Flagstaff, AZ → Rochester, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Flagstaff to Rochester

About 2,228 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,850–$11,680, delivery in 7–14 days, 18 carriers on the Flagstaff side and 306 in Rochester.

2,228 miroad distance
39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,850–$11,6802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Flagstaff, Arizona
To: Rochester, New York
Road distance: ≈ 2,228 miles (1,888 straight-line)
Drive time: 39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 18 (8 interstate)
Movers at destination: 306 (95 interstate)

Reverse: Rochester → Flagstaff

Moving from Flagstaff to Rochester is a cross-country move of roughly 2,228 road miles, heading northeast from Arizona to New York.

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 $7,850 to $11,680 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 39 hours (5 driving days).

On the Flagstaff side there are 18 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (8 of them authorized for interstate work), and 306 around Rochester (95 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 Rochester.

Flagstaff has a population of about 78,000 and Rochester about 206,108. Rochester is the denser city (5,903 people per square mile versus 1,164 in Flagstaff), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Flagstaff to Rochester

Full-service estimate for 2,228 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,140	$3,830	$4,670
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,710	$5,750	$7,010
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,850	$9,580	$11,680
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,570	$15,320	$18,700
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,280	$21,070	$25,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,040–$4,290

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

Portable container

$3,010–$4,420

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

Full-service mover

$7,850–$11,680

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Flagstaff (origin)

Flagstaff Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3315120
MC: 1053779
Based in: Flagstaff, AZ 86001 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 853-6515 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gatka Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3227741
MC: 1011370
Based in: Flagstaff, AZ 86001 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (740) 201-7174 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dunn Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2275705
MC: 775256
Based in: Flagstaff, AZ 86015 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (561) 614-7474 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haul N Water

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2641024
Based in: Bellemont, AZ 86015 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (928) 699-4902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Oak Creek Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 4460439
MC: 1758960
Based in: Flagstaff, AZ 86004 (19 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (928) 351-0286 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Tech Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 586645
MC: 342469
Based in: Flagstaff, AZ 86004 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (928) 527-3906 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jvs Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2633107
MC: 916598
Based in: Flagstaff, AZ 86004 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (702) 439-6926 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jp Transport

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3555307
MC: 1192122
Based in: Flagstaff, AZ 86004 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (702) 561-4473 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 18 movers in Flagstaff

Near Rochester (destination)

US Commercial Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1858362
MC: 663221
Based in: Rochester, NY 14621 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 301 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (585) 266-1404 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wegmans Food Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 185452
MC: 152450
Based in: Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 216 trucks, 387 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (585) 279-4312 Route Verify on FMCSA

Custom Courier Solutions INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1612855
Based in: Rochester, NY 14606 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (585) 568-1309 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargo Transit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2346265
MC: 802875
Based in: Rochester, NY 14626 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (585) 745-0216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Falcon Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2363517
MC: 810160
Based in: Rochester, NY 14613 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (585) 672-1496 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amj Home Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Amj Hd 23 INC

USDOT: 4058921
MC: 1539704
Based in: Rochester, NY 14623 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (905) 670-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sheridan Brothers Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1203584
MC: 489094
Based in: Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (585) 254-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Juan C Medina DBA Rogue Logistic

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roque Logistic INC

USDOT: 3428666
MC: 1110266
Based in: Rochester, NY 14616 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (201) 906-6164 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 306 movers in Rochester

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Rochester accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Flagstaff to Rochester?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,140 to $4,670 for a studio, $4,710 to $7,010 for a one-bedroom, $7,850 to $11,680 for a two-bedroom, $12,570 to $18,700 for a three-bedroom and $17,280 to $25,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rochester from Flagstaff?

About 2,228 road miles (1,888 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 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 Arizona into New York 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 Flagstaff to Rochester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,040 to $4,290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,010 to $4,420. 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 Flagstaff–Rochester corridor.