I don't have any suggestions on how to transport Zeke. But I moved from Nebraska to Arizona 10 years ago (still here) and it was a two day drive, non-stop. I think you should plan on at least 5 days on the road, just to be safe, especially with the weather.

Good luck! and please let us know what you come up with. I may be moving in this summer, and I've got 4 reptiles to transport if I do.