Tucson, AZ → Hilo, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Tucson to Hilo

About 3,372 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,230–$15,220, delivery in 7–14 days, 212 carriers on the Tucson side and 19 in Hilo.

3,372 miroad distance
58 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,230–$15,2202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tucson, Arizona
To: Hilo, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 3,372 miles (2,857 straight-line)
Drive time: 58 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 212 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Hilo → Tucson

Moving from Tucson to Hilo is a cross-country move of roughly 3,372 road miles, heading west from Arizona to Hawaii.

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 $10,230 to $15,220 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 58 hours (7 driving days).

On the Tucson side there are 212 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 of them authorized for interstate work), and 19 around Hilo (4 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 Hilo.

Tucson has a population of about 548,371 and Hilo about 45,000. Tucson is considerably denser (2,252 people per square mile versus 824), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Hawaii 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 Tucson to Hilo

Full-service estimate for 3,372 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,090	$4,990	$6,090
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,140	$7,480	$9,130
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,230	$12,470	$15,220
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,370	$19,960	$24,350
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,500	$27,440	$33,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,660–$6,590

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

Portable container

$4,030–$5,930

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

Full-service mover

$10,230–$15,220

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Tucson (origin)

Zip Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4151097
MC: 1593569
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85711 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (480) 519-3779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Master Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2901058
MC: 975882
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85713 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (520) 807-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & F Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3984724
MC: 1493048
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (520) 585-7053 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tucson Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 240099
MC: 176034
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85745 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (520) 624-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zana Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376259
MC: 815702
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (520) 349-9257 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reynolds Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1535483
MC: 571698
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (520) 834-2749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Frogs Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2471491
MC: 852728
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (520) 906-9833 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tucson Freight Connection LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1159610
MC: 478351
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (520) 977-8454 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 212 movers in Tucson

Near Hilo (destination)

Acr Water Hauling INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1205380
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (808) 966-7693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hitco Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H Kono INC

USDOT: 30309
MC: 512899
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190838
MC: 760358
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (808) 933-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kuwaye Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62964
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-2845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mihara Transfer Incorporated

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62971
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-1597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keaau Service Station INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 762035
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 966-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yamada Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 129889
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 933-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kai'S Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1953191
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 935-0011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Hilo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tucson to Hilo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,090 to $6,090 for a studio, $6,140 to $9,130 for a one-bedroom, $10,230 to $15,220 for a two-bedroom, $16,370 to $24,350 for a three-bedroom and $22,500 to $33,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilo from Tucson?

About 3,372 road miles (2,857 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 58 hours (7 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 Hawaii 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 Tucson to Hilo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,660 to $6,590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,030 to $5,930. 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 Tucson–Hilo corridor.