Route guide · WA → AZ
Shipping a car from Washington to Arizona
Shipping a running sedan from Seattle to Phoenix costs about $975–$1,375 on an open carrier and $1,450–$2,050 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–5 days in transit. It ranks #53 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,175
- Road miles
- 1,310
- Days in transit
- 3–5
- People moving a year
- 15.2K
- Companies at both ends
- 77
City to city
What it costs between Washington and Arizona cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Seattle, Spokane, Vancouver and Yakima and Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff — 1,080 to 1,450 road miles apart.
| From | Phoenix | Tucson | Yuma | Flagstaff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $975–$1,3751,310 mi · 3–5 days | $1,000–$1,4251,450 mi · 3–6 days | $975–$1,3751,320 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,210 mi · 3–5 days |
| Spokane | $925–$1,3251,200 mi · 3–5 days | $975–$1,3751,330 mi · 3–6 days | $950–$1,3501,250 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,080 mi · 3–5 days |
| Vancouver | $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days | $975–$1,3751,320 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,090 mi · 3–5 days |
| Yakima | $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days | $975–$1,3751,320 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,210 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,080 mi · 3–5 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
Seattle to Phoenix, 1,310 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 | $975–$1,375 | $1,450–$2,050 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,075–$1,550 | $1,625–$2,300 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,200–$1,725 | $1,800–$2,575 |
| Pickup truck | $1,250–$1,775 | $1,875–$2,675 |
| Motorcycle | $575–$825 | $875–$1,225 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in December (the holidays and winter weather up north), running about 10% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Washington to Arizona is March–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,175 Peak: about $1,275
About this route
Why so many cars go from Washington to Arizona
About 15,223 people moved from Washington to Arizona in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (12,844 in 2023, 17,601 in 2024). That is 7.3% of everyone who left Washington for another state, making Arizona its #5 destination.
Far fewer people make the reverse move — about 9,656 a year from Arizona to Washington. Carriers bound for Arizona rarely run empty, which keeps pickups quick but prices firm.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,175, shipping from Washington to Arizona costs more than sending a car to Colorado ($1,125) and California ($1,100) but less than to Minnesota ($1,275) and Texas ($1,400). That works out to about 90¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Seattle to Phoenix is about 1,310 road miles, or 3–5 days on a car carrier. Most of the wait is before pickup, while the driver fills the trailer. The car heads south-southeast and crosses one time zone — from Pacific to Mountain time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
On the road
- Winter storms in Washington can slow pickups and deliveries in December through February — leave slack in your schedule.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Washington and Arizona, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Washington
36 companies based in Washington: 36 carriers, 0 brokers, 237 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Diesel Auto Express Vancouver · 97 trucks · since 2009 · USDOT 1885300
- DC Trucking Enumclaw · 30 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 3001374
- U Save Auto Transport LLC Moxee · 8 trucks · since 2007 · USDOT 1625792
- DC Auto Carrier LLC Bonney Lake · 7 trucks · since 2022 · USDOT 3871099
- Advanced Auto Transport LLC Kelso · 6 trucks · since 2016 · USDOT 2943372
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
Washington 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 Washington to Arizona?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $975–$1,375 from Seattle to Phoenix (1,310 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $875–$1,425. An SUV costs about $1,075–$1,550, a pickup $1,250–$1,775, and an enclosed trailer $1,450–$2,050 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Washington to Arizona?
Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,310-mile trip from Seattle 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 Washington to Arizona?
March–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 10% 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 Washington to Arizona?
Driving 1,310 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $170 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $975–$1,375. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Washington to Arizona?
Our directory lists 36 companies based in Washington and 41 based in Arizona, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.