Prescott, AZ → Salem, OR · Long-distance move

Movers from Prescott to Salem

About 1,070 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,040–$7,490, delivery in 3–7 days, 32 carriers on the Prescott side and 96 in Salem.

1,070 miroad distance
19 h 9 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,040–$7,4902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Prescott, Arizona
To: Salem, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 1,070 miles (907 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 9 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 32 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination: 96 (58 interstate)

Reverse: Salem → Prescott

Salem sits about 1,070 miles northwest of Prescott, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to Oregon that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,040 to $7,490 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h 9 min.

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 96 around Salem (58 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 Salem.

Prescott has a population of about 47,000 and Salem about 181,779. Salem is the denser city (3,597 people per square mile versus 931 in Prescott), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Prescott to Salem

Full-service estimate for 1,070 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,010	$2,460	$3,000
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,020	$3,690	$4,500
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,040	$6,140	$7,490
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,060	$9,830	$11,990
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,080	$13,510	$16,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,550–$2,190

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

Portable container

$1,970–$2,900

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

Full-service mover

$5,040–$7,490

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

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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 Salem (destination)

Arrow Vans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3382259
MC: 1087868
Based in: Salem, OR 97301 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (503) 508-0815 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empresa Internacional

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 6959099
Based in: Gervais, OR 97026 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (503) 974-6043 Route Verify on FMCSA

B C Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 808472
MC: 519608
Based in: Salem, OR 97302 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (503) 375-0035 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green Land Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1767348
MC: 645511
Based in: Salem, OR 97305 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (660) 829-2914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans-Pro INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 334733
MC: 200946
Based in: Salem, OR 97303 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (503) 463-1422 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cal'S Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cal'S Moving Help LLC

USDOT: 3311673
MC: 1052087
Based in: Salem, OR 97305 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (541) 250-6324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tree Line Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 179485
MC: 159399
Based in: Turner, OR 97392 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (503) 743-2181 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carmona'S Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1008974
MC: 436312
Based in: Salem, OR 97317 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (503) 990-8548 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 96 movers in Salem

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,010 to $3,000 for a studio, $3,020 to $4,500 for a one-bedroom, $5,040 to $7,490 for a two-bedroom, $8,060 to $11,990 for a three-bedroom and $11,080 to $16,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Salem from Prescott?

About 1,070 road miles (907 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 9 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Oregon 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 Salem?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,550 to $2,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,970 to $2,900. 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–Salem corridor.