New Orleans, LA

Tucson, AZ → New Orleans, LA · Long-distance move

Movers from Tucson to New Orleans

About 1,469 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,640–$8,390, delivery in 3–7 days, 212 carriers on the Tucson side and 227 in New Orleans.

  • 1,469 miroad distance
  • 26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,640–$8,3902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,469 miles (1,245 straight-line)
Drive time
26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
212 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination
227 (125 interstate)

Reverse: New Orleans → Tucson

The route from Tucson, AZ to New Orleans, LA covers roughly 1,469 miles by road, a east-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 $5,640 to $8,390 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 26 hours (3 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 227 around New Orleans (125 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 New Orleans.

Tucson has a population of about 548,371 and New Orleans about 362,154. The two cities have comparable density (2,252 and 2,265 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Louisiana than in Arizona, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Tucson to New Orleans

Full-service estimate for 1,469 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,260 $2,750 $3,360
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,380 $4,130 $5,040
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,640 $6,880 $8,390
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,030 $11,010 $13,430
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,410 $15,140 $18,470

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,110–$2,980

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

Portable container

$2,330–$3,430

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

Full-service mover

$5,640–$8,390

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

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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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 212 movers in Tucson

Near New Orleans (destination)

T C I Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
330295
MC
213682
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70126 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Larsen Intermodal Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
507293
MC
259966
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70129 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
63 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Moon' S Towing Service INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
467892
MC
446826
Based in
Jefferson, LA 70121 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Gt Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2597749
MC
912065
Based in
Metairie, LA 70002 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

American Machinery Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
237453
MC
187098
Based in
Jefferson, LA 70121 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Haynes Motor Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
77755
MC
154678
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70117 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Perrone And Sons LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1484140
MC
1007901
Based in
Metairie, LA 70001 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Edwards Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1453720
MC
617938
Based in
Harvey, LA 70058 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 227 movers in New Orleans

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tucson to New Orleans?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,260 to $3,360 for a studio, $3,380 to $5,040 for a one-bedroom, $5,640 to $8,390 for a two-bedroom, $9,030 to $13,430 for a three-bedroom and $12,410 to $18,470 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is New Orleans from Tucson?

About 1,469 road miles (1,245 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).

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 Louisiana 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 New Orleans?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,110 to $2,980 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,330 to $3,430. 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–New Orleans corridor.