Frederick, MD → Phoenix, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Frederick to Phoenix

About 2,307 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,570–$11,260, delivery in 7–14 days, 300 carriers on the Frederick side and 1,433 in Phoenix.

2,307 miroad distance
40 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,570–$11,2602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Frederick, Maryland
To: Phoenix, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 2,307 miles (1,955 straight-line)
Drive time: 40 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 300 (201 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,433 (623 interstate)

Reverse: Phoenix → Frederick

Phoenix sits about 2,307 miles west of Frederick, which makes this an interstate relocation from Maryland 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 $7,570 to $11,260 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 40 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 1,433 around Phoenix (623 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 Phoenix.

Frederick has a population of about 85,000 and Phoenix about 1.7 million. The two cities have comparable density (3,262 and 3,105 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Phoenix

Full-service estimate for 2,307 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,030	$3,690	$4,500
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,540	$5,540	$6,750
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,570	$9,230	$11,260
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,100	$14,760	$18,010
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,640	$20,300	$24,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,270–$4,620

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

Portable container

$3,080–$4,530

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

Full-service mover

$7,570–$11,260

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 Phoenix (destination)

Knight Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 428823
MC: 227271
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85027 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3,200 trucks, 3,200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (623) 907-7231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Polydance The Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Samuel Bello Jr

USDOT: 4231291
MC: 1637048
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85035 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,000 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (661) 776-5982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swift Transportation Company Of Arizona LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 54283
MC: 136818
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85043 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12,940 trucks, 12,883 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 800-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southwest Industrial Rigging

Licensed interstate

Legal name: H K B INC

USDOT: 902604
MC: 162691
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85041 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 151 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (602) 256-7161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Updike Distribution Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1788508
MC: 651505
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85043 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (602) 682-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shippers Preferred Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1119424
MC: 473382
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85009 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 112 trucks, 114 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (602) 278-6004 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burst Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3384102
MC: 1087004
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85034 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 81 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (480) 306-6447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harriem LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1580995
MC: 687455
Based in: El Mirage, AZ 85335 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 41 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (623) 500-2393 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,433 movers in Phoenix

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Frederick to Phoenix?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,030 to $4,500 for a studio, $4,540 to $6,750 for a one-bedroom, $7,570 to $11,260 for a two-bedroom, $12,100 to $18,010 for a three-bedroom and $16,640 to $24,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Phoenix from Frederick?

About 2,307 road miles (1,955 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 40 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 Phoenix?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,270 to $4,620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,080 to $4,530. 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–Phoenix corridor.