Raleigh, NC → Peoria, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Raleigh to Peoria

About 2,249 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,010–$10,430, delivery in 7–14 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 392 in Peoria.

2,249 miroad distance
39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,010–$10,4302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Raleigh, North Carolina
To: Peoria, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 2,249 miles (1,906 straight-line)
Drive time: 39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination: 392 (187 interstate)

Reverse: Peoria → Raleigh

Peoria sits about 2,249 miles west of Raleigh, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Carolina to Arizona 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 $7,010 to $10,430 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 39 hours (5 driving days).

On the Raleigh side there are 739 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (399 of them authorized for interstate work), and 392 around Peoria (187 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 Peoria.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and Peoria about 200,881. Raleigh is considerably denser (3,179 people per square mile versus 1,085), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Raleigh to Peoria

Full-service estimate for 2,249 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,800	$3,420	$4,170
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,210	$5,130	$6,260
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,010	$8,550	$10,430
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,220	$13,680	$16,690
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,420	$18,810	$22,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,060–$4,320

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

Portable container

$3,030–$4,450

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

Full-service mover

$7,010–$10,430

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Raleigh (origin)

1800packrat

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 1-800-Pack-Rat LLC

USDOT: 1534531
MC: 648624
Based in: Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 345 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (919) 488-3636 Route Verify on FMCSA

2u2day Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3434201
MC: 1114105
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (919) 609-1544 Route Verify on FMCSA

All American Relocation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All American Relocation INC

USDOT: 917428
MC: 397148
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 41 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 256-7193 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zippy Shell

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Forward Moving LLC

USDOT: 2574332
MC: 935064
Based in: Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 35 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (702) 418-3321 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Boy And His Truck Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3996385
MC: 1500731
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27616 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (252) 649-5070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shipsecure Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4232130
MC: 1637508
Based in: Cary, NC 27518 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 450-6374 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 739 movers in Raleigh

Near Peoria (destination)

Knight Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 428823
MC: 227271
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3,200 trucks, 3,200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (623) 907-7231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coyoaz Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3408204
MC: 1098226
Based in: Anthem, AZ 85086 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 63 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (602) 568-0708 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (623) 500-2393 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arizona Star Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1440220
MC: 544203
Based in: Surprise, AZ 85379 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (602) 800-8001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Wheel Trans Interstate LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2183121
MC: 757997
Based in: Glendale, AZ 85308 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (623) 931-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ctx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ctx LLC

USDOT: 3510559
MC: 1161846
Based in: Peoria, AZ 85382 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (602) 451-2737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Farmers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3553372
MC: 1190836
Based in: Surprise, AZ 85379 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (772) 777-0226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Team Six

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Moving Team Six LLC

USDOT: 2315604
MC: 101725
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (480) 848-1872 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 392 movers in Peoria

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Raleigh to Peoria?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,800 to $4,170 for a studio, $4,210 to $6,260 for a one-bedroom, $7,010 to $10,430 for a two-bedroom, $11,220 to $16,690 for a three-bedroom and $15,420 to $22,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Peoria from Raleigh?

About 2,249 road miles (1,906 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 hours (5 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 North Carolina 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Raleigh to Peoria?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,060 to $4,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,030 to $4,450. 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 Raleigh–Peoria corridor.