Frederick, MD → Lake Havasu City, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Frederick to Lake Havasu City

About 2,420 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,750–$11,540, delivery in 7–14 days, 300 carriers on the Frederick side and 24 in Lake Havasu City.

2,420 miroad distance
42 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,750–$11,5402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Frederick, Maryland
To: Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 2,420 miles (2,051 straight-line)
Drive time: 42 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 300 (201 interstate)
Movers at destination: 24 (20 interstate)

Reverse: Lake Havasu City → Frederick

The route from Frederick, MD to Lake Havasu City, AZ covers roughly 2,420 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $7,750 to $11,540 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 Frederick side there are 300 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (201 of them authorized for interstate work), and 24 around Lake Havasu City (20 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 Lake Havasu City.

Frederick has a population of about 85,000 and Lake Havasu City about 58,000. Frederick is considerably denser (3,262 people per square mile versus 1,233), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Arizona than in Maryland, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Frederick to Lake Havasu City

Full-service estimate for 2,420 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,100	$3,780	$4,610
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,650	$5,670	$6,920
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,750	$9,460	$11,540
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,410	$15,130	$18,460
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,060	$20,800	$25,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,390–$4,780

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

Portable container

$3,180–$4,680

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

Full-service mover

$7,750–$11,540

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Frederick (origin)

Mint Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2779557
MC: 936752
Based in: Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (443) 836-5232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Service Master

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Vintage Cleaning Corp INC

USDOT: 1022130
MC: 664497
Based in: Frederick, MD 21704 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (301) 972-9100 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&m Truck Repair INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1063127
MC: 915561
Based in: Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (301) 668-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stambaugh Pole Buildings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Holler Contracting

USDOT: 1500152
MC: 1089742
Based in: Mount Airy, MD 21771 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (301) 898-8780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramar Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 441070
MC: 241863
Based in: Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (301) 694-3366 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ramar Transportation & Logistics Group

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1131819
MC: 460859
Based in: Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (301) 620-1609 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jh Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8211973
MC: 88161384
Based in: New Market, MD 21774 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (240) 888-4905 Route Verify on FMCSA

T Cassidy Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4229009
MC: 1635825
Based in: Frederick, MD 21701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (443) 742-9459 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 300 movers in Frederick

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

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.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,100 to $4,610 for a studio, $4,650 to $6,920 for a one-bedroom, $7,750 to $11,540 for a two-bedroom, $12,410 to $18,460 for a three-bedroom and $17,060 to $25,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lake Havasu City from Frederick?

About 2,420 road miles (2,051 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 Maryland 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 Frederick to Lake Havasu City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,390 to $4,780 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,180 to $4,680. 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 Frederick–Lake Havasu City corridor.