Scottsdale, AZ → Asheville, NC · Cross-country move

Movers from Scottsdale to Asheville

About 1,965 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,560–$9,770, delivery in 5–10 days, 431 carriers on the Scottsdale side and 120 in Asheville.

1,965 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,560–$9,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Scottsdale, Arizona
To: Asheville, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 1,965 miles (1,665 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 431 (174 interstate)
Movers at destination: 120 (87 interstate)

Reverse: Asheville → Scottsdale

Moving from Scottsdale to Asheville is a cross-country move of roughly 1,965 road miles, heading east from Arizona to North Carolina.

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 $6,560 to $9,770 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 Scottsdale side there are 431 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (174 of them authorized for interstate work), and 120 around Asheville (87 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 Asheville.

Scottsdale has a population of about 243,006 and Asheville about 95,000. Asheville is the denser city (2,080 people per square mile versus 1,312 in Scottsdale), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Scottsdale to Asheville

Full-service estimate for 1,965 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,630	$3,200	$3,910
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,940	$4,800	$5,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,560	$8,000	$9,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,500	$12,810	$15,630
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,440	$17,610	$21,490

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,770–$3,910

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

Portable container

$2,770–$4,080

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

Full-service mover

$6,560–$9,770

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 Scottsdale (origin)

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

Lime Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3308648
MC: 1050951
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85262 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (480) 695-1420 Route Verify on FMCSA

Muscular Moving Men LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1829172
MC: 691493
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85050 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (602) 550-3311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rr Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3587969
MC: 1226450
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (310) 803-3994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circle H Intermodal Limited Partnership

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2539572
MC: 883427
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (702) 901-9494 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brenke Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2357390
MC: 807595
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (602) 675-3375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Az 615 Movers LLC

USDOT: 4477696
MC: 1768018
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (480) 991-1805 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 431 movers in Scottsdale

Near Asheville (destination)

Carolina Logistic INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2073146
MC: 724258
Based in: Candler, NC 28715 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 204 trucks, 226 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (828) 367-7749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire National INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2878524
MC: 966111
Based in: Fletcher, NC 28732 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (800) 985-0888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anchor Logistics Xpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2025845
MC: 712157
Based in: Asheville, NC 28806 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (828) 707-9161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Asheville

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ams&sons Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 1555930
MC: 577552
Based in: Fletcher, NC 28732 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (828) 681-5252 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carolina Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1544288
MC: 574276
Based in: Candler, NC 28715 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (828) 548-0037 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3183831
MC: 129079
Based in: Candler, NC 28715 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (828) 707-2111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Union Transfer And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 97211
MC: 96435
Based in: Arden, NC 28704 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (828) 209-0171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gasperson Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wnc Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 281010
MC: 183831
Based in: Asheville, NC 28804 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (828) 658-8880 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Asheville

Tips for this move

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.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Scottsdale to Asheville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,630 to $3,910 for a studio, $3,940 to $5,860 for a one-bedroom, $6,560 to $9,770 for a two-bedroom, $10,500 to $15,630 for a three-bedroom and $14,440 to $21,490 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Asheville from Scottsdale?

About 1,965 road miles (1,665 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 North Carolina 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 Scottsdale to Asheville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,770 to $3,910 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,770 to $4,080. 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 Scottsdale–Asheville corridor.