Route guide · FL → AZ
Shipping a car from Florida to Arizona
Shipping a running sedan from Miami to Phoenix costs about $1,250–$1,800 on an open carrier and $1,875–$2,700 in an enclosed trailer, with 5–9 days in transit. It ranks #86 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,525
- Road miles
- 2,340
- Days in transit
- 5–9
- People moving a year
- 9.8K
- Companies at both ends
- 259
City to city
What it costs between Florida and Arizona cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Miami, Orlando, Jacksonville and Tampa and Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff — 2,030 to 2,490 road miles apart.
| From | Phoenix | Tucson | Yuma | Flagstaff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | $1,250–$1,8002,340 mi · 5–9 days | $1,225–$1,7502,240 mi · 5–8 days | $1,300–$1,8752,490 mi · 5–9 days | $1,250–$1,8002,320 mi · 5–9 days |
| Orlando | $1,200–$1,7252,190 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,7002,100 mi · 5–8 days | $1,250–$1,8002,350 mi · 5–9 days | $1,200–$1,7252,170 mi · 5–8 days |
| Jacksonville | $1,175–$1,7002,110 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,6752,040 mi · 5–8 days | $1,250–$1,7752,280 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,6752,080 mi · 5–8 days |
| Tampa | $1,200–$1,7002,120 mi · 5–8 days | $1,150–$1,6752,030 mi · 5–8 days | $1,250–$1,7752,280 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,7002,100 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
Miami to Phoenix, 2,340 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 | $1,250–$1,800 | $1,875–$2,700 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,400–$2,025 | $2,100–$3,025 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,575–$2,250 | $2,350–$3,375 |
| Pickup truck | $1,625–$2,350 | $2,450–$3,500 |
| Motorcycle | $750–$1,075 | $1,125–$1,625 |
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 Florida to Arizona is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,525 Peak: about $1,650
About this route
Why so many cars go from Florida to Arizona
About 9,846 people moved from Florida to Arizona in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (12,762 in 2023, 6,929 in 2024). That is 1.9% of everyone who left Florida for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 8,808 people a year move from Arizona back to Florida — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,525, shipping from Florida to Arizona costs more than sending a car to Colorado ($1,400) and Minnesota ($1,325) but less than to Nevada ($1,625) and California ($1,700). That works out to about 65¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
Miami to Phoenix runs about 2,340 road miles. With drivers limited to 11 hours of driving a day and stops for other cars on the load, that is 5–9 days on the truck. The car heads west-northwest and crosses 2 time zones — from Eastern to Mountain 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.
- Hurricane season (June–November) occasionally delays Gulf and Atlantic coast deliveries; carriers will reschedule rather than drive into a storm.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Florida and Arizona, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Florida
218 companies based in Florida: 187 carriers, 18 brokers, 1,227 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Centurion Auto Transport Jacksonville · 239 trucks · since 1992 · USDOT 471614
- Vision Auto Transport Inc Miami · 95 trucks · since 2011 · USDOT 2257988
- Masney Auto Transport Inc Winter Garden · 89 trucks · since 1988 · USDOT 326786
- Cfy Auto Transport Corp Miami · 50 trucks · since 2016 · USDOT 2841696
- Auto Carrier Express Inc Jacksonville · 48 trucks · since 1998 · USDOT 766895
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
Florida 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 Florida to Arizona?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,250–$1,800 from Miami to Phoenix (2,340 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,150–$1,875. An SUV costs about $1,400–$2,025, a pickup $1,625–$2,350, and an enclosed trailer $1,875–$2,700 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Florida to Arizona?
Transit is usually 5–9 days after pickup for the 2,340-mile trip from Miami to Phoenix. Before that, allow 1–5 days for a carrier to be assigned — or pay roughly 30% extra to have it collected within 48 hours.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Florida 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. In any month, giving the carrier a wide pickup window lowers the quote.
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 Florida to Arizona?
Driving 2,340 miles takes about 5 days: roughly $300 in gas and 4 nights of hotels and meals (about $560). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,250–$1,800. Add wear on the car and 5 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Florida to Arizona?
Our directory lists 218 companies based in Florida and 41 based in Arizona, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.