Vehicle Shipping Estimate
Car Shipping Cost Calculator.
Use the car shipping cost calculator below to build a general transportation estimate based on vehicle type, transport distance, transport method and vehicle condition. Change any of the calculator options and your estimated range will appear automatically.
Vehicle + Transport Details
Move the slider to approximately how far your vehicle needs to travel. Your estimated transportation range will update automatically as soon as you change the distance.
Approximate mileage is one of the biggest factors affecting transportation cost.
Larger vehicles can require additional carrier space.
Choose between standard open or enclosed transport.
Non-running vehicles can require additional handling.
From Vehicle Details To An Estimate.
The calculator is designed to provide a useful planning range without suggesting that every vehicle shipment has one universal price. Adjust the vehicle, distance, condition or transport method and the calculator updates immediately.
Vehicle Type
Select the general type of vehicle being transported. A compact car, SUV and full-size pickup can require different amounts of carrier space.
Approximate Mileage
Move the distance slider to approximately how far the vehicle will travel. The estimate updates as you move the slider.
Open Or Enclosed
Open transportation is commonly used for everyday vehicles, while enclosed carrier capacity is more specialized.
Planning Range
Your estimate appears automatically whenever one of the calculator selections changes.
Real Transportation. Real Variables.
A Calculator Is The Starting Point.
Auto transportation takes place on real roads in a changing carrier market. That is why the final price cannot be determined by mileage alone.
The exact pickup and delivery areas, vehicle dimensions, season and current carrier availability all help shape the actual transportation quote.
Carrier traffic can differ significantly by location.
Transportation demand is not always equal both ways.
Available capacity can change throughout the year.
More flexible scheduling can provide more options.
Estimated Cost By Distance.
These general open-transport planning ranges form the starting point for the calculator. Vehicle size, condition and transportation method can move an estimate above or below the baseline range.
Vehicle Size + Pricing
Not Every Vehicle Takes The Same Space.
A compact passenger car and a full-size pickup do not use the same amount of carrier capacity. The estimator therefore adjusts the planning range based on the general vehicle category selected.
For an actual quote, the exact year, make, model and vehicle condition should be provided.
Compact + Sedan
Smaller passenger vehicles generally require less carrier space than larger SUVs and trucks.
SUV + Crossover
SUV dimensions vary substantially, so larger models can affect the transportation estimate.
Pickup Trucks
Full-size and heavy-duty pickups can occupy more carrier space and add additional weight.
Non-Running
Inoperable vehicles can require additional equipment or handling depending on their condition.
Cars. Trucks. SUVs. EVs. Luxury.
We Coordinate Transport For All Makes & Models.
From everyday commuter vehicles and family SUVs to pickup trucks, EVs, luxury cars and specialty vehicles, American Auto Express coordinates nationwide vehicle transportation for a wide range of manufacturers.
These are only some of the manufacturers we can coordinate transportation for. Request a quote with your exact year, make and model.
Open Or Enclosed Changes The Estimate.
Open Auto Transport
Open transportation is widely used for everyday cars, trucks and SUVs and is generally the more economical option.
Learn About Open Transport →
Enclosed Auto Transport
Enclosed transportation typically carries a higher price because enclosed carrier capacity is more specialized.
Learn About Enclosed Transport →About Your Calculator Estimate
The American Auto Express car shipping cost calculator provides a general planning estimate only. It is not a binding quote, guaranteed carrier rate or guarantee of carrier availability. Actual transportation pricing can change based on the exact vehicle, origin, destination, route conditions, requested schedule, transport method and available carrier capacity.
For current transportation pricing, request a quote using the exact details of the vehicle you need moved.
Cost Calculator FAQ.
Get Pricing For Your Actual Vehicle.
Use your vehicle and route information to request transportation pricing based on the shipment you actually need.