | $1,250–$1,775 | $1,875–$2,675 |
| Motorcycle | $575–$825 | $875–$1,225 |
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 Washington is March–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,175 Peak: about $1,275
About this route
Why so many cars go from Arizona to Washington
About 9,657 people moved from Arizona to Washington in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (10,675 in 2023, 8,638 in 2024). That is 5.2% of everyone who left Arizona for another state, making Washington its #4 destination.
This is the lighter direction: about 15,222 people a year move Washington to Arizona. Carriers that bring cars into Arizona need loads back toward Washington, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,175, shipping from Arizona to Washington costs more than sending a car to Missouri ($1,150) and Oregon ($1,125) but less than to Minnesota ($1,225) and Illinois ($1,300). That works out to about 90¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Expect about 1,310 road miles from Phoenix to Seattle — 3–5 days on the truck after pickup. Carriers usually load several cars before heading out, so the pickup window matters as much as transit time. 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 Washington 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 Washington, 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 Washington
36 companies based in Washington: 36 carriers, 0 brokers, 237 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Diesel Auto Express Vancouver · 97 trucks · since 2009 · USDOT 1885300
- DC Trucking Enumclaw · 30 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 3001374
- U Save Auto Transport LLC Moxee · 8 trucks · since 2007 · USDOT 1625792
- DC Auto Carrier LLC Bonney Lake · 7 trucks · since 2022 · USDOT 3871099
- Advanced Auto Transport LLC Kelso · 6 trucks · since 2016 · USDOT 2943372
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Arizona to Washington car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Washington's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Arizona to Washington?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $975–$1,375 from Phoenix to Seattle (1,310 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $875–$1,425. An SUV costs about $1,075–$1,550, a pickup $1,250–$1,775, and an enclosed trailer $1,450–$2,050 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Arizona to Washington?
Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,310-mile trip from Phoenix to Seattle. 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 Washington?
March–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 10% 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 Washington after moving?
Washington requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. You need a Washington driver license before you can register the car.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Arizona to Washington?
Driving 1,310 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $170 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $975–$1,375. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Arizona to Washington?
Our directory lists 41 companies based in Arizona and 36 based in Washington, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.