Shipping a Car from Savannah, GA to Tucson, AZ
A 2,073-mile trip westbound, across seven states, from Georgia to Arizona: that is Savannah to Tucson. Allow 3–6 days after pickup, in line with roughly 41 hours of highway time. Fewer trucks run this lane, so give the dispatcher a few days of leeway.
The Route and Corridor
Along the way the route touches Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, New Mexico and Arizona. Georgia: I-75, I-85 and I-20 converge on Atlanta, where traffic is heavy. New Mexico: I-25, I-40 and I-10 climb above 5,000 feet in places. In Louisiana, I-10 crosses the long Atchafalaya Basin bridge and I-20 runs across the north. Montgomery (AL), Jackson (MS) and Dallas (TX) sit close to the corridor, which is why trucks often add or drop vehicles there. Pickup is on Eastern time and delivery on Mountain time, so a driver's call can come an hour off your clock.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Savannah. Savannah has port activity, so imported or exported vehicles may need extra release time. The nearest major airport, Hilton Head International Airport, is a common landmark for meeting a driver. Historic coastal city with a major deepwater auto port on I-16/I-95.
Delivery in Tucson. Military moves are common in the Tucson area, which makes summer space tight. Trucks serving Tucson lean on I-10 and I-19. Tucson is a seasonal-resident destination, so fall and spring bring surges of traffic.
What Savannah to Tucson Costs
Expect open transport for a standard sedan at $1,035–$1,450, which is about $0.60 per mile over 2,073 miles. The longer the haul, the lower the cost per mile, and this one is long. Enclosed shipping adds about 45% ($1,500–$2,100), while SUV and truck surcharges bring open pricing to $1,160–$1,625. Delivery to Scottsdale, 102 miles from Tucson, would be $1,065–$1,490. Loading in Augusta, about 114 miles from Savannah, is $35 cheaper at $1,000–$1,400. For scale, San Francisco, CA to Little Rock, AR is a similar 2,004-mile move at $1,000–$1,405.
| Transport Type | Vehicle | Typical Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $1,035–$1,450 | Budget-friendly default |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $1,160–$1,625 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $1,160–$1,625 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $1,500–$2,100 | Luxury, classic and low-clearance cars |
Prices shown are for a typical sedan; your quote depends on pickup and drop-off points, condition and season.
Timing and Seasonality
Tucson has a large military community, so summer permanent-change-of-station season (about May to August) tightens carrier space. High Plains winter storms and spring thunderstorms are the main weather risks, so late spring and early fall are calmest. Hurricane season (June to November) can pause or reroute trucks along the coast. Desert heat rarely stops trucks, but midday loading can be hard, so early-morning pickups are common. Four weeks of lead time works well for 2,073 miles. Across Georgia expect hot summers and the occasional ice event around Atlanta; across Arizona, desert heat above 110°F in summer and snow near Flagstaff on I-40.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Vet the carrier. Check the MC number on safer.fmcsa.dot.gov and get insurance terms in writing before paying a deposit.
- Compare nearby pickup points. Moving the handoff a short drive from Savannah can change the price on a 2,073-mile lane.
- Be flexible on the date. A four-day pickup window lets dispatchers slot your car into a load heading west.