Route guide · OH → AZ
Shipping a car from Ohio to Arizona
Shipping a running sedan from Columbus to Phoenix costs about $1,150–$1,625 on an open carrier and $1,700–$2,450 in an enclosed trailer, with 4–7 days in transit. It ranks #122 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,400
- Road miles
- 1,960
- Days in transit
- 4–7
- People moving a year
- 6.0K
- Companies at both ends
- 103
City to city
What it costs between Ohio and Arizona cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati and Toledo and Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff — 1,780 to 2,240 road miles apart.
| From | Phoenix | Tucson | Yuma | Flagstaff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $1,150–$1,6251,960 mi · 4–7 days | $1,125–$1,6251,940 mi · 4–7 days | $1,200–$1,7252,150 mi · 5–8 days | $1,125–$1,6001,880 mi · 4–7 days |
| Cleveland | $1,175–$1,6752,060 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,6752,040 mi · 5–8 days | $1,225–$1,7502,240 mi · 5–8 days | $1,150–$1,6501,970 mi · 4–7 days |
| Cincinnati | $1,125–$1,6001,860 mi · 4–7 days | $1,100–$1,5751,830 mi · 4–7 days | $1,175–$1,6752,050 mi · 5–8 days | $1,100–$1,5501,780 mi · 4–7 days |
| Toledo | $1,125–$1,6251,940 mi · 4–7 days | $1,125–$1,6251,930 mi · 4–7 days | $1,200–$1,7002,130 mi · 5–8 days | $1,125–$1,6001,860 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
Columbus to Phoenix, 1,960 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 | $1,150–$1,625 | $1,700–$2,450 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,275–$1,825 | $1,925–$2,750 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,425–$2,050 | $2,125–$3,075 |
| Pickup truck | $1,475–$2,125 | $2,225–$3,175 |
| Motorcycle | $675–$975 | $1,025–$1,475 |
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 Ohio to Arizona is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,375 Peak: about $1,500
About this route
Why so many cars go from Ohio to Arizona
About 5,979 people moved from Ohio to Arizona in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (3,091 in 2023, 8,866 in 2024). That is 3.3% of everyone who left Ohio for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 4,542 people a year move from Arizona back to Ohio — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,375, shipping from Ohio to Arizona costs more than sending a car to Colorado ($1,200) and Florida ($1,125) but less than to California ($1,525). That works out to about 70¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
Columbus to Phoenix runs about 1,960 road miles. With drivers limited to 11 hours of driving a day and stops for other cars on the load, that is 4–7 days on the truck. 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 Ohio and Arizona, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Ohio
62 companies based in Ohio: 56 carriers, 6 brokers, 421 trucks in total, 8 years in business on average.
- Sam Auto Trans LLC Twinsburg · 76 trucks · since 2014 · USDOT 2520572
- Ascot Auto Trans LLC Akron · 45 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2429414
- Bwi Haul Solutions Cincinnati · 42 trucks · since 2021 · USDOT 3779250
- Advance Auto Transport Sylvania · 30 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2370875
- Professional Auto Transport LLC Howard · 30 trucks · since 2025 · USDOT 4408547
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
Ohio 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 Ohio to Arizona?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,150–$1,625 from Columbus to Phoenix (1,960 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,100–$1,750. An SUV costs about $1,275–$1,825, a pickup $1,475–$2,125, and an enclosed trailer $1,700–$2,450 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Ohio to Arizona?
Transit is usually 4–7 days after pickup for the 1,960-mile trip from Columbus 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 Ohio 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 Ohio to Arizona?
Driving 1,960 miles takes about 4 days: roughly $250 in gas and 3 nights of hotels and meals (about $420). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,150–$1,625. Add wear on the car and 4 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Ohio to Arizona?
Our directory lists 62 companies based in Ohio and 41 based in Arizona, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.