How much does it cost to ship a vehicle?
Smart Auto Move Provides Reliable Auto Shipping Quotes
These are the 5 major factors we consider when providing a quote.
Auto transport service for a full-sized sedan on an open car carrier in the United States is generally in the 0.40 cents to 0.50 cents per mile range depending on the price of fuel at the time of shipment, so a 2,500-mile trip will costs roughly about $1,000. Shorter car shipping trips may cost less overall but have a higher rate per mile; this is because it generally will take the driver the same amount of time to load and unload the vehicles, regardless of the distance he drives. For the first 1-500 miles, the average rate typically will be $1:00 per mile, so a 350-mile trip down the coast might cost $350.00. The longer the distance, the lower the price: Moving a standard-sized car 1,000 miles will typically drop the rate to about $.75 a mile, or $750.00, while taking it 3,000 miles could cost around $1,200.00.
Vehicle shipping quotes can vary based on vehicle size, weight, it’s operational condition and any modifications, seasonal demand, and the type of transport you prefer; whether you choose enclosed, expedited, or standard coast to coast car shipping, Smart Auto Move will deliver the best service and price in the industry. Below we discuss all of the car shipping components as they relate to price.
1. Vehicle Type
Size Matters
A vehicles size is one of the main components in relation to auto transport pricing, when vehicle shippers are trying to figure out how much does it cost to ship a car. The longer and heavier a vehicle is the more it will cost a customer to have it transported. This is because car transporter trucks have a limited amount of space and weight capacities, and this is prime real estate!.
How much space and weight a vehicle consumes on a car shipping transporter will help determine the cost to ship a vehicle. Be sure to select your appropriate vehicle type (Car, SUV, Truck etc,) when requesting auto shipping quotes.
Expert Tip; if you have two vehicles and are planning to drive one, and ship the other, consider shipping the smaller of the two vehicles, and save on your car shipping, the difference can be hundreds dollars.
2. Distance
3. Vehicle condition
Running or Inoperable
When it comes to vehicle shipping, the condition of the car or whether the vehicle is in running or inoperable condition can make a big difference in car shipping prices. Typically car shipping inoperable vehicles will costs more as in most cases will require the car hauler additional equipment and labor for the car shipping transporters, when requesting a auto transport quote, it’s important to select the proper vehicle condition so that we may provide the most accurate auto shipping rates.
Expert Tip; If you can get the vehicle you’re shipping to a condition where it can turn on and be driven onto the car shipping trailer, you’ll see instant savings
4. Transport Type
Expert tip; If you absolutely must ship your vehicle on an enclosed car hauler, be sure to schedule an order in advance as soon as you know your travel details, this can save you money and the aggravation of not being able to secure a spot on an enclosed transporter.
5. Car Shipping Location
Location, Location, Location!
The vehicles pickup and delivery locations can add or reduce to an auto transport rate, the more popular and busier a location often the cheaper the car shipping rate. Needing a vehicle picked up or delivered to rural locations may add to the price as the trucks will need to deviate from normal routes to accommodate your car shipping, often resulting in higher fuel cost. Click Here for more about the states we serve
Expert Tip; If you can, try to have the car you’re shipping picked up and or delivered to a location that is not off the beaten path, the more remote the pickup or delivery locations are the more likely you’re to see your vehicle shipping cost go up.
How does payment work?
Smart Auto Move makes paying for your vehicle shipping easy. When booking online, you’ll be asked if you’d like to pay in full or the deposit amount by credit or debit card. If you choose to pay the total amount, you won’t need to pay anything at delivery time. If you choose the deposit option, you’ll only pay a portion of your total balance and the remainder when your vehicle is delivered. Delivery payment options are Money orders, cashier’s checks, or cash with No hidden fees or surprises.
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Estimated Car Shipping Cost and Transit Times for Popular Auto TransportTrips
| Shipping To/From | Cost | Distance | Estimated Time In Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Houston | $999 | 1579 miles | 4-5 days |
| Chicago to Las Vegas | $1150 | 1776 miles | 4-5 days |
| Seattle to Los Angeles | $799 | 1160 miles | 2-3 days |
| Long Island NY to Orlando | $899 | 1146 miles | 3-4 days |
| Raleigh to Seattle | $1399 | 2886 miles | 7-9 days |
| Jersey City to Los Angeles | $1199 | 2827 miles | 7-9 days |
| Norfolk to Miami | $649 | 983 miles | 2-3 days |
| Atlanta to Chicago | $599 | 725 miles | 2-3 days |
*Prices are estimates for standard size sedans and are subject to change depending on the type of vehicle you wish to ship, and the price of fuel at the time of shipping.
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