Lake Havasu City, AZ → Yuma, AZ · Regional long-distance move
About 162 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,210–$3,280, delivery in 1–2 days, 24 carriers on the Lake Havasu City side and 66 in Yuma.
Yuma sits about 162 miles south of Lake Havasu City, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $2,210 to $3,280 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 30 min.
On the Lake Havasu City side there are 24 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (20 of them authorized for interstate work), and 66 around Yuma (57 interstate). For an in-state 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 Yuma.
Lake Havasu City has a population of about 58,000 and Yuma about 105,227. Lake Havasu City is considerably denser (1,233 people per square mile versus 792), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,250 | $1,530 | $1,870 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,320 | $1,610 | $1,970 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,210 | $2,690 | $3,280 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,530 | $4,300 | $5,250 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $4,850 | $5,920 | $7,220 |
$320–$450
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,160–$1,710
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,210–$3,280
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
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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.
Legal name: Trinity Land Development LLC
Legal name: Harold Brown
Legal name: Nationwide Moving INC
Legal name: Jeremy Smullen
Legal name: San Luis International Freight Services LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,320 to $1,970 for a one-bedroom, $2,210 to $3,280 for a two-bedroom, $3,530 to $5,250 for a three-bedroom and $4,850 to $7,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 162 road miles (138 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 30 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.
No. Because both Lake Havasu City and Yuma are in Arizona, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $320 to $450 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,710. 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.
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 Lake Havasu City–Yuma corridor.