Philadelphia, PA → Yuma, AZ · Cross-country move
About 2,638 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,740–$11,510, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,658 carriers on the Philadelphia side and 66 in Yuma.
Moving from Philadelphia to Yuma is a cross-country move of roughly 2,638 road miles, heading west from Pennsylvania 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 $7,740 to $11,510 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 46 hours (6 driving days).
On the Philadelphia side there are 1,658 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,138 of them authorized for interstate work), and 66 around Yuma (57 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 Yuma.
Philadelphia has a population of about 1.6 million and Yuma about 105,227. Philadelphia is considerably denser (11,933 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 | $3,090 | $3,770 | $4,600 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,640 | $5,660 | $6,910 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $7,740 | $9,430 | $11,510 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $12,380 | $15,090 | $18,420 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $17,020 | $20,750 | $25,320 |
$3,610–$5,100
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,370–$4,960
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$7,740–$11,510
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: Finster Courier Incorporated
Legal name: Dream Transportation LLC
Legal name: San Luis International Freight Services LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,090 to $4,600 for a studio, $4,640 to $6,910 for a one-bedroom, $7,740 to $11,510 for a two-bedroom, $12,380 to $18,420 for a three-bedroom and $17,020 to $25,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 2,638 road miles (2,235 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 46 hours (6 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from Pennsylvania 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,610 to $5,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,370 to $4,960. 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 Philadelphia–Yuma corridor.