Ship a Car Cross Country — Coast-to-Coast Auto Transport in 5–9 Days
Cross-country car shipping is our highest-volume category. We move vehicles between the East and West Coast every day — 2,500 to 3,000 miles, 5 to 9 days transit, one binding price. No hidden fees, no upfront deposit.
Popular Cross-Country Routes
The highest-volume coast-to-coast lanes:
- California ↔ Florida (~2,500 mi)
- California ↔ New York (~2,800 mi)
- Washington ↔ Florida (~3,100 mi)
- Los Angeles ↔ Boston (~3,000 mi)
- Seattle ↔ Miami (~3,300 mi)
How Long Does Cross-Country Shipping Take?
Rule of thumb: 1 day of transit per 400 miles driven, plus a 1–7 business day pickup window. A 2,800-mile Los Angeles → New York route typically dispatches within 3 days and delivers 7–9 days after pickup.
Cross-Country Cost Breakdown
Coast-to-coast open transport for a standard sedan runs $1,100–$1,600 in 2026. Trucks and SUVs add 10–20%. Enclosed transport runs $1,800–$2,800. Snowbird season (Oct–Mar for FL, summer for CA) can add 10–20% on peak lanes.
Why Cross-Country Is Actually the Cheapest Per-Mile
Short shipments (<500 miles) have a fixed minimum ~$275–$450 because a truck still needs to detour off its main route. Coast-to-coast shipments ride the interstate mainlines — carriers price them at $0.40–$0.55 per mile, making them the cheapest per-mile shipping in the industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to ship a car cross country?
Open transport: $1,100–$1,600 for a standard sedan on a 2,500–3,000 mile route. Enclosed: $1,800–$2,800. Trucks and SUVs add 10–20%. Get a live binding quote in 30 seconds.
How long does it take to ship a car cross country?
5–9 days in transit after pickup, plus a 1–7 business day pickup window. Total door-to-door: 6–14 days. Expedited service tightens the pickup window to 1–5 days.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship a car cross country?
For 2,500+ miles, shipping is almost always cheaper once you factor in fuel ($400+), hotels ($400+), meals, wear and tear ($0.10/mile IRS), and time off work. Shipping also delivers your car without adding 50,000 miles to the odometer.
Do you offer cross-country enclosed shipping?
Yes. Toggle 'Enclosed' in the calculator. Coast-to-coast enclosed transport runs $1,800–$2,800 for luxury and classic vehicles.
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