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Lexington, KY → Peoria, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Lexington to Peoria

About 1,864 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,240–$9,290, delivery in 5–10 days, 189 carriers on the Lexington side and 392 in Peoria.

  • 1,864 miroad distance
  • 32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,240–$9,2902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,864 miles (1,580 straight-line)
Drive time
32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
189 (71 interstate)
Movers at destination
392 (187 interstate)

Reverse: Peoria → Lexington

Peoria sits about 1,864 miles west of Lexington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Kentucky 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 $6,240 to $9,290 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 32 hours (4 driving days).

On the Lexington side there are 189 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (71 of them authorized for interstate work), and 392 around Peoria (187 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 Peoria.

Lexington has a population of about 329,751 and Peoria about 200,881. The two cities have comparable density (1,137 and 1,085 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Arizona is a higher-cost state than Kentucky, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lexington to Peoria

Full-service estimate for 1,864 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,500 $3,050 $3,720
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,750 $4,570 $5,570
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,240 $7,620 $9,290
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,990 $12,180 $14,860
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,740 $16,750 $20,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,670–$3,760

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

Portable container

$2,680–$3,950

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

Full-service mover

$6,240–$9,290

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Lexington, KY → Peoria, AZ. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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.

Moving companies for this route

Near Lexington (origin)

Phoenix Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
554279
MC
273095
Based in
Georgetown, KY 40324 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
68 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (502) 863-0108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vascor LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
949444
MC
213549
Based in
Georgetown, KY 40324 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
27 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (502) 570-2020 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wildcat Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kentucky Logistics LLC

USDOT
3406146
MC
1097235
Based in
Lexington, KY 40505 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (859) 336-1599 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elkchester Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1106494
MC
403461
Based in
Lexington, KY 40508 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (859) 254-2385 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fedtrans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1200180
MC
507251
Based in
Nicholasville, KY 40356 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (916) 904-2378 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Lexington Kentucky

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Black Dragon 1 LLC

USDOT
4051348
MC
1535271
Based in
Lexington, KY 40504 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (859) 554-4616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vincent Fister INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
63040
MC
126987
Based in
Lexington, KY 40509 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (859) 266-2153 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firefighters Move U

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Firefighters Move U Ky

USDOT
3413143
MC
1649036
Based in
Nicholasville, KY 40356 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (859) 492-8067 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 189 movers in Lexington

Near Peoria (destination)

Knight Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
428823
MC
227271
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3,200 trucks, 3,200 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (623) 907-7231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coyoaz Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3408204
MC
1098226
Based in
Anthem, AZ 85086 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
63 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (602) 568-0708 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

Arizona Star Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1440220
MC
544203
Based in
Surprise, AZ 85379 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (602) 800-8001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Wheel Trans Interstate LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2183121
MC
757997
Based in
Glendale, AZ 85308 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (623) 931-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ctx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ctx LLC

USDOT
3510559
MC
1161846
Based in
Peoria, AZ 85382 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (602) 451-2737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Farmers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3553372
MC
1190836
Based in
Surprise, AZ 85379 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (772) 777-0226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Team Six

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Moving Team Six LLC

USDOT
2315604
MC
101725
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (480) 848-1872 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 392 movers in Peoria

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lexington to Peoria?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,500 to $3,720 for a studio, $3,750 to $5,570 for a one-bedroom, $6,240 to $9,290 for a two-bedroom, $9,990 to $14,860 for a three-bedroom and $13,740 to $20,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Peoria from Lexington?

About 1,864 road miles (1,580 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 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 Kentucky 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 Lexington to Peoria?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,670 to $3,760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,680 to $3,950. 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 Lexington–Peoria corridor.