Route guide · GA → AZ
Shipping a car from Georgia to Arizona
Shipping a running sedan from Atlanta to Phoenix costs about $1,125–$1,600 on an open carrier and $1,675–$2,400 in an enclosed trailer, with 4–7 days in transit. It ranks #214 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,375
- Road miles
- 1,870
- Days in transit
- 4–7
- People moving a year
- 4.8K
- Companies at both ends
- 85
City to city
What it costs between Georgia and Arizona cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Atlanta, Columbus, Augusta-Richmond County and Macon-Bibb County and Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff — 1,790 to 2,210 road miles apart.
| From | Phoenix | Tucson | Yuma | Flagstaff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $1,125–$1,6001,870 mi · 4–7 days | $1,100–$1,5751,810 mi · 4–7 days | $1,175–$1,6752,050 mi · 5–8 days | $1,100–$1,5751,830 mi · 4–7 days |
| Columbus | $1,125–$1,6001,860 mi · 4–7 days | $1,100–$1,5751,790 mi · 4–7 days | $1,150–$1,6752,030 mi · 5–8 days | $1,100–$1,5751,820 mi · 4–7 days |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $1,150–$1,6752,030 mi · 5–8 days | $1,150–$1,6501,970 mi · 4–7 days | $1,225–$1,7502,210 mi · 5–8 days | $1,150–$1,6501,990 mi · 4–8 days |
| Macon-Bibb County | $1,125–$1,6251,930 mi · 4–7 days | $1,125–$1,6001,860 mi · 4–7 days | $1,175–$1,7002,110 mi · 5–8 days | $1,125–$1,6001,890 mi · 4–7 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
Atlanta to Phoenix, 1,870 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 | $1,125–$1,600 | $1,675–$2,400 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,250–$1,800 | $1,875–$2,675 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,400–$2,000 | $2,100–$3,000 |
| Pickup truck | $1,450–$2,075 | $2,175–$3,125 |
| Motorcycle | $675–$950 | $1,000–$1,450 |
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 Georgia to Arizona is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,350 Peak: about $1,475
About this route
Why so many cars go from Georgia to Arizona
About 4,772 people moved from Georgia to Arizona in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (6,326 in 2023, 3,218 in 2024). That is 2% of everyone who left Georgia for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 3,896 people a year move from Arizona back to Georgia — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,350, shipping from Georgia to Arizona costs more than sending a car to Colorado ($1,200) and New York ($1,000) but less than to California ($1,500) and Washington ($1,625). That works out to about 72¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
At roughly 1,870 road miles, Atlanta to Phoenix is a cross-country haul. Federal hours-of-service rules cap truck drivers at 11 hours behind the wheel a day, so plan on 4–7 days in transit once the car is loaded. The car heads west 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.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Georgia and Arizona, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Georgia
44 companies based in Georgia: 40 carriers, 4 brokers, 394 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Extreme Auto Transport Duluth · 246 trucks · since 2005 · USDOT 1415704
- Premier Vehicle Transport Inc Augusta · 21 trucks · since 1999 · USDOT 846362
- US Auto Transport Inc Cumming · 20 trucks · since 2012 · USDOT 2329190
- Driven Logistics Ringgold · 9 trucks · since 2020 · USDOT 3539872
- Snap Auto Duluth · 7 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2989796
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
Georgia 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 Georgia to Arizona?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,125–$1,600 from Atlanta to Phoenix (1,870 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,100–$1,750. An SUV costs about $1,250–$1,800, a pickup $1,450–$2,075, and an enclosed trailer $1,675–$2,400 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Georgia to Arizona?
Transit is usually 4–7 days after pickup for the 1,870-mile trip from Atlanta to Phoenix. 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 Georgia 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. 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 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 Georgia to Arizona?
Driving 1,870 miles takes about 4 days: roughly $240 in gas and 3 nights of hotels and meals (about $420). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,125–$1,600. Add wear on the car and 4 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Georgia to Arizona?
Our directory lists 44 companies based in Georgia and 41 based in Arizona, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.