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Route guide · MO → AZ
Car shipping from Missouri to Arizona
Car transport from Missouri to Arizona runs 1,230 road miles between the biggest metros. Shipping a running sedan from Kansas City to Phoenix costs about $950–$1,350 on an open carrier and $1,425–$2,025 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–5 days in transit. It ranks #187 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,150
- Road miles
- 1,230
- Days in transit
- 3–5
- People moving a year
- 5.3K
- Companies at both ends
- 58
City to city
Cost to ship a car from Missouri to Arizona, city to city
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield and Columbia and Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff — 1,150 to 1,680 road miles apart.
| From | Phoenix | Tucson | Yuma | Flagstaff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $950–$1,3501,230 mi · 3–5 days | $950–$1,3501,220 mi · 3–5 days | $1,000–$1,4251,420 mi · 3–6 days | $900–$1,3001,150 mi · 3–5 days |
| St. Louis | $1,025–$1,4501,490 mi · 3–6 days | $1,000–$1,4501,470 mi · 3–6 days | $1,075–$1,5251,680 mi · 4–7 days | $1,000–$1,4251,420 mi · 3–6 days |
| Springfield | $950–$1,3501,280 mi · 3–5 days | $950–$1,3501,250 mi · 3–5 days | $1,000–$1,4501,470 mi · 3–6 days | $950–$1,3501,220 mi · 3–5 days |
| Columbia | $975–$1,4001,370 mi · 3–6 days | $975–$1,4001,350 mi · 3–6 days | $1,025–$1,4751,550 mi · 4–6 days | $950–$1,3751,290 mi · 3–5 days |
Estimate, not a quote
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
Kansas City to Phoenix, 1,230 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 | $950–$1,350 | $1,425–$2,025 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,050–$1,500 | $1,575–$2,250 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,175–$1,675 | $1,775–$2,525 |
| Pickup truck | $1,225–$1,750 | $1,825–$2,625 |
| Motorcycle | $575–$800 | $850–$1,200 |
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 Missouri to Arizona is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,150 Peak: about $1,225
About this route
Why so many cars go from Missouri to Arizona
About 5,313 people moved from Missouri to Arizona in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (7,390 in 2023, 3,235 in 2024). That is 4% of everyone who left Missouri for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 5,297 people a year move from Arizona back to Missouri — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,150, shipping from Missouri to Arizona costs more than sending a car to Texas ($825) but less than to Florida ($1,225) and California ($1,275). That works out to about 93¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Expect about 1,230 road miles from Kansas City to Phoenix — 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 west-southwest and crosses one time zone — from Central to Mountain time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
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 transport companies from Missouri to Arizona
Companies headquartered at either end of the route usually run this lane often. Filter by services, company type and safety record — every listing is matched to its FMCSA record.
- Pickup end Missouri 24 companies · 24 carriers · 0 brokers · 515 trucks · 18 yrs avg.
- Delivery end Arizona 34 companies · 26 carriers · 9 brokers · 141 trucks · 13 yrs avg.
MC
Mid-Western Car Carriers
FMCSA verifiedKansas City car carrier founded in 1976, hauling for dealers, auctions, manufacturers and remarketers nationwide.
MC
Motor Car Auto Carriers Inc
FMCSA verifiedNew-vehicle car carrier founded in 2000, now part of the Accelerated nationwide automobile carrier.
PT
Passport Transport
FMCSA verifiedEnclosed-only auto transport for luxury, classic, exotic and race cars, with door-to-door service since 1970.
IL
Irontiger Logistics Inc
FMCSA verifiedIndependence, Missouri truck driveaway company (TruckMovers) moving trucks for manufacturers and dealers since 1983.
LD
Liviu D Pop
FMCSA verifiedPhoenix auto transporter (AzExotic) specializing in enclosed, white-glove shipping of classic and luxury cars.
AA
AZM Auto Shippers
FMCSA verifiedCA
Champion Auto Carriers
FMCSA verifiedArizona car carrier associated with Accelerated, hauling OEM, dealer and rental vehicles on 9-car rigs.
TT
Taylor Transportation
FMCSA verifiedPhoenix auto transport company offering open and enclosed nationwide car shipping, with 15 years of experience.
AA
AmPm Auto Transport
FMCSA verifiedNationwide car shipping for individuals and businesses, with open and enclosed transport, founded in 2010.
AR
Auto Relocation Specialist
FMCSA verifiedAT
Auto Transport Society
FMCSA verifiedChandler, Arizona auto transport broker coordinating dealer, auction and personal vehicle moves across the lower 48.
CG
Car Go Auto Transport
FMCSA verifiedFA
Falcon Auto Logistics
FMCSA verifiedOT
OVE Transport
FMCSA verifiedSA
SARS Auto Transport Services
FMCSA verifiedRC
Redbird Carriers and Fastrack Auto Transport
FMCSA verifiedSA
Smith Auto Transport
FMCSA verifiedAA
Auto-Matic Auto Carriers LLC
FMCSA verifiedRT
Reliable Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedEC
Evans Car Carriers LLC
FMCSA verifiedST
SCS Transport Inc
FMCSA verifiedZA
Zemo Auto Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedJ&
J & J Auto Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedST
Strawboss Trucking Inc
FMCSA verifiedJA
J-Lite Auto Freighting
FMCSA verifiedPA
PTS Auto Carriers LLC
FMCSA verifiedAA
Arizona Auto Relocation LLC
FMCSA verifiedAT
Auto Transport Team I LLC
FMCSA verifiedCA
Crown Automobile Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedNo companies match these filters
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FAQ
Missouri 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 Missouri to Arizona?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $950–$1,350 from Kansas City to Phoenix (1,230 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $900–$1,525. An SUV costs about $1,050–$1,500, a pickup $1,225–$1,750, and an enclosed trailer $1,425–$2,025 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Missouri to Arizona?
Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,230-mile trip from Kansas City 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 Missouri 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 Missouri to Arizona?
Driving 1,230 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $160 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $950–$1,350. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Missouri to Arizona?
Our directory lists 24 companies based in Missouri and 34 based in Arizona, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 191 that ship nationwide.