Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Phoenix, Arizona to High Point, North Carolina

Quick answer: On average, shipping a car 2,090 miles from Arizona to North Carolina ranges from $1,283 to $1,885. Expect the trip to take around four–twelve days, depending on the transport method you choose and seasonal demand.

It's usually cheaper to drive for shorter distances, but for long cross-country moves, shipping can become competitive or even cheaper when you factor in the "hidden" costs of driving (gas, hotels, food, wear-and-tear) versus the upfront shipping fee, especially if you're moving with others or have an unreliable car.

Shipping a car by train is generally cheaper, especially for long distances (500+ miles), due to higher capacity and lower cost-per-mile, but trucks offer door-to-door convenience, while trains require drop-off/pickup at terminals, adding costs and time, making trucks better for flexibility and short hauls, and trains better for budget and long cross-country trips.