Route guide · WI → AZ
Shipping a car from Wisconsin to Arizona
Shipping a running sedan from Milwaukee to Phoenix costs about $1,075–$1,550 on an open carrier and $1,625–$2,300 in an enclosed trailer, with 4–7 days in transit. It ranks #165 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,325
- Road miles
- 1,720
- Days in transit
- 4–7
- People moving a year
- 4.5K
- Companies at both ends
- 56
City to city
What it costs between Wisconsin and Arizona cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay and Eau Claire and Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff — 1,480 to 1,940 road miles apart.
| From | Phoenix | Tucson | Yuma | Flagstaff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $1,075–$1,5501,720 mi · 4–7 days | $1,075–$1,5501,720 mi · 4–7 days | $1,125–$1,6001,900 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,5001,620 mi · 4–6 days |
| Madison | $1,050–$1,5001,640 mi · 4–6 days | $1,050–$1,5001,640 mi · 4–6 days | $1,100–$1,5751,820 mi · 4–7 days | $1,025–$1,4751,540 mi · 4–6 days |
| Green Bay | $1,075–$1,5501,760 mi · 4–7 days | $1,100–$1,5501,770 mi · 4–7 days | $1,125–$1,6251,940 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,5251,660 mi · 4–7 days |
| Eau Claire | $1,050–$1,4751,580 mi · 4–6 days | $1,050–$1,5001,600 mi · 4–6 days | $1,100–$1,5501,770 mi · 4–7 days | $1,000–$1,4501,480 mi · 3–6 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
Milwaukee to Phoenix, 1,720 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 | $1,075–$1,550 | $1,625–$2,300 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,200–$1,725 | $1,800–$2,575 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,350–$1,925 | $2,025–$2,875 |
| Pickup truck | $1,400–$2,000 | $2,100–$3,000 |
| Motorcycle | $650–$925 | $975–$1,375 |
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 Wisconsin to Arizona is March–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
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- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,300 Peak: about $1,425
About this route
Why so many cars go from Wisconsin to Arizona
About 4,517 people moved from Wisconsin to Arizona in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (4,015 in 2023, 5,018 in 2024). That is 4.3% of everyone who left Wisconsin for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 3,230 people a year move from Arizona back to Wisconsin — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,300, shipping from Wisconsin to Arizona is among the most expensive routes out of Wisconsin; Florida ($1,225) and Texas ($1,050) cost less. That works out to about 76¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
Milwaukee to Phoenix is about 1,720 road miles, or 4–7 days on a car carrier. Most of the wait is before pickup, while the driver fills the trailer. 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.
- Winter storms in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin and Arizona, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Wisconsin
15 companies based in Wisconsin: 15 carriers, 4 brokers, 536 trucks in total, 18 years in business on average.
- Auto Truck Transport USA LLC Pleasant Priaire · 420 trucks · since 1988 · USDOT 317106
- Unimark Truck Transport LLC Pleasant Prairie · 66 trucks · since 2002 · USDOT 1065561
- Riverview Auto Transport Partners LLC Manitowoc · 8 trucks · since 1994 · USDOT 568605
- Unimark Transportation Services Inc Pleasant Priaire · 8 trucks · since 2004 · USDOT 1208224
- Roadside Auto & Truck Transport Inc Pleasant Prairie · 7 trucks · since 1996 · USDOT 664041
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
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin to Arizona?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,075–$1,550 from Milwaukee to Phoenix (1,720 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,000–$1,625. An SUV costs about $1,200–$1,725, a pickup $1,400–$2,000, and an enclosed trailer $1,625–$2,300 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Wisconsin to Arizona?
Transit is usually 4–7 days after pickup for the 1,720-mile trip from Milwaukee 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin to Arizona?
Driving 1,720 miles takes about 4 days: roughly $220 in gas and 3 nights of hotels and meals (about $420). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,075–$1,550. Add wear on the car and 4 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Wisconsin to Arizona?
Our directory lists 15 companies based in Wisconsin and 41 based in Arizona, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.