Route guide · VA → AZ
Shipping a car from Virginia to Arizona
Shipping a running sedan from Virginia Beach to Phoenix costs about $1,275–$1,825 on an open carrier and $1,925–$2,750 in an enclosed trailer, with 5–9 days in transit. It ranks #243 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,550
- Road miles
- 2,400
- Days in transit
- 5–9
- People moving a year
- 4.2K
- Companies at both ends
- 69
City to city
What it costs between Virginia and Arizona cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Virginia Beach, Richmond, Alexandria and Roanoke and Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff — 2,080 to 2,590 road miles apart.
| From | Phoenix | Tucson | Yuma | Flagstaff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $1,275–$1,8252,400 mi · 5–9 days | $1,275–$1,8002,360 mi · 5–9 days | $1,325–$1,9002,590 mi · 6–9 days | $1,250–$1,8002,340 mi · 5–9 days |
| Richmond | $1,250–$1,7752,310 mi · 5–8 days | $1,225–$1,7752,260 mi · 5–8 days | $1,300–$1,8752,490 mi · 5–9 days | $1,225–$1,7502,240 mi · 5–8 days |
| Alexandria | $1,250–$1,8002,330 mi · 5–9 days | $1,250–$1,7752,290 mi · 5–8 days | $1,300–$1,8752,510 mi · 6–9 days | $1,225–$1,7502,250 mi · 5–8 days |
| Roanoke | $1,200–$1,7252,150 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,7002,100 mi · 5–8 days | $1,250–$1,8002,330 mi · 5–9 days | $1,175–$1,6752,080 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
Virginia Beach to Phoenix, 2,400 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 | $1,275–$1,825 | $1,925–$2,750 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,425–$2,050 | $2,150–$3,075 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,600–$2,275 | $2,400–$3,425 |
| Pickup truck | $1,650–$2,375 | $2,475–$3,550 |
| Motorcycle | $775–$1,100 | $1,150–$1,650 |
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 Virginia to Arizona is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,550 Peak: about $1,675
About this route
Why so many cars go from Virginia to Arizona
About 4,219 people moved from Virginia to Arizona in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (4,441 in 2023, 3,996 in 2024). That is 1.6% of everyone who left Virginia for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 3,376 people a year move from Arizona back to Virginia — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,550, shipping from Virginia to Arizona costs more than sending a car to Colorado ($1,350) and Texas ($1,200) but less than to California ($1,700) and Washington ($1,725). 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
At roughly 2,400 road miles, Virginia Beach 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 5–9 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 Virginia and Arizona, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Virginia
28 companies based in Virginia: 26 carriers, 2 brokers, 107 trucks in total, 12 years in business on average.
- Prestige Auto Transport Mount Crawford · 28 trucks · since 2004 · USDOT 1306068
- Autova Auto Transport LLC Madison Hts · 7 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4122145
- Ata Centreville · 6 trucks · since 2012 · USDOT 2303078
- Cavalier Transport Inc Spotsylvania · 5 trucks · since 2018 · USDOT 3193540
- Helens Transportation LLC Frederickburg · 5 trucks · since 2008 · USDOT 1779934
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
Virginia 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 Virginia to Arizona?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,275–$1,825 from Virginia Beach to Phoenix (2,400 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,175–$1,900. An SUV costs about $1,425–$2,050, a pickup $1,650–$2,375, and an enclosed trailer $1,925–$2,750 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Virginia to Arizona?
Transit is usually 5–9 days after pickup for the 2,400-mile trip from Virginia Beach 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 Virginia 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 Virginia to Arizona?
Driving 2,400 miles takes about 5 days: roughly $310 in gas and 4 nights of hotels and meals (about $560). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,275–$1,825. Add wear on the car and 5 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Virginia to Arizona?
Our directory lists 28 companies based in Virginia and 41 based in Arizona, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.