Route guide · CO → AZ
Shipping a car from Colorado to Arizona
Shipping a running sedan from Denver to Phoenix costs about $725–$1,125 on an open carrier and $1,075–$1,675 in an enclosed trailer, with 2–4 days in transit. It ranks #246 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $925
- Road miles
- 690
- Days in transit
- 2–4
- People moving a year
- 9.3K
- Companies at both ends
- 57
City to city
What it costs between Colorado and Arizona cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins and Pueblo and Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff — 520 to 900 road miles apart.
| From | Phoenix | Tucson | Yuma | Flagstaff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | $725–$1,125690 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150740 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200870 mi · 2–4 days | $650–$1,050570 mi · 2–3 days |
| Colorado Springs | $700–$1,100650 mi · 2–3 days | $725–$1,100680 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175830 mi · 2–4 days | $650–$1,025540 mi · 2–3 days |
| Fort Collins | $750–$1,150730 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200900 mi · 2–4 days | $675–$1,075610 mi · 2–3 days |
| Pueblo | $675–$1,075620 mi · 2–3 days | $700–$1,100650 mi · 2–3 days | $775–$1,175810 mi · 2–4 days | $625–$1,000520 mi · 2–3 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
Denver to Phoenix, 690 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 | $725–$1,125 | $1,075–$1,675 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $800–$1,250 | $1,200–$1,875 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $900–$1,400 | $1,350–$2,100 |
| Pickup truck | $925–$1,450 | $1,400–$2,175 |
| Motorcycle | $425–$675 | $650–$1,000 |
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 Colorado to Arizona is January–May and September–November.
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Cheapest: about $925 Peak: about $1,000
About this route
Why so many cars go from Colorado to Arizona
About 9,314 people moved from Colorado to Arizona in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (8,344 in 2023, 10,284 in 2024). That is 4.5% of everyone who left Colorado for another state, making Arizona its #4 destination.
Traffic runs both ways — about 11,070 people a year move from Arizona back to Colorado — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $925, shipping from Colorado to Arizona costs more than sending a car to Missouri ($900) but less than to Texas ($950) and California ($1,050). That works out to about $1.34 a mile — short runs cost more per mile because the fixed cost of loading and unloading weighs more.
Distance and transit time
The 690-mile run from Denver to Phoenix takes 2–4 days on a carrier — short enough that driving yourself is a real option. The car heads southwest and stays on Mountain time the whole way.
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.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Colorado and Arizona, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Colorado
16 companies based in Colorado: 16 carriers, 1 brokers, 269 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Supreme Auto Transport Inc Longmont · 207 trucks · since 2000 · USDOT 912923
- TK Auto Trans Inc Aurora · 22 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2388239
- Sterling Auto Carriers Inc Montrose · 6 trucks · since 2015 · USDOT 2777033
- Your Auto Express Aurora · 5 trucks · since 2021 · USDOT 3705965
- Amiron Auto Trans LLC Commerce City · 4 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2961725
Delivery 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
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Colorado to Arizona car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Arizona's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Colorado to Arizona?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $725–$1,125 from Denver to Phoenix (690 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $625–$1,200. An SUV costs about $800–$1,250, a pickup $925–$1,450, and an enclosed trailer $1,075–$1,675 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Colorado to Arizona?
Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 690-mile trip from Denver to Phoenix. 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 Colorado to Arizona?
January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. If you must ship in peak months, book three to four weeks ahead.
How soon do I have to register my car in Arizona after moving?
Arizona requires new residents to register right away — there is no grace period. Arizona expects registration as soon as you become a resident. Cars kept in the Phoenix or Tucson areas may need an emissions test first.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Colorado to Arizona?
Driving 690 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $90 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $725–$1,125. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.
Which car shipping companies go from Colorado to Arizona?
Our directory lists 16 companies based in Colorado and 41 based in Arizona, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.