Yuma, AZ → Tucson, AZ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Yuma to Tucson

About 253 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,540–$3,780, delivery in 1–3 days, 66 carriers on the Yuma side and 212 in Tucson.

253 miroad distance
5 h 4 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,540–$3,7802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Yuma, Arizona
To: Tucson, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 253 miles (215 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 4 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (Arizona)
Movers at origin: 66 (57 interstate)
Movers at destination: 212 (95 interstate)

Reverse: Tucson → Yuma

Moving from Yuma to Tucson is a regional long-distance move of roughly 253 road miles, heading east within Arizona.

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 $2,540 to $3,780 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 4 min.

On the Yuma side there are 66 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (57 of them authorized for interstate work), and 212 around Tucson (95 interstate). For an in-state 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 Tucson.

Yuma has a population of about 105,227 and Tucson about 548,371. Tucson is the denser city (2,252 people per square mile versus 792 in Yuma), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Yuma to Tucson

Full-service estimate for 253 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,250	$1,530	$1,870
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,520	$1,860	$2,270
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,540	$3,100	$3,780
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,070	$4,960	$6,050
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,590	$6,820	$8,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$410–$580

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

Portable container

$1,250–$1,830

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

Full-service mover

$2,540–$3,780

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Yuma (origin)

Chilo'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1154460
MC: 464398
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (928) 430-7665 Route Verify on FMCSA

1989

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: San Luis International Freight Services LLC

USDOT: 463252
MC: 247899
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (928) 627-1855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beltran Brothers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122039
MC: 459887
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (760) 556-5805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frank'S Service And Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 574368
MC: 280572
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (928) 627-2615 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casa Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 603725
MC: 290794
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (928) 304-2466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lugo Loads Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2072924
MC: 724364
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (626) 905-1219 Route Verify on FMCSA

Robles Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1076520
MC: 469457
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (661) 978-0753 Route Verify on FMCSA

Optimus Products LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2629740
MC: 915039
Based in: Somerton, AZ 85350 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (653) 119-1534 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 66 movers in Yuma

Near Tucson (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,870 for a studio, $1,520 to $2,270 for a one-bedroom, $2,540 to $3,780 for a two-bedroom, $4,070 to $6,050 for a three-bedroom and $5,590 to $8,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tucson from Yuma?

About 253 road miles (215 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 4 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Yuma and Tucson are in Arizona, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Yuma to Tucson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $410 to $580 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,250 to $1,830. 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 Yuma–Tucson corridor.