Phoenix to Chicago Car Shipping (I-17/I-10 • I-40 • I-44 • I-55)
Headed north and east from the Valley to Chicagoland? Here’s the carrier playbook for the I-17/I-10 → I-40 → I-44 → I-55 path, with realistic pickup windows, seasonality, and booking tips to secure the best match.
Quick take: ~1,750–1,820 miles; typical 4–6 days in transit once loaded; 1–3 day pickup window (flexibility helps).
Fast Facts
| Item | Typical | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary route | I-17/I-10 → I-40 → I-44 → I-55 | OKC/TUL & STL handoffs common |
| Distance | ≈ 1,750–1,820 miles | Varies by metro ZIPs |
| Transit time | 4–6 days | Weather & driver hours drive cadence |
| Pickup window | 1–3 days | Mid-week pickups usually match faster |
| Seasonality | Monsoon (Jul–Sep), winter in Midwest | Storms or snow may add buffer |
| Trailer types | Open • Enclosed | Enclosed for classics/luxury/low clearance |
Timing & ETAs
- Pickup: 1–3 day window standard; exact-day limits options.
- Line haul: 4–6 days typical once loaded.
- Delivery: Door-to-door where access allows; otherwise a nearby wide lot.
Pricing Factors
- Dates & flexibility (2–3 day window beats rigid dates)
- Vehicle details (size/weight, running status, ground clearance)
- Neighborhood access (HOA/garage/downtown constraints)
- Trailer type (enclosed adds protection & cost)
- Add-ons (top-load, strict delivery windows)
Pickup & Delivery Tips
Phoenix Metro Pickup
- Phoenix/Scottsdale: HOA access—share codes; morning loads help avoid heat.
- East Valley: Broad arterials make residential loading straightforward.
Chicagoland Delivery
- Downtown/Loop/Lakefront: Height/curb limits—use nearby surface lots when needed.
- Suburbs: Easier staging; confirm community access ahead of time.
- Winter: Weather & parking restrictions may shift meet points.
Pre-Transport Checklist
- Photograph all sides at pickup; remove toll tags & loose accessories.
- ~¼ tank fuel; battery charged; no leaks; parking brake works.
- Disclose non-running/low-clearance up front.
- Have keys, gate/building codes, release/receive contact.
Get a Direct-to-Carrier Quote
We book vetted carriers on this lane daily. Call 646-290-6718 or email dispatch@autoshippinghub.com with:
- Pickup & delivery ZIP codes
- Vehicle year/make/model
- Earliest ready date & flexibility
- Open vs enclosed preference
