Vancouver, WA

Scottsdale, AZ → Vancouver, WA · Long-distance move

Movers from Scottsdale to Vancouver

About 1,182 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,510–$8,190, delivery in 3–7 days, 431 carriers on the Scottsdale side and 606 in Vancouver.

  • 1,182 miroad distance
  • 21 h 5 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,510–$8,1902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,182 miles (1,002 straight-line)
Drive time
21 h 5 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
431 (174 interstate)
Movers at destination
606 (453 interstate)

Reverse: Vancouver → Scottsdale

The route from Scottsdale, AZ to Vancouver, WA covers roughly 1,182 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $5,510 to $8,190 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 21 h 5 min.

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 606 around Vancouver (453 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 Vancouver.

Scottsdale has a population of about 243,006 and Vancouver about 199,698. Vancouver is the denser city (3,920 people per square mile versus 1,312 in Scottsdale), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Washington is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Scottsdale to Vancouver

Full-service estimate for 1,182 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,200 $2,690 $3,280
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,300 $4,030 $4,910
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,510 $6,710 $8,190
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,810 $10,740 $13,110
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,110 $14,770 $18,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,660–$2,350

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

Portable container

$2,070–$3,050

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

Full-service mover

$5,510–$8,190

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
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

Moving Team Six

Licensed interstate
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

All 431 movers in Scottsdale

Near Vancouver (destination)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4282676
MC
1665063
Based in
Portland, OR 97239 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Jacko Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2580906
MC
903633
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98665 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
245 trucks, 249 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

All Service Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1863079
MC
722865
Based in
Portland, OR 97214 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Unfi

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
179522
MC
240321
Based in
Ridgefield, WA 98642 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Atlantic & Pacific Freightways INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
381463
MC
204314
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98665 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
78 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Mitchell Bros Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
248002
MC
32882
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98661 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Skyline Transport Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2363186
MC
810023
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98682 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
62 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Adc Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
61733
MC
581707
Based in
Portland, OR 97220 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 606 movers in Vancouver

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,200 to $3,280 for a studio, $3,300 to $4,910 for a one-bedroom, $5,510 to $8,190 for a two-bedroom, $8,810 to $13,110 for a three-bedroom and $12,110 to $18,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Vancouver from Scottsdale?

About 1,182 road miles (1,002 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 5 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 Washington 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 Vancouver?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,660 to $2,350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,070 to $3,050. 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–Vancouver corridor.