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Dover, DE → Scottsdale, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Dover to Scottsdale

About 2,409 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,480–$11,130, delivery in 7–14 days, 143 carriers on the Dover side and 431 in Scottsdale.

  • 2,409 miroad distance
  • 42 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $7,480–$11,1302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,409 miles (2,041 straight-line)
Drive time
42 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
143 (103 interstate)
Movers at destination
431 (174 interstate)

Reverse: Scottsdale → Dover

Scottsdale sits about 2,409 miles west of Dover, which makes this an interstate relocation from Delaware to Arizona that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $7,480 to $11,130 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 42 hours (5 driving days).

On the Dover side there are 143 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (103 of them authorized for interstate work), and 431 around Scottsdale (174 interstate). For an interstate 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.

Dover has a population of about 40,000 and Scottsdale about 243,006. The two cities have comparable density (1,654 and 1,312 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Dover to Scottsdale

Full-service estimate for 2,409 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,990 $3,650 $4,450
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,490 $5,470 $6,680
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,480 $9,120 $11,130
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,970 $14,600 $17,810
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $16,460 $20,070 $24,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,380–$4,770

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

Portable container

$3,170–$4,660

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

Full-service mover

$7,480–$11,130

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Dover, DE → Scottsdale, AZ. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Dover (origin)

Em Way INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1934741
MC
690698
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (302) 450-3272 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tri-Coast Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1510668
MC
566208
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (713) 451-8884 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jkb Corp

USDOT
2546977
MC
886752
Based in
Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (302) 734-5017 Route Verify on FMCSA

Collett & Son Welding INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
872818
MC
903323
Based in
Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (302) 376-1830 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mom Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3876998
MC
1421184
Based in
Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (302) 264-0450 Route Verify on FMCSA

Benjamin Mast

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4262251
MC
1653912
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (302) 632-7389 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3100720
MC
77314
Based in
Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (609) 816-6185 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Gill USA Corporation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3621695
MC
1237363
Based in
Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (610) 477-5003 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 143 movers in Dover

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

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Dover to Scottsdale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,990 to $4,450 for a studio, $4,490 to $6,680 for a one-bedroom, $7,480 to $11,130 for a two-bedroom, $11,970 to $17,810 for a three-bedroom and $16,460 to $24,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Scottsdale from Dover?

About 2,409 road miles (2,041 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 42 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Delaware into Arizona makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Dover to Scottsdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,380 to $4,770 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,170 to $4,660. 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 Dover–Scottsdale corridor.