Las Cruces, NM

Phoenix, AZ → Las Cruces, NM · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Phoenix to Las Cruces

About 377 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,880–$4,280, delivery in 1–3 days, 1,433 carriers on the Phoenix side and 27 in Las Cruces.

  • 377 miroad distance
  • 7 h 12 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,880–$4,2802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 377 miles (319 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 12 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,433 (623 interstate)
Movers at destination
27 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Las Cruces → Phoenix

Moving from Phoenix to Las Cruces is a regional long-distance move of roughly 377 road miles, heading east from Arizona to New Mexico.

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 $2,880 to $4,280 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 12 min.

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 27 around Las Cruces (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 Las Cruces.

Phoenix has a population of about 1.7 million and Las Cruces about 116,978. Phoenix is considerably denser (3,105 people per square mile versus 1,448), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in New Mexico 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 Las Cruces

Full-service estimate for 377 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,730 $2,110 $2,570
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,880 $3,510 $4,280
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,610 $5,620 $6,860
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,340 $7,730 $9,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$540–$760

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

Portable container

$1,360–$1,990

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

Full-service mover

$2,880–$4,280

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 Las Cruces (destination)

Mesilla Valley Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
270179
MC
186190
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88007 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,650 trucks, 2,033 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

G Sandoval Construction INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1191115
MC
1058687
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

To Be Determined - Tbd

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4524673
MC
1793226
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
9 trucks
USDOT registered
2026

D K E LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1590985
MC
588762
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88005 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Ready Set Go Moving & Van Lines

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2573469
MC
899783
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Voyage Moving LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2902870
MC
20175
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Delgado'S Trucking

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1258541
Based in
Mesilla Park, NM 88047 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Mtrk Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4396881
MC
1731489
Based in
Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

All 27 movers in Las Cruces

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Phoenix to Las Cruces?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,730 to $2,570 for a one-bedroom, $2,880 to $4,280 for a two-bedroom, $4,610 to $6,860 for a three-bedroom and $6,340 to $9,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Las Cruces from Phoenix?

About 377 road miles (319 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 12 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 New Mexico 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 Las Cruces?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $540 to $760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,360 to $1,990. 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–Las Cruces corridor.