Shipping a Car from Phoenix, AZ to Savannah, GA
A 2,136-mile trip eastbound, across seven states, from Arizona to Georgia: that is Phoenix to Savannah. That is around 43 hours of driving at car-hauler speeds; our transit estimate is 4–6 days after dispatch. Volume is middling, so most customers find a carrier without much waiting.
What Phoenix to Savannah Costs
Current estimates put open transport for a standard sedan at $1,070–$1,495, which is about $0.60 per mile over 2,136 miles. Long distances dilute fixed costs, so the per-mile rate drops. For a larger vehicle plan on $1,200–$1,675, and for enclosed carriage of a sedan plan on $1,550–$2,170 (about 45% above open). A comparable-length trip, Chicago, IL to Eugene, OR (2,124 mi), is priced at $1,060–$1,485. Delivery to Charleston, 91 miles from Savannah, would be $1,100–$1,545.
| Service | Vehicle | Typical Price | Good For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $1,070–$1,495 | Budget-friendly default |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $1,200–$1,675 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $1,200–$1,675 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $1,550–$2,170 | Luxury, classic and low-clearance cars |
Prices shown are for a typical sedan; your quote depends on exact addresses, condition and season.
The Route and Corridor
The direct line between the two cities crosses Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia. In Alabama, I-65 and I-20/I-59 carry most freight, with Birmingham as the main junction. Mississippi: I-55, I-20 and I-59 carry through freight. In Arizona, I-10 and I-40 cross long desert stretches with few services. Montgomery (AL) sit close to the corridor, which is why trucks often add or drop vehicles there. Pickup is on Mountain time and delivery on Eastern time, so a driver's call can come an hour off your clock.
Timing and Seasonality
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. For a 2,136-mile trip, request quotes about four weeks before pickup. Across Arizona expect desert heat above 110°F in summer and snow near Flagstaff on I-40; across Georgia, hot summers and the occasional ice event around Atlanta.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Phoenix. Trucks working Phoenix lean on I-10 and I-17. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the usual reference point for staging in the area. Phoenix is a seasonal-resident destination, so fall and spring bring surges of traffic.
Delivery in Savannah. Historic coastal city with a major deepwater auto port on I-16/I-95. Carriers typically arrive around I-16 and I-95. The nearest major airport, Hilton Head International Airport, is a common landmark for meeting a driver.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Expect a rolling arrival. Over 2,136 miles the truck makes several stops, so give a flexible delivery day in Savannah.
- Vet the carrier. Check the MC number on safer.fmcsa.dot.gov and get insurance terms in writing before paying a deposit.
- Ask for a call-ahead. Request a heads-up about a day before the truck reaches Savannah.