Bullhead City, AZ → Lake Havasu City, AZ · Short-haul move

Movers from Bullhead City to Lake Havasu City

About 54 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,290–$1,930, delivery in 1–2 days, 10 carriers on the Bullhead City side and 24 in Lake Havasu City.

54 miroad distance
1 h 38 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,290–$1,9302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bullhead City, Arizona
To: Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 54 miles (46 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 38 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Arizona)
Movers at origin: 10 (8 interstate)
Movers at destination: 24 (20 interstate)

Reverse: Lake Havasu City → Bullhead City

Moving from Bullhead City to Lake Havasu City is a short-haul move of roughly 54 road miles, heading south within Arizona.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 38 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,290 and $1,930, before packing or storage.

On the Bullhead City side there are 10 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (8 of them authorized for interstate work), and 24 around Lake Havasu City (20 interstate). For an in-state move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Lake Havasu City.

Bullhead City has a population of about 42,000 and Lake Havasu City about 58,000. Lake Havasu City is the denser city (1,233 people per square mile versus 696 in Bullhead City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Bullhead City to Lake Havasu City

Full-service estimate for 54 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$710	$870	$1,060
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$820	$1,000	$1,220
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,290	$1,580	$1,930
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,970	$2,410	$2,940
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,920	$3,560	$4,340

Rental truck (DIY)

$210–$290

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,070–$1,570

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$1,290–$1,930

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Moving companies for this route

Near Bullhead City (origin)

Laughlin Transit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 391422
MC: 227037
Based in: Laughlin, NV 89029 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 16 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (702) 298-2535 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aquarius Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3357187
MC: 1074413
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 788-8464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gary K

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gary Charles Koktavy

USDOT: 2966793
MC: 7899
Based in: Laughlin, NV 89029 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (702) 604-8291 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scm Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: So Cal Moving INC

USDOT: 671253
MC: 252719
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (951) 265-8806 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wise Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1628928
MC: 600936
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (928) 605-3384 Route Verify on FMCSA

Icon Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1211448
MC: 582980
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (480) 560-8996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clean Air Auto Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2797793
MC: 934167
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (951) 760-1970 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adam Cohen Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2201147
MC: 763813
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (661) 476-8276 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Lake Havasu City (destination)

Trinity Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trinity Land Development LLC

USDOT: 2426504
MC: 1240301
Based in: Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (928) 318-6565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Right Choice Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Harold Brown

USDOT: 1440772
MC: 860529
Based in: Lake Havasu, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (928) 706-5459 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saltwater Cowgirl Ranch Tack & Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2794253
MC: 991642
Based in: Lake Hauasu, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (407) 421-7334 Route Verify on FMCSA

Patel'S Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4251541
MC: 1648074
Based in: Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (760) 987-9803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Homeship Local And Long Distance Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nationwide Moving INC

USDOT: 3987204
MC: 1494675
Based in: Lk Havasu Cty, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (928) 352-2857 Route Verify on FMCSA

20 Minutes Away Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4393459
MC: 1723754
Based in: Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (702) 689-0620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Psst Logistics Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4403768
MC: 1729048
Based in: Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 705-4022 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Plus Tranport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jeremy Smullen

USDOT: 2488827
MC: 861807
Based in: Lake Havasu, AZ 86404 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (302) 887-0540 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 24 movers in Lake Havasu City

Tips for this move

Check Arizona intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Bullhead City and Lake Havasu City is billed one way or round trip.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bullhead City to Lake Havasu City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $710 to $1,060 for a studio, $820 to $1,220 for a one-bedroom, $1,290 to $1,930 for a two-bedroom, $1,970 to $2,940 for a three-bedroom and $2,920 to $4,340 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lake Havasu City from Bullhead City?

About 54 road miles (46 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 38 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Bullhead City and Lake Havasu City are in Arizona, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Bullhead City to Lake Havasu City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $210 to $290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,070 to $1,570. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Bullhead City–Lake Havasu City corridor.