Get a free car shipping quote and we match you with a vetted car carrier on your route, handle the door-to-door logistics from pickup to delivery, and keep you updated the entire way.
Tell us your vehicle details, pickup and delivery locations. We send you a free auto shipping quote within an hour.
Once you book, we match your shipment with an insured FMCSA-authorized carrier heading your direction.
The car carrier arrives within the pickup window. Joint walk-around inspection, every mark documented on the Bill of Lading.
Second inspection at delivery. Compare against pickup docs and note any new damage on the Bill of Lading before signing.
Vehicle shipping cost depends on distance, vehicle size, transport type, seasonal demand, and your locations. Typical ranges for a standard sedan on open transport:
| Distance | Typical Cost | Per Mile | Transit Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 500 miles | $400 – $625 | $0.94 – $1.10 | 1 – 3 days |
| 500 – 1,000 miles | $795 – $1,125 | $0.74 – $0.87 | 2 – 4 days |
| 1,000 – 1,500 miles | $1,100 – $1,550 | $0.65 – $0.77 | 3 – 5 days |
| Over 1,500 miles | $1,325 – $1,665 | $0.55 – $0.66 | 4 – 7 days |
Larger vehicles, choosing enclosed, shipping during peak snowbird season, rural locations, and inoperable vehicles adjust the car shipping cost.
Shipping a vehicle requires trust. ATP is built around clear pricing, responsible carrier selection, and a process designed to keep you informed from booking through delivery.
Market-based quotes from the start. Every ATP quote is built around your actual route, vehicle, transport type, timing, and current carrier market — giving you pricing grounded in the shipment you’re asking us to arrange.
$0 at booking. No payment is due when you book your transport. Your initial payment becomes due only after a carrier has been assigned and dispatched to your order.
Carriers verified before dispatch. Before dispatch, ATP verifies the assigned carrier’s operating authority and available cargo insurance information so you know who is handling your vehicle.
Not sure what to look for? Read our guide to common auto transport scams →
They did exactly what they said they would do. He hauled my SUV all the way from Maine to Florida and you could tell they really do care.
Have used Auto Transport Professionals for the past 4 years shipping cars between Naples and Cape Cod. Our cars arrive quickly and in the same condition.
All was smooth, Alex was great to communicate with. The car was sent enclosed and at a good rate.
Relocating for work. Ship your car ahead and fly to your new city with transportation waiting on arrival. Cross-country auto transport is the fastest way to handle a job relocation, corporate transfer, or interstate move without putting thousands of miles on your vehicle.
Military PCS. Service members ship vehicles during permanent change of station moves across the country or to coastal ports for overseas deployment. PPM/DITY reimbursement often covers auto transport, and we work with all branches including Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines.
Buying a car online. Purchased on Bring a Trailer, Carvana, Cars.com, or from a private seller out of state? We pick up directly from the seller and ship it to your door. Door-to-door auto transport makes buying a car from anywhere in the country as easy as buying locally.
Auction purchases. Copart, IAAI, and Manheim wins need transport from the facility fast. Most auction lots charge daily storage fees that add up quickly, so booking car shipping immediately after purchase saves hundreds.
Snowbird seasonal moves. Southbound to Florida and Arizona in fall, northbound in spring. Seasonal auto transport demand peaks from October through June, so booking early locks in better rates and faster pickup windows.
College students. Ship the car to campus in August and ship it home in May. Car shipping for college students is safer and faster than a solo cross-country drive, and parents avoid taking days off work for the round trip.
Dealer inventory. Dealerships move vehicles between auction, lot, and customer delivery across state lines. We offer volume auto transport pricing for dealers, fleet managers, and wholesale buyers who ship multiple vehicles per month.
Prepare your vehicle. Wash it, remove personal items above 100 lbs, leave a quarter tank of fuel, take photos from every angle, remove toll transponders.
Understand insurance. Every carrier in our network carries active cargo insurance as required by our terms with them. Before assigning a carrier to your order, we verify their insurance is current, their authority is active, and their coverage meets the requirements for your specific shipment. The BOL inspection at pickup and delivery documents condition on both ends.
Know the timeline. Book 7–10 days ahead for regional, 2–3 weeks for cross-country or peak season.
Depends on distance, vehicle size, transport type, and timing. Short regional moves start around $400. Cross-country runs $1,325–$1,665 for open transport on a standard sedan. Enclosed adds 40–60%. Full cost breakdown →
Transit times depend on distance: 1–3 days for under 500 miles, 2–4 days for 500–1,000 miles, 3–5 days for 1,000–1,500 miles, and 4–7 days cross-country. Add time for carrier assignment and scheduling. Detailed timeline →
Yes. Every carrier in our network carries active cargo insurance that we verify before dispatch. The Bill of Lading inspection at pickup and delivery documents your vehicle’s condition at both ends. Insurance details →
Open works for most shipments and costs 40–60% less than enclosed. Choose enclosed for vehicles over $100,000, classics, exotics, or any vehicle where cosmetic protection justifies the premium. Open transport → Enclosed transport →
No. You provide a card at booking but it is not charged until the carrier confirms pickup. No upfront fees, no deposit, no charge just to get in the books.
Yes, as long as it rolls, steers, and brakes. If it can’t, a winch is needed — expect a $225–$500 surcharge. Always disclose the vehicle’s condition when requesting a quote. More vehicle FAQs →
