Grand Rapids, MI → Bullhead City, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Grand Rapids to Bullhead City

About 1,927 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,500–$9,680, delivery in 5–10 days, 322 carriers on the Grand Rapids side and 10 in Bullhead City.

1,927 miroad distance
33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,500–$9,6802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Grand Rapids, Michigan
To: Bullhead City, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 1,927 miles (1,633 straight-line)
Drive time: 33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 322 (185 interstate)
Movers at destination: 10 (8 interstate)

Reverse: Bullhead City → Grand Rapids

Moving from Grand Rapids to Bullhead City is a cross-country move of roughly 1,927 road miles, heading west from Michigan to Arizona.

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 $6,500 to $9,680 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 33 hours (4 driving days).

On the Grand Rapids side there are 322 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (185 of them authorized for interstate work), and 10 around Bullhead City (8 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 Bullhead City.

Grand Rapids has a population of about 201,183 and Bullhead City about 42,000. Grand Rapids is considerably denser (4,440 people per square mile versus 696), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Grand Rapids to Bullhead City

Full-service estimate for 1,927 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,600	$3,170	$3,870
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,900	$4,760	$5,810
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,500	$7,930	$9,680
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,410	$12,690	$15,480
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,310	$17,450	$21,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,730–$3,850

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

Portable container

$2,740–$4,030

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

Full-service mover

$6,500–$9,680

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Grand Rapids (origin)

Sweet Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1128178
MC: 459522
Based in: Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 429 trucks, 325 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (616) 241-9200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mdv Spartannash LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2552754
Based in: Grand Rapids, MI 49518 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 278 trucks, 278 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (402) 999-2119 Verify on FMCSA

M C Van Kampen Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 169993
MC: 147601
Based in: Wyoming, MI 49548 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 196 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (616) 531-9931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spartannash

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gtl Truck Lines INC

USDOT: 238700
MC: 166314
Based in: Grand Rapids, MI 49518 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 187 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (616) 878-8589 Verify on FMCSA

Van Eerden Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 179734
MC: 150247
Based in: Byron Center, MI 49315 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 175 trucks, 193 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (616) 877-0192 Route Verify on FMCSA

Holland Special Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hsd Operations INC

USDOT: 2839570
MC: 950826
Based in: Hudsonville, MI 49426 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 172 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (616) 667-5100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Split Rock

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ever Fresh Farms Transportation INC

USDOT: 473115
MC: 251709
Based in: Grand Rapids, MI 49508 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 108 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (616) 530-0005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jvc Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1260191
MC: 492555
Based in: Byron Center, MI 49315 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 322 movers in Grand Rapids

Near Bullhead City (destination)

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

Tips for this move

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.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Grand Rapids to Bullhead City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,600 to $3,870 for a studio, $3,900 to $5,810 for a one-bedroom, $6,500 to $9,680 for a two-bedroom, $10,410 to $15,480 for a three-bedroom and $14,310 to $21,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bullhead City from Grand Rapids?

About 1,927 road miles (1,633 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Michigan 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 Grand Rapids to Bullhead City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,730 to $3,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,740 to $4,030. 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 Grand Rapids–Bullhead City corridor.