Route guide · NY → AZ
Shipping a car from New York to Arizona
Shipping a running sedan from New York to Phoenix costs about $1,325–$1,875 on an open carrier and $1,975–$2,825 in an enclosed trailer, with 6–9 days in transit. It ranks #116 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,600
- Road miles
- 2,530
- Days in transit
- 6–9
- People moving a year
- 6.4K
- Companies at both ends
- 99
City to city
What it costs between New York and Arizona cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between New York, Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse and Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff — 2,150 to 2,710 road miles apart.
| From | Phoenix | Tucson | Yuma | Flagstaff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $1,325–$1,8752,530 mi · 6–9 days | $1,300–$1,8752,500 mi · 5–9 days | $1,375–$1,9502,710 mi · 6–10 days | $1,300–$1,8502,450 mi · 5–9 days |
| Buffalo | $1,225–$1,7502,240 mi · 5–8 days | $1,225–$1,7502,230 mi · 5–8 days | $1,275–$1,8502,430 mi · 5–9 days | $1,200–$1,7252,150 mi · 5–8 days |
| Rochester | $1,250–$1,8002,320 mi · 5–9 days | $1,250–$1,7752,310 mi · 5–8 days | $1,300–$1,8752,510 mi · 6–9 days | $1,225–$1,7502,230 mi · 5–8 days |
| Syracuse | $1,275–$1,8252,400 mi · 5–9 days | $1,275–$1,8252,390 mi · 5–9 days | $1,325–$1,9002,590 mi · 6–9 days | $1,250–$1,7752,310 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
New York to Phoenix, 2,530 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 | $1,325–$1,875 | $1,975–$2,825 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,475–$2,100 | $2,200–$3,150 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,650–$2,350 | $2,475–$3,525 |
| Pickup truck | $1,700–$2,450 | $2,575–$3,675 |
| Motorcycle | $800–$1,125 | $1,175–$1,700 |
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 New York to Arizona is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,600 Peak: about $1,725
About this route
Why so many cars go from New York to Arizona
About 6,352 people moved from New York to Arizona in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (7,627 in 2023, 5,077 in 2024). That is 1.4% of everyone who left New York for another state.
Only about 3,435 people a year go back from Arizona to New York, so demand here is mostly one-way. With trucks toward Arizona in steady demand, expect quick pickups and little room to haggle.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,600, shipping from New York to Arizona costs more than sending a car to Colorado ($1,375) and Texas ($1,275) but less than to California ($1,725) and Washington ($1,725). That works out to about 63¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
Count on 6–9 days on the truck for the 2,530 road miles from New York to Phoenix — federal rules cap drivers at 11 hours a day behind the wheel, and a full carrier makes several stops on the way. 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
- 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 New York and Arizona, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end New York
58 companies based in New York: 44 carriers, 7 brokers, 458 trucks in total, 11 years in business on average.
- Acar Trucking LLC Brooklyn · 270 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4116994
- Bibi Carrier LLC Port Jervis · 42 trucks · since 2020 · USDOT 3438799
- GZZ Logistics Inc Staten Island · 9 trucks · since 2020 · USDOT 3476017
- Blue Cat Logistic Inc Brooklyn · 8 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4050399
- East Coast Auto Transport Inc Fort Ann · 7 trucks · since 1987 · USDOT 296156
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
New York 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 New York to Arizona?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,325–$1,875 from New York to Phoenix (2,530 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,200–$1,950. An SUV costs about $1,475–$2,100, a pickup $1,700–$2,450, and an enclosed trailer $1,975–$2,825 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from New York to Arizona?
Transit is usually 6–9 days after pickup for the 2,530-mile trip from New York 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 New York 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 New York to Arizona?
Driving 2,530 miles takes about 6 days: roughly $320 in gas and 5 nights of hotels and meals (about $700). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,325–$1,875. Add wear on the car and 6 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from New York to Arizona?
Our directory lists 58 companies based in New York and 41 based in Arizona, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.