{"id":409912,"date":"2022-11-30T15:09:59","date_gmt":"2022-11-30T20:09:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/?p=409912"},"modified":"2024-04-22T15:23:25","modified_gmt":"2024-04-22T19:23:25","slug":"how-to-ship-a-car-to-another-state","status":"publish","type":"research","link":"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/how-to-ship-a-car-to-another-state\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Ship a Car to Another State"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em><strong><em>Affiliate Disclosure:<\/em><\/strong><em> Automoblog and its partners may earn a commission if you employ the services of the car shipping providers outlined here. These commissions come to us at no additional cost to you. Our research team has carefully vetted dozens of car shipping providers. See our <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/about\/privacy-policy\/\"><em>Privacy Policy<\/em><\/a><em> to learn more.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Crash Course:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The most popular ways to transport a car to a different start are with an auto transport company, via train, hiring a driver, or driving it yourself.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How much does it cost to ship a car to another state? We found that an interstate car move typically costs between $1,000 and $2,000.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using a vehicle moving company can be costly, but it is also very convenient and does not require a lot of time or effort from the vehicle owner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper comparison_widget\" id=\"comparison_widget-block_f002755d99dca8fc521b32f6312b0625\">\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-table\">\n\t\t<div class=\"table-head\">\n\t\t\t<h4>Featured Car Shipping Companies<\/h4>\n\t\t\t<p>We reviewed the industry\u2019s top car shipping providers. Here are our featured picks: <\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"table-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"table-column\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"superlative\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5>Best Service Options<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"logo\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montway.com?utm_source=Three-Ships&#038;utm_medium=cpc&#038;utm_campaign=best-car-shipping-companies-page&#038;utm_content=organic-traffic&#038;src=three-ships&#038;phone=8446010286&#038;utm_term=how-to-ship-a-car-to-another-state-amb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\">\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/logo-montway-auto.png\" alt=\"logo-montway-auto\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h6>Montway<\/h6>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Our Rating: 4.6 out of 5.0<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"btn-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montway.com?utm_source=Three-Ships&#038;utm_medium=cpc&#038;utm_campaign=best-car-shipping-companies-page&#038;utm_content=organic-traffic&#038;src=three-ships&#038;phone=8446010286&#038;utm_term=how-to-ship-a-car-to-another-state-amb\" class=\"btn btn-primary full\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">See Plans<\/a>\n                                                            <span class=\"cv-btn-disclaimer\"><p>On Montway&#8217;s Website<\/p>\n<\/span>\n                            \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"tel:(844) 601-0286\" class=\"btn btn-secondary full\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">(844) 601-0286<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t                                <span class=\"cv-btn-disclaimer\"><p>Or Call Montway Directly<\/p>\n<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"table-column\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"superlative\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5>Best Customer Experience<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"logo\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/sgtautotransport.com\/car-shipping-lp1?utm_source=three-ships-auto&#038;utm_campaign=organic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\">\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/SGT-black-on-white.png\" alt=\"SGT-Auto-Transport-copy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h6>SGT<\/h6>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Our Rating: 4.5 out of 5.0<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"btn-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/sgtautotransport.com\/car-shipping-lp1?utm_source=three-ships-auto&#038;utm_campaign=organic\" class=\"btn btn-primary full\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">See Plans<\/a>\n                                                            <span class=\"cv-btn-disclaimer\"><p>On SGT&#8217;s Website<\/p>\n<\/span>\n                            \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"tel:(864) 635-4879\" class=\"btn btn-secondary full\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">(864) 635-4879<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t                                <span class=\"cv-btn-disclaimer\"><p>Or Call SGT Directly<\/p>\n<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"table-column\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"superlative\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5>Best Value<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"logo\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sherpaautotransport.com\/get-your-free-quote\/?utm_source=3sauto-KEYWORD-310-CTA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\">\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/logo-sherpa-auto.png\" alt=\"logo-sherpa-auto\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h6>Sherpa<\/h6>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Our Rating: 4.5 out of 5.0<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"btn-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sherpaautotransport.com\/get-your-free-quote\/?utm_source=3sauto-KEYWORD-310-CTA\" class=\"btn btn-primary full\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">See Plans<\/a>\n                                                            <span class=\"cv-btn-disclaimer\"><p>On Sherpa&#8217;s Website<\/p>\n<\/span>\n                            \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"tel:(888) 916-6358\" class=\"btn btn-secondary full\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">(888) 916-6358<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t                                <span class=\"cv-btn-disclaimer\"><p>Or Call Sherpa Directly<\/p>\n<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"table-column\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"superlative\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5>Easy Online Quotes<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"logo\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/nexusautotransport.com\/?utm_source=three-ships&#038;utm_medium=website&#038;utm_campaign=referral&#038;utm_subid=other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\">\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/nexus-logo-2.png\" alt=\"nexus logo\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h6>Nexus<\/h6>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Our Rating: 4.6 out of 5.0<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"btn-group\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/nexusautotransport.com\/?utm_source=three-ships&#038;utm_medium=website&#038;utm_campaign=referral&#038;utm_subid=other\" class=\"btn btn-primary full\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">See Plans<\/a>\n                                                            <span class=\"cv-btn-disclaimer\"><p>On Nexus&#8217; Website<\/p>\n<\/span>\n                            \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"tel:(224) 286-8173\" class=\"btn btn-secondary full\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">(224) 286-8173<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t                                <span class=\"cv-btn-disclaimer\"><p>Or Call Nexus Directly<\/p>\n<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Knowing how to ship a car to another state before you start shopping for a car transport company can help you get the best rates and ensure a stress-free move. To help with your next shipment, our team put together this guide to using auto movers to ship your car across state lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this start-to-finish guide to using an auto transport company, we\u2019ve included sample quotes to help give you a general idea of shipping prices. You\u2019ll also find advice on how to lower your costs and recommendations for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/car-shipping-companies\/\">best car shipping providers<\/a> from our latest auto transport study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Ship A Car From One State To Another<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the specifics can vary between auto transport services, but you can follow some of the same general steps to make sure your state-to-state move is as hassle-free as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Pick a Car Carrier Transport Type<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing you must do in the car shipping process is to decide what car shipping services you need. There are several ways to ship a car, so it&#8217;s important to research all your options first.<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper collapsable_content_widget\" id=\"collapsable_content_widget-block_d9ac7d6cb8302f3c6b7d33240739a9b2\" style=\"height: 45px;\">\n\t\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Car Carrier Transport Types<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are the common auto transport types:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Open carrier car shipping<\/strong>: This is the most common and most affordable method to ship a car. This car shipping method transports your vehicle on a truck trailer that leaves your vehicle exposed to the elements and common road hazards. However, it is more affordable because the carrier is able to transport up to 10 cars at a time, which lowers individual costs.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enclosed car shipping<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/enclosed-auto-transport\/\">Enclosed auto transport services<\/a> typically cost 33% more than an open-air carrier, yet your car is protected during transit by walls and a roof. The higher cost is due to the fact that the carrier transports fewer vehicles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shipping a car by train<\/strong>: The best  way to ship a vehicle using a rail freight company is Amtrak\u2019s Auto Train. This method is generally cheaper than truck carriers, however, it is only available on one line that runs between Washington, D.C. and Orlando, Florida. The train will not offload vehicles in between the two cities, so unless you need your vehicle shipped close to one of those destinations, this option is not for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose Your Drop-Off and Pick-Up Locations<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There are multiple ways to plan for where your vehicle will be picked up and dropped off. Below are the options for where you can have your car shipped from and to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/door-to-door-transport\/\">Door-to-door shipping<\/a>:<\/strong> This service ships your vehicles as close as possible from your preferred pick-up location to your desired drop-off location, such as your home or workplace.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terminal-to-terminal shipping:<\/strong> If you want to save money, this option is generally cheaper because you must deliver your car to a terminal and pick it up from a shipping terminal. Typically, terminal-to-terminal shipping is slower than door-to-door shipping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Port-to-port shipping:<\/strong> If you are moving outside of the contagious 48 states, this option allows you to drop your vehicle off at your pre-selected port and your vehicle will be shipped overseas to the port of delivery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"show-more-bar\">\n\t\t\t<span>Show more<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span>Show less<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Research Car Shipping Companies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These days, there are a lot of car shipping providers out there. While they all provide the same basic service, the differences between them can be stark in terms of price, options, customer support, and overall reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper collapsable_content_widget\" id=\"collapsable_content_widget-block_d9ac7d6cb8302f3c6b7d33240739a9b2\" style=\"height: 45px;\">\n\t\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Find Good Car Shipping Options<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/car-shipping-quotes-online\/\">get shipping quotes<\/a> from several providers to be able to compare rates. Still, it helps narrow down your options before getting quotes. Here are a few of the best ways to do this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Read round-ups: <\/strong>Shipping company round-ups are useful because experts in the field have done a lot of the research for you. These often include ratings based on the most important considerations for shipping companies and can give you a better idea of which companies may be best suited for your needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ask friends: <\/strong>If you have a friend or family member that has shipped a car before, ask for their opinion. Not only can they give you an honest opinion about the company they used, they can also give you some tips and tricks based on their experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Post on forums: <\/strong>Internet discussion boards such as Reddit can be a good place to ask for advice on car shipping. Just remember that companies may pose as \u201cregular\u201d commenters, so take the responses you get with a grain of salt and compare them to what you learn on your own.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"show-more-bar\">\n\t\t\t<span>Show more<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span>Show less<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Get Shipping Quotes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, most auto transport companies make it easy to get free quotes directly from their websites. This allows you to get an accurate idea of the cost of shipping your car to another state and compare offers from the companies you choose.<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper collapsable_content_widget\" id=\"collapsable_content_widget-block_d9ac7d6cb8302f3c6b7d33240739a9b2\" style=\"height: 45px;\">\n\t\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advice for Getting Auto Transport Quotes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting quotes from car shippers is about as simple and straightforward as it gets. Many companies offer instant quotes, but most of those that don\u2019t should get back to you within a few hours. Still, there are some best practices worth mentioning, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Remember that prices can increase: <\/strong>While some auto transporters guarantee their quotes, it is also very common for the final price to increase from the original quote. So while one company\u2019s initial offer to ship your car across state lines may be lower, if another\u2019s is guaranteed, it may actually be cheaper in the end.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use alternate contact information if possible: <\/strong>One thing we learned in our research is that many shipping companies are very persistent once you request a quote. While you can usually opt out of communications, we recommend giving alternate contact details if possible to keep your primary methods free of spam. It\u2019s easy to set up a second email account if you don\u2019t already have one, and there are many voice over internet protocol (VoIP) providers that can provide an alternate phone number for free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Understand that your choices matter: <\/strong>Most providers offer at least a few options on how to ship your car and will ask for your preferences at quote time. These options can make a big difference in price and service. For example, you can save money by choosing open instead of enclosed shipping, but you\u2019ll also be at a much greater risk for damage during transit. We\u2019ll go into more detail about those options later in the article.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quotes may be adjustable: <\/strong>There may be some wiggle room in the quote you receive. For starters, some companies offer discounts for people in certain groups or categories or for paying in cash. Others may offer price-matching policies. And even if they don\u2019t, some providers may be willing to negotiate, given how competitive the car shipping industry can be. It never hurts to ask for a lower price.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Get Car Shipping Quotes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While you don\u2019t need a huge amount of information to start getting quotes, it\u2019s never a bad idea to have everything you need in one place beforehand. Different providers ask for slightly different information, but in general, you may need the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Vehicle make, model, year, and operability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pickup and delivery locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ideal shipping time frame<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Desired shipping options, such as open vs. enclosed transport and door-to-door vs. terminal-to-terminal transport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact information such as your phone number and email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vehicle identification number (VIN)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"show-more-bar\">\n\t\t\t<span>Show more<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span>Show less<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Choose an Auto Transport Company<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s tempting to just go with the cheapest option you get and call it a day. But there\u2019s more to consider than price. Quality matters when you need to ship a car, especially over long distances. There are a few things to look out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper collapsable_content_widget\" id=\"collapsable_content_widget-block_d9ac7d6cb8302f3c6b7d33240739a9b2\" style=\"height: 45px;\">\n\t\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hidden fees: <\/strong>Your quote may not include all of the fees and surcharges that come with shipping a car to another state, but they should be mentioned in any contract a provider sends your way. Make sure to read the fine print carefully and follow up with a representative to get an accurate idea of the final price before signing anything.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Company reputation:<\/strong> Reading customer reviews online can help you evaluate a provider. While it\u2019s normal for car shippers to receive a few complaints here and there, patterns of behavior like price increases, delays, or poor communications are major red flags.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Carrier vetting: <\/strong>Most auto transport companies serve as brokers that line customers up with individual carriers that can best serve their needs. Some companies have thorough vetting processes to ensure they only use professional drivers with a good track record, but others aren\u2019t so careful. A moving company that offers you the lowest price may only be able to do so because they work with carriers that other companies won\u2019t.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve found the auto shipper you want, double-check the details of the contract before signing. You may also need to put down a deposit to finalize the agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"show-more-bar\">\n\t\t\t<span>Show more<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span>Show less<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Prepare Your Car<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While you don\u2019t have to get your vehicle absolutely perfect before the auto transport service arrives, there are a few things to take care of. Requirements may vary from company to company, but the steps to prepare your car for shipping it to another state are fairly basic.<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper collapsable_content_widget\" id=\"collapsable_content_widget-block_d9ac7d6cb8302f3c6b7d33240739a9b2\" style=\"height: 45px;\">\n\t\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Prepare Your Car to Ship to Another State: A Checklist<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several things you\u2019ll want to do before your car carrier arrives. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Leave some gas in it:<\/strong> You don\u2019t need to fill your gas tank before shipping your car, nor do you need to drain it. However, you\u2019ll want to make sure your tank is 1\/4 full when the moving truck arrives. This is because the carrier may need to drive it around a little bit when unloading and loading it off and on the tow dolly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Remove personal items: <\/strong>Auto transporters ask you to remove all personal belongings from your car before shipping it. Loose items inside the vehicle can bounce around during transit and damage your car. Some car shipping companies allow you to ship your car with stuff in it, but they typically have weight restrictions and packing instructions you\u2019ll need to follow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inspect your vehicle thoroughly: <\/strong>No matter how careful a truck driver is, cars can easily be damaged during shipping \u2013 especially over long-distance shipments to other states. Carefully inspect your car inside and out, and consider taking photos to document any existing damage. This will allow you to easily identify any new damage when you receive your vehicle and provide proof if you need to file a claim against a driver\u2019s insurance policy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fasten all seatbelts:<\/strong> Vehicles vibrate and shake a lot while in transit. As a result, it\u2019s possible for the metal connectors on your seatbelts to fly around and break a window or cause other damage. Fastening your safety belts before shipping can prevent this.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"show-more-bar\">\n\t\t\t<span>Show more<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span>Show less<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Meet Your Driver on Pick-Up Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You should receive a heads-up from either your shipping company or the driver themself when they are ready to pick your vehicle up. Either you or a representative you choose will need to meet the driver to do a few things before they hit the road:<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper collapsable_content_widget\" id=\"collapsable_content_widget-block_d9ac7d6cb8302f3c6b7d33240739a9b2\" style=\"height: 45px;\">\n\t\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Inspect the vehicle:<\/strong> You should do this ahead of time, but the carrier will also likely want to go over the car and note existing damage. This protects both of you in the event your vehicle is damaged during transit. If you\u2019ve documented your existing damage, you can provide the driver with this information to speed up the process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sign the bill of lading: <\/strong>A bill of lading is a standard legal form used in most logistics services. It outlines your shipping agreement and notes existing damages, among other things. You\u2019ll need to sign it again when you receive your vehicle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"show-more-bar\">\n\t\t\t<span>Show more<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span>Show less<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Wait for Delivery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Car shipping times are always approximate at best. Drivers are at the mercy of several factors that can delay a shipment, including weather conditions, traffic, and auto accidents. When you ship a car to another state over long distances, the probability that a carrier runs into an issue increases. But there are some things you can do while you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper collapsable_content_widget\" id=\"collapsable_content_widget-block_d9ac7d6cb8302f3c6b7d33240739a9b2\" style=\"height: 45px;\">\n\t\n\n\n<p>During the shipment, you should be able to check on your vehicle\u2019s location. Some companies offer live GPS tracking via an app or through their website. If they don\u2019t, they can usually provide you with a location over the phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your shipment taking a little longer than expected shouldn\u2019t be cause for concern. But if there are major delays, the shipping company should be able to offer some kind of concession to help make things right. You\u2019ve paid for their service, so you shouldn\u2019t hesitate to call and ask for an explanation or assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"show-more-bar\">\n\t\t\t<span>Show more<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span>Show less<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Meet Your Driver at the Delivery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You should receive notice that your car is close to being delivered with more specific information about when and where to meet the driver. If you can\u2019t make it yourself, you\u2019ll need to send someone you trust to act as your representative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before your driver leaves, there are a few things you should do:<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper collapsable_content_widget\" id=\"collapsable_content_widget-block_d9ac7d6cb8302f3c6b7d33240739a9b2\" style=\"height: 45px;\">\n\t\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Reinspect your vehicle: <\/strong>After the driver unloads your car, look over it carefully for signs of new damage. Take notes and photos of any dents, scratches, or other damages you see. Your driver won\u2019t be able to help you with claims on the spot, so there\u2019s no need to discuss these damages with them at this time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ask to drive your car: <\/strong>Your driver may be in a hurry, but it\u2019s a good idea to start your car up and drive it \u2013 even just for a few feet \u2013 to check for immediate signs of mechanical damage. It\u2019s not unheard of for wheel and axle components to incur some damage in transit and this damage should be immediately apparent if it exists.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pay the remaining balance: <\/strong>With most auto transport companies, you\u2019ll pay the balance of your fee to the driver directly. Some drivers may require cash or a cashier\u2019s check and may not be able to take a credit card. Even if they do, you may be able to get a discount by paying in cash.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sign the bill of lading again: <\/strong>Signing the bill of lading a second time represents the end of your transaction. It is here that you can note new damages if you spot any.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"show-more-bar\">\n\t\t\t<span>Show more<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span>Show less<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Follow Up If Needed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your transaction is complete once you\u2019ve signed the Bill of Lading for a second time. But if you found damages or were otherwise unsatisfied with your service, there are some things you can do to address that. And even if things went perfectly, there\u2019s some follow-up that you may want to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper collapsable_content_widget\" id=\"collapsable_content_widget-block_d9ac7d6cb8302f3c6b7d33240739a9b2\" style=\"height: 45px;\">\n\t\n\n\n<p>Below are some of the follow-up actions you can take:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Filing an insurance claim: <\/strong>If your car was damaged in transit, you\u2019ll need to file a claim with the driver\u2019s insurer. This is where having detailed notes and photo evidence makes things much easier. The insurance company you need to contact should be listed in the contract or bill of lading. But if you can\u2019t find it, the auto transport company should be able to provide it to you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Making a complaint to your provider: <\/strong>If something went wrong with your shipment, it\u2019s never a bad idea to let your shipping provider know \u2013 even if the issue is strictly with the individual carrier. This could help them remove the driver from their pool, and it may even end in the company compensating you in some way.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Making a complaint online: <\/strong>You can also make a public complaint about your issues online for other potential customers to see. Leaving a negative review or complaint on the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and other sites may also inspire the company to take action and try to rectify the situation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Leaving a positive review online: <\/strong>Positive reviews are just as helpful as negative reviews, since both provide firsthand information about the customer experience. In our research, we found that reviews tend to skew negative, since people are generally more inspired to leave negative reviews when looking for a solution than they are to report a positive experience. Highlighting a good experience with a company can help steer future customers in the right direction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"show-more-bar\">\n\t\t\t<span>Show more<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span>Show less<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much to Ship a Car to Another State?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It typically costs <strong>between $1,000 and $2,000 to ship a car long-distance<\/strong>, such as from one state to another, according to our cost data research and secret shopper study. Car shipping costs vary widely \u2013 especially when they involve shipping a car between two states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost to Ship a Car to Another State<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To help us get a better understanding of how much real customers pay to ship their cars, we conducted a survey of 1,000 auto transport customers. The chart below breaks down what we learned from the responses we received.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper visualizer_block_widget\" id=\"visualizer_block_widget-block_862204f0e8008a57b0581349b1d9faed\">\n    <div class=\"three_ships_widget-table\" style=\"border-color: #de0019; border-width: 1px;\">\n        <div class=\"table-head\" style=\"background-color: #de0019;\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"table-body\">\n            <div class=\"visualizer-front-container visualizer-lazy-render\" id=\"chart_wrapper_visualizer-407422-784706717\"><style type=\"text\/css\" name=\"visualizer-custom-css\" id=\"customcss-visualizer-407422\">.locker,.locker-loader{position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%}.locker{z-index:1000;opacity:.8;background-color:#fff;-ms-filter:\"progid:DXImageTransform.Microsoft.Alpha(Opacity=80)\";filter:alpha(opacity=80)}.locker-loader{z-index:1001;background:url(https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/wp-content\/plugins\/visualizer\/images\/ajax-loader.gif) no-repeat center center}.dt-button{display:none!important}.visualizer-front-container.visualizer-lazy-render{content-visibility: auto;}.google-visualization-controls-categoryfilter label.google-visualization-controls-label {vertical-align: middle;}.google-visualization-controls-categoryfilter li.goog-inline-block {margin: 0 0.2em;}.google-visualization-controls-categoryfilter li {padding: 0 0.2em;}.visualizer-front-container .dataTables_scrollHeadInner{margin: 0 auto;}.visualizer-editor-front-container{position:relative;width:auto;margin:5%;background:#fff}.visualizer-editor-front{overflow:hidden;width:100%;height:500px}.visualizer-editor-front-actions{padding-bottom:3px}.visualizer-editor-save,.visualizer-editor-cancel{margin:0 4px;padding:2px 15px}.visualizer-cw-error .visualizer-actions{display:none !important;} <\/style><div id=\"visualizer-407422-784706717\" class=\"visualizer-front  visualizer-front-407422\"><\/div><!-- Not showing structured data for chart 407422 because license is empty --><\/div>        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"table-footer\">\n                        <div class=\"logo\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"196\" height=\"30\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Automoblog-Text-196x30.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Automoblog small logo\" \/>            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The reason for such a large range is that rates are individualized for each job. There can be major differences between jobs and what auto shipping companies charge for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quotes to Have a Car Shipped to Another State<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team conducted a secret shopper study during our research to get a more accurate idea of what auto transport companies charge. We requested quotes to ship a 2018 Nissan Rogue SUV in operable condition between several different locations for both open-air and enclosed shipping services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the table below, you\u2019ll find the quotes we received for several of the top providers in our study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table><thead><tr><th>Car Shipping Company<\/th><th>Shipping Distance<\/th><th>Open Transport <br>Shipping Quote<\/th><th>Enclosed Transport <br>Shipping Quote<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Sherpa Auto Transport<\/td><td>1,500 miles<\/td><td>$1,075<\/td><td>$1,275<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>AmeriFreight<\/td><td>1,500 miles<\/td><td>$1,199<\/td><td>$2,038<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RoadRunner Auto Transport<\/td><td>1,500 miles<\/td><td>$1,245<\/td><td>$1,445<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SGT Auto Transport<\/td><td>1,500 miles<\/td><td>$1,385<\/td><td>$2,079<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Montway Auto Transport<\/td><td>1,500 miles<\/td><td>$1,459<\/td><td>$1,829<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>American Auto Shipping<\/td><td>1,500 miles<\/td><td>$1,559<\/td><td>$2,079<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>uShip<\/td><td>1,500 miles<\/td><td>$1,605<\/td><td>$1,995<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Easy Auto Ship<\/td><td>1,500 miles<\/td><td>$1,669<\/td><td>$2,169<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Auto Shipping Cost Factors: Explained<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Car shipping companies use several factors to come up with the rates they charge for car shipping services. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper collapsable_content_widget\" id=\"collapsable_content_widget-block_d9ac7d6cb8302f3c6b7d33240739a9b2\" style=\"height: 45px;\">\n\t\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shipping distance: <\/strong>Car shippers charge by the mile. So shipping a car to another state cross-country will obviously cost more than to the next state over. However, per-mile rates do tend to decrease as the moving distance increases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shipping options: <\/strong>Which options you choose also impacts the cost of your shipment. Premium options, such as using an enclosed carrier instead of open transport, can cost significantly more than standard services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vehicle type: <\/strong>Shipping costs usually go up the larger and more expensive a car is. Auto transport companies may charge additional fees to transport high-value vehicles like exotic or classic cars or alternative vehicles like RVs, ATVs, and motorcycles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time of year: <\/strong>Car shipping is a seasonal industry. Rates tend to be at their highest during January and the summer months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vehicle condition: <\/strong>Most car shippers charge more to move a vehicle if it&#8217;s inoperable and can&#8217;t be driven.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shipping speed: <\/strong>Some companies offer services like expedited shipping and guaranteed pickup dates if you\u2019re in a rush. These options often cost substantially more than standard vehicle transport rates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pickup and delivery locations: <\/strong>Companies may also charge more if they need to travel away from major transit routes or to rural destinations to pick up or drop off your vehicle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Car shipping company: <\/strong>Finally, rates simply vary between companies \u2013 even for the same service for the same vehicle. That\u2019s why we always recommend getting quotes from multiple providers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"show-more-bar\">\n\t\t\t<span>Show more<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span>Show less<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cheapest Way to Ship a Car to Another State<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s nothing you can do about many of the factors that determine your auto-shipping costs, such as when and where you need to ship it. However, there are a few things you can do to try and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/cheap-car-shipping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">save money when transporting a car<\/a> to a different state, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper collapsable_content_widget\" id=\"collapsable_content_widget-block_d9ac7d6cb8302f3c6b7d33240739a9b2\" style=\"height: 45px;\">\n\t\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Choose open transport: <\/strong>Open carrier shipping comes with a little more risk than enclosed shipping, but it also tends to cost much less.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be flexible: <\/strong>Similar to buying airline tickets, being flexible about your shipping dates can help you get a cheaper price.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opt for terminal-to-terminal shipping: <\/strong>Not every company offers it as an option, but shipping your car between two central locations is often far less expensive than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/door-to-door-transport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">door-to-door service<\/a>. Just make sure to consider the cost of your time to drop off and pick up your vehicle from the terminals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compare quotes: <\/strong>Shopping around is a good way to find the best rates in almost any industry, car shipping included. Companies will almost certainly quote you different rates for your car shipment, so getting estimates from multiple shippers can potentially save you a significant amount of money.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pay in cash: <\/strong>Many auto transporters offer a discount for paying in cash. Make sure to ask if this is an option when discussing your quote with a provider.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Look for discounts: <\/strong>Car transport discounts aren\u2019t very common, but some companies do offer them. You may be able to get lower rates for belonging to organizations like the military, or for certain statuses like being a student or a senior citizen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"show-more-bar\">\n\t\t\t<span>Show more<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span>Show less<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Ship a Vehicle to Another State: Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Shipping a car to another state can seem like a lot to take in \u2013 especially if it\u2019s your first time doing it. However, you can find the most cost-effective way to ship your vehicle and ensure a smooth shipping process by following a few basic steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While we found a majority of people paid between $1,000 to $2,000 to transport a car across state lines, your own shipping rates will depend on several factors about your vehicle and the services you need. Getting car shipping quotes is the only way to get a precise idea of what you\u2019ll pay. Our team recommends getting quotes from a few different auto transport providers to find the best rates available to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Picks for Shipping a Car to Another State<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning how to ship a car to another state should be easy, especially if you pick one of the leading auto transport providers. Below, we&#8217;ve listed our top-rated car shipping companies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table><thead><tr><th>Car Shipping Company<\/th><th>Overall Rating<\/th><th>Cost Rating<\/th><th>Shipping Options Rating<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>AmeriFreight<\/td><td>4.7<\/td><td>4.2<\/td><td>5.0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Montway Auto Transport<\/td><td>4.6<\/td><td>4.1<\/td><td>4.7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nexus Auto Transport<\/td><td>4.6<\/td><td>4.0<\/td><td>5.0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">*<em>Ratings are determined by our editorial review team. Learn more about our scoring methodology below.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1 AmeriFreight: Best Overall<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>AmeriFreight has earned the top spot in our auto shipping review standards due to its variety of shipping services, discounts, and strong customer service scores. The provider works with thousands of carriers to ship cars to all 50 states. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Price-wise, AmeriFrieght is one of our top rated companies, scoring a 4.2 out of 5.0 in the category. AmeriFreight also offers a variety of discounts ranging from a military discount to discounts for senior citizens and students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Further reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/amerifreight-reviews\/\">AmeriFreight Review<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper single_provider_widget\" id=\"single_provider_widget-block_7f300f5d36efad6e1808fb150f9422d5\">\n    <div class=\"three_ships_widget-table middle\">\n        <div class=\"table-body\">\n            <div class=\"table-column\">\n                                <div class=\"superlative\">\n                    <h5>Best Overall<\/h5>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"rating\">\n                    <p>Our Rating: 4.7 out of 5.0<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"logo\">\n                    <a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amerifreight.net?utm_source=3sauto-click&#038;utm_medium=cpc&#038;utm_campaign=ref\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\">                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/logo-amerifreight.png\" alt=\"logo-amerifreight\">\n                    <\/a>                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"table-column\">\n                                <div class=\"btn-group\">\n                                        <a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amerifreight.net?utm_source=3sauto-click&#038;utm_medium=cpc&#038;utm_campaign=ref\" class=\"btn btn-primary full\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">See Plans<\/a>\n\t                                                <span class=\"sp-btn-disclaimer\"><p>On Our Partner&#8217;s Website<\/p>\n<\/span>\n\t                                                            <a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"tel:(866) 930-8863\" class=\"btn btn-secondary full\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">(866) 930-8863<\/a>\n\t                                                <span class=\"sp-btn-disclaimer\"><p>Or Call Our Partner Directly<\/p>\n<\/span>\n\t                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2 Montway Auto Transport: Best Service Options<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Montway Auto Transport is one of the most popular car shipping providers, having shipped over 250,000 cars in 2023 alone. The company works with over 30,000 vetted carriers, creating a healthy bidding process, which often leads to affordable rates. Montway Auto Transport ships vehicles to all 50 states including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/shipping-car-to-hawaii\/\">Hawaii<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/car-shipping-alaska\/\">Alaska<\/a> and to locations across the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guaranteed pickup dates, expedited deliveries, and various other shipping options help Montway Auto Transport to earn solid reviews online. The company has an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/il\/schaumburg\/profile\/auto-transportation\/montway-auto-transport-0654-88084108\" rel=\"noopener\">A+ score<\/a> on the BBB website, along with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/review\/montway.com\" rel=\"noopener\">4.6- out of 5.0-star rating<\/a> on Trustpilot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Further reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/montway-auto-transport-reviews\/\">Montway Auto Transport review<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper single_provider_widget\" id=\"single_provider_widget-block_2693aa725a151dcc7346dd9d668fbedf\">\n    <div class=\"three_ships_widget-table middle\">\n        <div class=\"table-body\">\n            <div class=\"table-column\">\n                                <div class=\"superlative\">\n                    <h5>Best Service Options<\/h5>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"rating\">\n                    <p>Our Rating: 3 out of 5.0<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"logo\">\n                    <a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montway.com?utm_source=Three-Ships&#038;utm_medium=cpc&#038;utm_campaign=best-car-shipping-companies-page&#038;utm_content=organic-traffic&#038;src=three-ships&#038;phone=8446010286&#038;utm_term=how-to-ship-a-car-to-another-state-amb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\">                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/logo-montway-auto.png\" alt=\"logo-montway-auto\">\n                    <\/a>                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"table-column\">\n                                <div class=\"btn-group\">\n                                        <a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montway.com?utm_source=Three-Ships&#038;utm_medium=cpc&#038;utm_campaign=best-car-shipping-companies-page&#038;utm_content=organic-traffic&#038;src=three-ships&#038;phone=8446010286&#038;utm_term=how-to-ship-a-car-to-another-state-amb\" class=\"btn btn-primary full\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">See Plans<\/a>\n\t                                                <span class=\"sp-btn-disclaimer\"><p>On Our Partner&#8217;s Website<\/p>\n<\/span>\n\t                                                            <a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"tel:(844) 601-0286\" class=\"btn btn-secondary full\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">(844) 601-0286<\/a>\n\t                                                <span class=\"sp-btn-disclaimer\"><p>Or Call Our Partner Directly<\/p>\n<\/span>\n\t                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3 Nexus Auto Transport: Easy Online Quotes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 2015, Nexus Auto Transport is a relatively young auto transport company. However, it has stood out from the competition due to its easy quotes process that can be completed for free online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the company makes the shipping process simple, many of its online reviews tend to include very positive customer feedback, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/il\/chicago\/profile\/auto-transportation\/nexus-auto-transport-0654-90003431\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/il\/chicago\/profile\/auto-transportation\/nexus-auto-transport-0654-90003431\" rel=\"noopener\">4.8 out of 5.0 stars<\/a> from customers on the BBB with over 1,000 reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"three_ships_widget-wrapper single_provider_widget\" id=\"single_provider_widget-block_907319f0a006847726a59d2f526e3a64\">\n    <div class=\"three_ships_widget-table middle\">\n        <div class=\"table-body\">\n            <div class=\"table-column\">\n                                <div class=\"superlative\">\n                    <h5>Easy Online Quotes<\/h5>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"rating\">\n                    <p>Our Rating: 4.6 out of 5.0<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"logo\">\n                    <a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/nexusautotransport.com\/?utm_source=three-ships&#038;utm_medium=website&#038;utm_campaign=referral&#038;utm_subid=other\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\">                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/nexus-logo-2.png\" alt=\"nexus logo\">\n                    <\/a>                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"table-column\">\n                                <div class=\"btn-group\">\n                                        <a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"https:\/\/nexusautotransport.com\/?utm_source=three-ships&#038;utm_medium=website&#038;utm_campaign=referral&#038;utm_subid=other\" class=\"btn btn-primary full\" rel=\"noopener sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">See Plans<\/a>\n\t                                                <span class=\"sp-btn-disclaimer\"><p>On Our Partner&#8217;s Website<\/p>\n<\/span>\n\t                                                            <a data-segment-action=\"click\" href=\"tel:(224) 286-8173\" class=\"btn btn-secondary full\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">(224) 286-8173<\/a>\n\t                                                <span class=\"sp-btn-disclaimer\"><p>Or Call Our Partner Directly<\/p>\n<\/span>\n\t                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ship a Car to Another State: FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are some frequently asked questions about how to ship a car to another state.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1669838932371\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How much does it cost to ship a car across the U.S.?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>According to the free quotes we received from leading car shipping companies, cross-country vehicle shipments such as from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/car-shipping-california\/\">California<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/car-shipping-new-york\/\">New York<\/a> typically cost slightly less than $2,000. Your shipping cost will depend on the type of car you\u2019re moving, the time of year, whether you choose an open carrier or enclosed auto transport, and various market conditions.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1669838946017\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How much is it to ship a car from Texas to California?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Shipping a 2018 Nissan Rogue from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/car-shipping-san-francisco\/\">San Francisco<\/a> to Austin, Texas on an open trailer costs about $1,385 with SGT Auto Transport. Your shipping cost may vary considerably depending on vehicle type, time of year, and your chosen type of transport vehicle.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1669838955423\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How much does it cost to ship a car from Florida to North Carolina?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>According to Montway Auto Transport, it costs $709 to ship a 2018 Nissan Rogue from Orlando, Florida to Raleigh, North Carolina via an open car carrier. Your car shipment might cost more or less depending on the size and type of vehicle, transport method, and other variables. Rates may also vary if you\u2019re located in Miami, Tampa, or Jacksonville instead.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1669838966818\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong><strong>How long does shipping a car from Seattle to Los Angeles take?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>According to Montway Auto Transport, shipping a car from Seattle to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.net\/research\/shipping\/car-shipping-los-angeles\/\">Los Angeles<\/a> takes four to six days. Your vehicle shipping timeline will vary based on the time of year, weather conditions, and how competitive the shipping route is.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Methodology<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our expert review team takes satisfaction in providing accurate and unbiased information. We identified the following rating categories based on consumer survey data and conducted extensive research to formulate rankings of the best car shipping companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Prices<\/strong>: A variety of factors influence cost, so it can be difficult to compare quotes between providers. Our team performs ongoing secret shopper analyses for different vehicles, services, and shipping routes to give this rating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Services<\/strong>: Because each consumer has unique needs, it\u2019s essential that an auto transport company offers an array of services. We take into account the availability of services, ability to guarantee pickup and drop-off dates, and insurance coverage options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reputation<\/strong>: Our team considers Better Business Bureau (BBB) ratings, a company\u2019s history of service, and years in business when giving this score.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customer Service<\/strong>: Reputable car shippers operate with a certain degree of care for consumers. We take into account customer reviews, BBB complaints, and the responsiveness of the customer service team.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Affiliate Disclosure: Automoblog and its partners may earn a commission if you employ the services of the car shipping providers outlined here. These commissions come to us at no additional cost to you. Our research team has carefully vetted dozens of car shipping providers. 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