Prescott, AZ → Manchester, NH · Cross-country move

Movers from Prescott to Manchester

About 2,666 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,090–$12,030, delivery in 7–14 days, 32 carriers on the Prescott side and 57 in Manchester.

2,666 miroad distance
46 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,090–$12,0302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Prescott, Arizona
To: Manchester, New Hampshire
Road distance: ≈ 2,666 miles (2,259 straight-line)
Drive time: 46 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 32 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination: 57 (44 interstate)

Reverse: Manchester → Prescott

The route from Prescott, AZ to Manchester, NH covers roughly 2,666 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $8,090 to $12,030 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 Prescott side there are 32 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (13 of them authorized for interstate work), and 57 around Manchester (44 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 Manchester.

Prescott has a population of about 47,000 and Manchester about 116,818. Manchester is the denser city (3,494 people per square mile versus 931 in Prescott), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New Hampshire levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Prescott to Manchester

Full-service estimate for 2,666 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,240	$3,950	$4,810
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,850	$5,920	$7,220
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,090	$9,860	$12,030
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,940	$15,780	$19,260
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,800	$21,700	$26,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,640–$5,140

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

Portable container

$3,400–$5,000

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

Full-service mover

$8,090–$12,030

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.

Moving companies for this route

Near Prescott (origin)

Bunker Sawmill LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 687189
MC: 319210
Based in: Chino Valley, AZ 86323 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (928) 445-2374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Overall Moving Az

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4322387
MC: 1686812
Based in: Chino Valley, AZ 86323 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (928) 277-5822 Route Verify on FMCSA

Movingon LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3244801
MC: 1130380
Based in: Prescott, AZ 86301 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 910-6235 Route Verify on FMCSA

Run And See Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Run And See Moving Assistants LLC

USDOT: 3310584
MC: 1051514
Based in: Prescott, AZ 86303 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 848-5561 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cts

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Central Trucking Services LLC

USDOT: 3338136
MC: 1064964
Based in: Prescott, AZ 86303 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (626) 557-5934 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moore Reliable Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 9230429
MC: 56867896
Based in: Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (480) 768-8824 Route Verify on FMCSA

McWhites North American

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: McWhites Transfer INC

USDOT: 533395
Based in: Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (928) 772-9854 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frank & Jesse James Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Bianconi Properties LLC

USDOT: 1900966
Based in: Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (928) 445-5688 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 32 movers in Prescott

Near Manchester (destination)

Prime Source Foods

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Poultry Products Company Of New England LLC

USDOT: 106078
MC: 213558
Based in: Londonderry, NH 03053 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 62 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 263-1668 Route Verify on FMCSA

4-Star Bulk Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 467589
MC: 210062
Based in: Raymond, NH 03077 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 792-6571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Law Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Law Motor Freight INC

USDOT: 86153
MC: 36144
Based in: Merrimack, NH 03054 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 686-3591 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trend Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trend Moving LLC

USDOT: 3092893
MC: 1027437
Based in: Londonderry, NH 03053 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (855) 509-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray The Mover

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mii Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 2724757
MC: 922878
Based in: Manchester, NH 03109 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (603) 669-7170 Route Verify on FMCSA

Louis P Cote INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 86271
MC: 82109
Based in: Goffstown, NH 03045 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 623-1533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Landscape Supply

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pr Ouellette Landscape Supply LLC

USDOT: 799991
MC: 1748600
Based in: Goffstown, NH 03045 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (603) 268-5421 Route Verify on FMCSA

Able Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Able Moving & Storage Company INC

USDOT: 42189
MC: 140160
Based in: Amherst, NH 03031 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 882-2340 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 57 movers in Manchester

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Manchester accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Prescott to Manchester?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,240 to $4,810 for a studio, $4,850 to $7,220 for a one-bedroom, $8,090 to $12,030 for a two-bedroom, $12,940 to $19,260 for a three-bedroom and $17,800 to $26,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Manchester from Prescott?

About 2,666 road miles (2,259 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 46 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Arizona into New Hampshire 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 Prescott to Manchester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,640 to $5,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,400 to $5,000. 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 Prescott–Manchester corridor.