Car Shipping Cost Calculator

Get a real-time price estimate for shipping your vehicle anywhere in the United States.

Enter your pickup ZIP, delivery ZIP, and vehicle details. Our pricing model factors in driving distance, transport type, and vehicle size — delivering a reliable range in seconds.

How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car?

Car shipping costs vary widely depending on the route, vehicle type, transport method, and pickup timing. Nationally, most car shipments range from $300 to $1,600 for standard open transport. Enclosed shipping and oversized vehicles will cost more.

The most accurate way to find out is to use the calculator above. It uses real driving distances and a live pricing model to generate an instant estimate based on your specific route and vehicle.

Duration

What is the duration of door-to-door auto transportation?

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Distance Open Transport Enclosed Transport
0 – 500 miles $300 – $650 $500 – $950
500 – 1,000 miles $550 – $900 $850 – $1,300
1,000 – 1,500 miles $750 – $1,100 $1,100 – $1,600
1,500 – 2,000 miles $950 – $1,350 $1,350 – $1,900
2,000+ miles $1,100 – $1,600 $1,600 – $2,400

What Affects Car Shipping Prices?

Six factors that move the needle on your final rate.

Distance

The single biggest driver of cost. Longer hauls cost more in absolute terms but less per mile. Coast-to-coast routes average 2,500+ miles.

Vehicle Size & Weight

Larger vehicles — full-size trucks, SUVs, and vans — take up more space on the carrier and weigh more, increasing the rate by 10–15%.

Open vs. Enclosed Transport

Open carriers are the industry standard and most affordable. Enclosed adds 30–40% but shields your vehicle from road debris and weather.

Seasonal Demand

Snowbird season (Oct–Jan), summer moves, and holiday weekends drive up demand. Off-peak shipping can save 10–20%.

Fuel Prices

Diesel costs are passed through to the customer. High fuel periods add a modest surcharge across most routes.

Carrier Availability

Popular routes (FL, CA, TX corridors) have plentiful carriers. Remote or rural destinations may command a premium due to limited coverage.

Open vs. Enclosed Auto Transport

Choose the transport method that fits your vehicle and budget.

Open Transport

Most Popular

Your vehicle rides on an open multi-car carrier. Safe, affordable, and widely available — this is how dealerships ship new vehicles every day.

Enclosed Transport

Premium Protection

Your vehicle is fully enclosed in a covered trailer, shielded from road debris, weather, and UV exposure. Recommended for classic, luxury, and high-value vehicles.

Testimonials

What Our Customers Say

Real experiences from people who trusted Prime Vision Shipping with their vehicles.

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