FAQs
Your Car Shipping Questions Answered
How Long Does Car Shipping Take?
Moving a vehicle takes time depending on several factors such as distance, traffic, carrier availability, weather, road construction, detours, and driver hours. Distances of up to 200 miles normally take 1 day, whereas distances greater than 2,000 miles can take 4-5 days. On average, drivers can drive 400 miles per day, so if you divide the total distance by 400, you can know how long it takes to ship your car.
How Much Does Car Shipping Cost?
The average cost of auto shipping inside the continental United States is around $1,000, with the lowest around $700-$750 and the highest around $1200-$1,300. The per-mile average for automotive shipping is $0.60/mile for trips greater than 1,000 miles. Shorter routes cost more each mile (about $1). However, the entire cost of shipping a vehicle is determined by factors such as the chosen transportation mode, the time of year, the distance to be traveled, and the vehicle size, among others. You can use our online car shipping cost calculator to get an instant price quote.
Can You Ship a Car with Personal Items Inside?
Car shipping companies advise that you remove all of your personal belongings before shipping your car. However, We allow up to 100 pounds of personal items in the automobile.
What Happens if My Car is Damaged During Transit?
If your car is damaged in transit, the shipping company or carrier is liable for the damage and should resolve the issue. To ensure a successful claim process, fully document the damage by taking photos and noting it on the Bill of Lading when you receive the vehicle. You can claim for insurance coverage if your vehicle gets damaged during transit. You can get insurance coverage of up to $250K for open car carriers and up to $1M for enclosed vehicle transportation.
Is my Car Insured During transport?
Yes, your car is fully insured during transportation. Basically, auto transport companies are legally required to hold insurance to cover damage that occurs while your vehicle is in transit. GENX Auto Transport provides insurance coverage of up to $250K if you use open carrier transportation and for enclosed vehicle shipment, we provide insurance coverage of up to $1M.
What Would it Cost to Ship a Car?
On average, you can expect to pay between $0.40 and $2.00 per mile for car transport service. It all depends on the distance of your shipment, the carrier, the location, the vehicle, the time of year, and the speed of delivery. When you use a professional service like GENX to ship an automobile, the cost varies depending on these and other aspects. Our instant online auto-shipping quote calculator is the most effective way to calculate your car shipping prices. Simply, put all the details and get to know the price of your shipments instantly.
What Payment Methods Do You Accept for Car Shipping?
We accept Zelle, Venmo, Cashapp, PayPal, and Credit Card.
State to State Car Shipping
How Much Does it Cost to Ship a Car from California to Florida?
The cost of shipping an automobile from California to Florida varies depending on various factors. These considerations include the distance between the two places, the type and size of the vehicle, the mode of transportation, and any additional services or choices necessary. The typical cost of transporting a car between these two states is between $900 and $1,500, though rates can vary depending on particular factors. To obtain an exact estimate, use our online car shipping cost calculator.
How to Ship a Car from State to State?
If you want to ship a car from state to state, choose enclosed auto transport as it is ideal for long-distance shipments and protects your vehicle from damage and external environment, like dust, dirt, and weather conditions. At GENX, we provide state-to-state auto transport services and every year we ship more than 3000 vesicles through enclosed auto transportation.
How Much Does it Cost to Ship a Car 1000 Miles?
The average cost to ship a car 1000 miles is around $1,150. If you ship your car by using open carrier shipments, it will typically cost you $900. Using enclosed auto transport can cost you around $1400.
Can You Ship Your Car to Another State?
Yes, you can ship your car to another state by using our state-to-state car shipping. The most common state-to-state car shipping method is open carrier transportation that can haul 9-10 cars at once on a single trailer. For longer shipments, enclosed shipment is an ideal way that haul 3-5 cars at once a trailer that is completely secured and protected.
How Much Does it Cost to Ship a Car Across the Country?
The cost of moving a car across the country depends on its weight, size, vehicle type, method of shipment, distance, etc. Using open auto shipping services, the average cost to move a typical Sedan across the US is $1,341. While enclosed auto transportation costs approximately 30% to 40% greater than an open car shipment. To get the exact pricing details, use our online car shipping cost calculator.
How Much to Ship a Car from Florida to California?
The cost of shipping an automobile from Florida to California varies depending on several factors, including distance, vehicle size and weight, transportation type (enclosed or open), and current market pricing. On average, car shipping costs for this route are between $800 and $1,500.
How Much to Ship a Car Across the US?
The average cost of shipping a car across the continental United States is roughly $1,000, however, it can vary between $700 and $1,300. The cost is determined by a variety of criteria, including distance, vehicle type, time of year, and shipment method.
Specific Scenarios
Can I Ship an Inoperable Car?
Yes, you can ship an inoperable car. But, shipping an inoperable car or non-running car can cost more as it requires efforts, equipment, and precautions that affect the overall price.
What Documents do I Need to Ship my Car?
A Bill of Lading is required when shipping your vehicles. Other additional documents that are required are a driver’s license, proof of insurance, photo ID, car title and registration, or any combination of these.
Can I Ship a Classic or Luxury Car Safely?
Yes, you can ship your classic or luxury cars safely with GENX Auto Transport’s enclosed vehicle shipment. This method of shipment is ideal for high-value, classic, or luxury cars as the vehicles are completely secured in an enclosed trailer that protects them from weather conditions, road debris, dirt, dust, dents, and scratches.
Can Dealerships Ship Cars to You?
Yes, dealerships can ship cars to you. Car dealerships often deliver vehicles within a specific range, from local areas to cross-country distances.
What’s the Difference between Open and Enclosed Transport?
In open transport, your vehicle is often transported on a large, two-level trailer. Open mobility is appropriate for all types of vehicles, particularly conventional models and used cars. You can ship 9-10 cars at once through open car transport. Enclosed transport involves shipping your car using a car carrier with a fully enclosed trailer. This shipment method provides significantly more security and protection. Enclosed transportation is typically required for owners who want to transfer a new car, an antique car, or a collector. Shipping using open transport is faster and cheaper than enclosed transport. Whereas, enclosed auto transport can cost you 30-40 % more than open carrier shipments as it provides added security and protection to your vehicle because of the fully enclosed trailers. You can ship 3-5 cars at once through enclosed vehicle shipment.
How do You Track Your Car During Shipping?
While your vehicle is being transported, you can simply track its location. We provide you with a tracking number so that you can relax while waiting for your vehicle delivery. Our network of drivers is professional. They will email you tracking numbers once you have booked. After completing your booking, you will be able to talk to the driver and track his location.
Do You Offer Discounts for Multiple Vehicles?
Yes, we offer discounts for multiple vehicles. You can get a 10% discount at GENX if you ship multiple cars at the same time.