Huntington, WV

Phoenix, AZ → Huntington, WV · Cross-country move

Movers from Phoenix to Huntington

About 1,987 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,370–$9,470, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,433 carriers on the Phoenix side and 35 in Huntington.

  • 1,987 miroad distance
  • 34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,370–$9,4702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,987 miles (1,684 straight-line)
Drive time
34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,433 (623 interstate)
Movers at destination
35 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Huntington → Phoenix

Huntington sits about 1,987 miles east of Phoenix, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to West Virginia 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 $6,370 to $9,470 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 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Phoenix side there are 1,433 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (623 of them authorized for interstate work), and 35 around Huntington (21 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 Huntington.

Phoenix has a population of about 1.7 million and Huntington about 45,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,105 and 2,888 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in West Virginia than in Arizona, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Phoenix to Huntington

Full-service estimate for 1,987 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,550 $3,110 $3,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,820 $4,660 $5,680
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,370 $7,760 $9,470
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,190 $12,420 $15,160
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,010 $17,080 $20,840

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,790–$3,940

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

Portable container

$2,790–$4,110

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

Full-service mover

$6,370–$9,470

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Phoenix (origin)

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

Polydance The Production

Interstate carrier
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

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

Southwest Industrial Rigging

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

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

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

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

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

All 1,433 movers in Phoenix

Near Huntington (destination)

Reyburn'S Auto Service INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
447347
MC
288128
Based in
Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

McGee Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2549718
MC
888099
Based in
Barboursville, WV 25504 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Move Rite Transfer & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
63078
MC
29666
Based in
Ashland, KY 41101 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Dragon Shop

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1439738
Based in
Huntington, WV 25703 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Watts Brothers Moving And Storage Systems

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
587135
MC
240681
Based in
Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Chesapeake Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1338118
MC
516102
Based in
Chesapeake, OH 45619 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Move Time Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3741195
MC
1324436
Based in
Huntington, WV 25704 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Sab Shippers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4260306
MC
1652790
Based in
Wayne, WV 25570 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 35 movers in Huntington

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,550 to $3,790 for a studio, $3,820 to $5,680 for a one-bedroom, $6,370 to $9,470 for a two-bedroom, $10,190 to $15,160 for a three-bedroom and $14,010 to $20,840 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Huntington from Phoenix?

About 1,987 road miles (1,684 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 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 Arizona into West Virginia 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 Phoenix to Huntington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,790 to $3,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,790 to $4,110. 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 Phoenix–Huntington corridor.