Bullhead City, AZ → Scottsdale, AZ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Bullhead City to Scottsdale

About 216 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,400–$3,580, delivery in 1–2 days, 10 carriers on the Bullhead City side and 431 in Scottsdale.

216 miroad distance
4 h 25 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,400–$3,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bullhead City, Arizona
To: Scottsdale, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 216 miles (183 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 25 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Arizona)
Movers at origin: 10 (8 interstate)
Movers at destination: 431 (174 interstate)

Reverse: Scottsdale → Bullhead City

The route from Bullhead City, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ covers roughly 216 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $2,400 to $3,580 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 25 min.

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 431 around Scottsdale (174 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 Scottsdale.

Bullhead City has a population of about 42,000 and Scottsdale about 243,006. Scottsdale is the denser city (1,312 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 Scottsdale

Full-service estimate for 216 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,250	$1,530	$1,870
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,440	$1,760	$2,150
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,400	$2,930	$3,580
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,850	$4,690	$5,730
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,290	$6,450	$7,870

Rental truck (DIY)

$370–$520

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

Portable container

$1,210–$1,780

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

Full-service mover

$2,400–$3,580

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

All 10 movers in Bullhead City

Near Scottsdale (destination)

Knight Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 428823
MC: 227271
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3,200 trucks, 3,200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (623) 907-7231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lime Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3308648
MC: 1050951
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85262 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (480) 695-1420 Route Verify on FMCSA

Muscular Moving Men LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1829172
MC: 691493
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85050 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (602) 550-3311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rr Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3587969
MC: 1226450
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (310) 803-3994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circle H Intermodal Limited Partnership

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2539572
MC: 883427
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (702) 901-9494 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brenke Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2357390
MC: 807595
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (602) 675-3375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Az 615 Movers LLC

USDOT: 4477696
MC: 1768018
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (480) 991-1805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Team Six

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Moving Team Six LLC

USDOT: 2315604
MC: 101725
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (480) 848-1872 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 431 movers in Scottsdale

Tips for this move

Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Bullhead City–Scottsdale corridor.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bullhead City to Scottsdale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,440 to $2,150 for a one-bedroom, $2,400 to $3,580 for a two-bedroom, $3,850 to $5,730 for a three-bedroom and $5,290 to $7,870 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Scottsdale from Bullhead City?

About 216 road miles (183 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 25 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

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

No. Because both Bullhead City and Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $370 to $520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,210 to $1,780. 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–Scottsdale corridor.