Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Phoenix, AZ
374 miles across a state line, from California into Arizona, so the federal interstate rules apply from the first quote.
Measured driving distance. Prices from our published model, not quotes.
In short
Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Phoenix, AZ covers 374 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $1,683 – $2,244 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 1 to 3 days. About 8,614 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
A short interstate haul: 374 miles, about 7 hours of driving. Long enough to be priced on weight, short enough that most carriers run it on a dedicated truck rather than pooling your goods with other shipments — a two-bedroom home typically runs $1,683 – $2,244. That means a tight delivery date and far less handling.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 7 hours
- Usually moves on
- a dedicated truck
- Book ahead
- 2 to 4 weeks
Cost of moving from Los Angeles to Phoenix
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,262 – $1,683 | $909 – $1,212 | $606 – $808 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,515 – $2,020 | $1,091 – $1,454 | $727 – $969 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,683 – $2,244 | $1,212 – $1,616 | $808 – $1,077 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,935 – $2,581 | $1,394 – $1,858 | $929 – $1,239 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,188 – $2,917 | $1,575 – $2,100 | $1,050 – $1,400 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $2,525 – $3,366 | $1,818 – $2,424 | $1,212 – $1,616 |
Transport only, for 374 miles, from our published model: distance × home-size factor × service rate, shown as −10% to +20% around the base figure. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items sit on top. How we price it.
Worked example: a two-bedroom home, Los Angeles to Phoenix
374 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $1,870. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $1,683 to $2,244, transport only. Every parameter is on the methodology page; moving cost per mile explains why the rate falls with distance.
How many people move from Los Angeles to Phoenix
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 8,614 people a year (±1,297) moved from Los Angeles County, CA, home to Los Angeles, to Maricopa County, AZ, home to Phoenix. Going the other way: about 2,891 people a year (±555). Movers from Los Angeles County make up 4.5% of the 189,397 people a year who moved into Maricopa County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 52,383 people a year (±6,890) moving from California to Arizona and about 28,174 people a year (±4,463) from Arizona to California — a net gain for Arizona of about 24,209 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Orange County, CA | 38,761 ±2,562 |
| San Bernardino County, CA | 34,920 ±2,839 |
| Riverside County, CA | 23,292 ±2,434 |
| Clark County, NV | 12,873 ±1,782 |
| Kern County, CA | 10,503 ±1,253 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Pinal County, AZ | 11,423 ±1,245 |
| Los Angeles County, CA | 8,614 ±1,297 |
| Pima County, AZ | 6,565 ±949 |
| San Diego County, CA | 5,206 ±1,126 |
| Coconino County, AZ | 5,198 ±805 |
Licensed movers at each end
163 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Los Angeles (524 counting those licensed only inside California). 106 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 12.9% of their 738 vehicle inspections ended with a truck put out of service. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Move Happy AcmeUSDOT 3136064 | Los Angeles · 2 mi | 31 trucks | 61 | 20.5% of 39 |
| Best California MoversUSDOT 3489907 | North Hollywood · 14 mi | 22 trucks | 91 | 1.4% of 70 |
| Wetzel & Sons Moving & Storage IncUSDOT 2275944 | Pacoima · 17 mi | 17 trucks | 9 | 0.0% of 7 |
| Altar Boys MovingUSDOT 2824890 | Pacoima · 17 mi | 15 trucks | 63 | 9.1% of 33 |
| Pro Movers IncUSDOT 2211293 | Anaheim · 26 mi | 13 trucks | 4 | 0.0% of 2 |
| Lucky Transportation CompanyUSDOT 586392 | City Industry · 20 mi | 12 trucks | 21 | 0.0% of 14 |
How these figures are calculated
At the Phoenix end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Phoenix: Dircks Moving & Logistics (Phoenix, 24 trucks), Muscular Moving Men LLC (Phoenix, 22 trucks), Camelback Moving Inc (Phoenix, 20 trucks), M&S Trucking and Moving LLC (Phoenix, 20 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from California into Arizona, 49 CFR Part 375 applies: a written estimate before loading, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, and full-value protection unless you choose released value in writing. See binding vs non-binding estimates and valuation explained.
Before you book Los Angeles to Phoenix
Ask whether it is hourly or flat
At 374 miles some carriers still quote hourly plus mileage rather than by weight. Get both numbers so you can compare like with like — hourly can win on a short haul with easy access at both ends.
Confirm it is a one-day run
Most carriers cover this distance in a single day, which avoids an overnight charge and a second crew. If a quote assumes two days, ask why.
Arriving in Phoenix
A local move inside Phoenix later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $515 – $845 for a two-bedroom home and $867 – $1,560 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Phoenix are Scottsdale (about 11 mi), Tempe (about 11 mi), Mesa (about 17 mi).
Other routes from Los Angeles
All routes from Los Angeles, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Oxnard, CA | ~65 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Los Angeles to Bakersfield, CA | ~117 mi | $527 – $702 |
| Los Angeles to San Diego, CA | 126 mi | $567 – $756 |
| Los Angeles to Las Vegas, NV | 271 mi | $1,220 – $1,626 |
| Los Angeles to Modesto, CA | ~340 mi | $1,530 – $2,040 |
| Los Angeles to San Francisco, CA | 383 mi | $1,724 – $2,298 |
| Los Angeles to Saint George, UT | ~391 mi | $1,760 – $2,346 |
| Los Angeles to Roseville, CA | ~429 mi | $1,931 – $2,574 |
Also moving to Phoenix: from Tucson, AZ, from Saint George, UT, from Moreno Valley, CA, from Las Vegas, NV.
Los Angeles to Phoenix moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Los Angeles to Phoenix?
From our published model, full-service movers over 374 miles cost about $1,262 – $1,683 for a studio, $1,683 – $2,244 for a two-bedroom home and $1,935 – $2,581 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Los Angeles to Phoenix take?
The drive is about 7 hours, but the move usually takes 1 to 3 days because it moves on a dedicated truck, because the corridor is too short to be worth consolidating. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 2 to 4 weeks, 4 to 6 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Los Angeles to Phoenix?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $808 – $1,077 for a two-bedroom home, against $1,683 – $2,244 with full-service movers; a moving container is $1,212 – $1,616.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Los Angeles to Phoenix?
Yes. Los Angeles is in California and Phoenix is in Arizona, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 163 listed movers within 30 miles of Los Angeles hold it.
How many people move from Los Angeles to Phoenix each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 8,614 people a year (margin of error ±1,297) moved from Los Angeles County, which contains Los Angeles, to Maricopa County, which contains Phoenix.
Sources for this page
The published cost model; US Census Bureau ACS migration flows (± is the 90% margin of error); the FMCSA Motor Carrier Census and Safety Measurement System; 49 CFR Part 375. Data last refreshed September 24, 2026.