Surprise, AZ → Hartford, CT · Cross-country move

Movers from Surprise to Hartford

About 2,623 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,170–$12,160, delivery in 7–14 days, 435 carriers on the Surprise side and 350 in Hartford.

2,623 miroad distance
45 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,170–$12,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Surprise, Arizona
To: Hartford, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 2,623 miles (2,223 straight-line)
Drive time: 45 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 435 (213 interstate)
Movers at destination: 350 (246 interstate)

Reverse: Hartford → Surprise

The route from Surprise, AZ to Hartford, CT covers roughly 2,623 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 $8,170 to $12,160 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 45 hours (6 driving days).

On the Surprise side there are 435 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (213 of them authorized for interstate work), and 350 around Hartford (246 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 Hartford.

Surprise has a population of about 175,304 and Hartford about 121,981. Hartford is the denser city (6,957 people per square mile versus 1,298 in Surprise), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Connecticut is a higher-cost state than Arizona, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Surprise to Hartford

Full-service estimate for 2,623 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,270	$3,990	$4,860
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,900	$5,980	$7,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,170	$9,960	$12,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,070	$15,940	$19,450
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,970	$21,920	$26,740

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,600–$5,080

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

Portable container

$3,360–$4,940

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

Full-service mover

$8,170–$12,160

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Surprise (origin)

Harriem LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1580995
MC: 687455
Based in: El Mirage, AZ 85335 (9 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 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (602) 800-8001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ctx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ctx LLC

USDOT: 3510559
MC: 1161846
Based in: Peoria, AZ 85382 (12 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 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (772) 777-0226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kb1 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1772440
MC: 647173
Based in: El Mirage, AZ 85335 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (623) 694-3563 Route Verify on FMCSA

Profi Transport Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1747913
MC: 639931
Based in: Surprise, AZ 85379 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (623) 229-6106 Route Verify on FMCSA

Copperstate Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2132766
MC: 795339
Based in: Goodyear, AZ 85395 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (623) 205-9910 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guazzo Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2798835
MC: 938349
Based in: Wittmann, AZ 85361 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (623) 326-2828 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 435 movers in Surprise

Near Hartford (destination)

Bob'S Discount Furniture LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1326635
MC: 1550101
Based in: Manchester, CT 06042 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 225 trucks, 205 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (959) 237-2453 Route Verify on FMCSA

Msm Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2557265
MC: 891791
Based in: Hartford, CT 06114 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (860) 216-9120 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spelman Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3439865
MC: 1116903
Based in: Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (959) 777-9871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spacefitters LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1389824
MC: 528899
Based in: Bloomfield, CT 06002 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (860) 818-1967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Connecticut

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Antwall 13 LLC

USDOT: 3638680
Based in: Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (513) 205-5851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kim Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 978755
MC: 506916
Based in: Berlin, CT 06037 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (860) 770-8396 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2566125
MC: 897804
Based in: West Hartford, CT 06110 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (860) 988-3887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kay'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 102032
MC: 120883
Based in: South Windsor, CT 06074 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (860) 291-2436 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 350 movers in Hartford

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Surprise to Hartford?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,270 to $4,860 for a studio, $4,900 to $7,290 for a one-bedroom, $8,170 to $12,160 for a two-bedroom, $13,070 to $19,450 for a three-bedroom and $17,970 to $26,740 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hartford from Surprise?

About 2,623 road miles (2,223 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 45 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 Connecticut 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 Surprise to Hartford?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,600 to $5,080 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,360 to $4,940. 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 Surprise–Hartford corridor.