Car Shipping Cost Calculator: Auto Transport Quotes

That all depends on what kind of fuel economy your vehicle gets - in some cases, it might be cheaper to drive but then you have to think about the investment of time that you spend on the road, the wear and tear on the vehicle, the risk that’s inherent any time you drive anywhere, and the number of miles that pile up on the car’s odometer. After taking that into account, vehicle transport looks like a pretty cost-effective option. 

If you’re on a budget, we recommend open car transport, a system where your vehicle is loaded onto a double decker transport trailer with several others. It does leave cars exposed to weather and dust/road grit, but it’s by far the most cost-effective option we offer. Upper deck shipping is available with open car transport.

Considering the savings in peace of mind and wear and tear on the vehicle, it’s absolutely worth it. It’s even more of a great option for older vehicles and classics that may or may not be 100% roadworthy for hundreds of miles on the highway (and for which a breakdown could mean a real headache involving hard-to-find parts). 

Yes, normal business cycles in the auto shipping business mean that demand will spike during certain calendar periods. When things pick up that way, shipping is going to be more expensive since the number of available drivers will drop, and then rates will go back down again when things slow down a bit. 

The quote calculator will need info on your car’s year/make/model, your car’s running condition, your desired timeframe, the zip codes of your starting point and destination and your desired transportation method. These all go into shipping cost calculations and will determine what you can expect to pay.

No need for a lengthy phone call - just locate the Quote Calculator feature on our website. Use the dropdown boxes to enter information on your car’s year/make/model, its running condition, your pickup point and destination, your desired method of transport and your desired timeframe. Put that information into the calculator and wait a few seconds, and you’ll have the quote you need. All quotes are locked in and final, with no hidden charges or surprise fees. 

It’s easy to set up your own auto transport order, personalized to your vehicle, your budget, your timeframe and your preferences. Just locate the Quote Calculator feature on our website and use the dropdown boxes to enter information on your car’s year/make/model, its running condition, your desired timeframe, your desired method of transport and the zip codes of your pickup point and destination. From there, you can get an accurate quote, confirm and book your order and we’ll take it from there!

At SGT, payment via major credit card, Zelle, PayPal or Venmo are accepted. If you opted for discount shipping with balance due on delivery, you can pay the transport driver directly with any of those, or cash, cashier’s check or money order. 

Considering all the details that have to be worked out to set up a car shipping order, we prefer two weeks advance notice. When that’s not possible, expedited shipping can be arranged (at a premium rate). 

Transport costs are always calculated as cost/mile, but other factors come into play as well. The year/make/model of vehicle, the running condition of the car, the route involved, even the time of year are all influences over cost calculations for auto shipping. 

It might be cheaper in terms of fuel costs to drive a vehicle (depending on the vehicle and its fuel economy), but then when you consider depreciation, wear and tear, mileage and time involved in driving, vehicle shipping starts to look like a more attractive option. 

While it might seem less expensive to drive (depending on the vehicle and its fuel economy), think about wear and tear on the car, mileage, depreciation, the time and risk involved in driving, and suddenly shipping a vehicle looks like it might be a pretty solid value. 

Yes – every car that’s shipped via SGT Auto Transport is covered by verified carrier insurance, rolled into the quote total for shipping costs. 

Shipping a vehicle is incredibly safe and low-risk, especially if you opt for enclosed car shipping where the vehicle is loaded into a closed metal trailer and locked in while en route. 

Cost/mile hinges on vehicle year/make/model, vehicle running condition, the number of miles involved, fuel costs for the transport truck and even the time of year. That all makes a question like this difficult to answer. 

Shipping a car via open car transport, on a double decker commercial transport trailer along with 8 or 9 other vehicles, is the most budget-friendly option for vehicle transport. 

When you ship your car via SGT Auto Transport, you have the peace of mind of knowing that it’s covered against any eventuality with verified carrier insurance, rolled into the quote total. It’s rare that a vehicle sustains any kind of damage in shipping, but regardless of who’s at fault, you’re covered with verified carrier insurance.

Yes - we accept all major credit cards, Zelle, PayPal and Venmo as payment methods. If you decide on discounted shipping with balance due on delivery, all of the above along with cash, cashier’s check or money order are accepted (you can pay the transport driver directly on delivery).

That won’t really work - we do need an exact address for pickup and destination, to be able to dispatch a driver. If the exact address of pickup point and destination aren’t available, please select a place where you can connect with the driver for pickup and delivery. 

While we don’t offer a feature that allows you to track the vehicle’s route in real time, our team can contact the driver and get updates on his progress, location and current ETA. Just give us a call at (864) 546-5038 or talk to us via live chat.

No need for a lengthy phone call to get a shipping quote - just locate the Quote Calculator feature on our website. It only takes a couple of minutes to enter the details needed for an accurate quote, and all quotes are inclusive with no tacked-on fees or surprise charges on the back end. 

Forget about lengthy phone calls with customer support - all  you need is a couple of minutes to locate the Quote Calculator feature and enter a few details about your vehicle and your shipping needs. Your order will then be put in the system and our team will work on assigning it to a transport driver for dispatch. Remember that all quotes are locked-in and inclusive, with no tacked-on fees or charges, ever. 

There’s a checklist of things you’ll need to do to prep your car for transport. A few include shipping with less than ¼ tank of fuel, making sure the battery is charged, removing all toll tags and parking tags, disabling the alarm, checking the fluid levels and checking for fluid leaks. 

Major credit cards, Zelle, PayPal, Venmo are all accepted. Discount shipping is available with balance due on delivery; for these instances, you can pay the driver directly with any of those as well as cash, cashier’s check or money order. 

While expedited shipping is available for last-minute needs, we prefer that you give us two weeks lead time to set up your shipping order and sort out the details. There are several moving parts to deal with when it comes to assigning a shipping order to a transport driver. 

Placing an order is done through SGT’s Quote Calculator feature, and the calculator will need the following information: vehicle year/make/model, vehicle running condition, Zip codes of starting point and destination, the desired timeframe and desired method of transport. From there, we’ll put your order into the system and start looking for a driver to assign it to, and things will be off and running. 

Getting a quote from SGT Auto Transport takes only a few seconds if you calculate the rates with the price calculator, or several minutes if you request a phone call during work hours. We know your time is valuable, and we invest a lot of effort into working quickly and sourcing the right price estimations based on your vehicle type and particular shipping needs.

All quoted prices are based on current market evaluations and are subject to change with the market. An estimation is fixed once the carrier has been dispatched and they’ve confirmed they’re sending a trailer to your location. You can then choose to pay with cash/card or make a full payment with a credit card.

Yes, it is possible; however, it may cause a change in the price of the service. You can push the date of the shipment forward, but changes to the pickup date can be made 1 day before the original date. Changes 24 hours before the actual pickup date are difficult to arrange, and in some circumstances, it might not be possible.

You can book during an off-peak period of the year, like February or October, or you can book during the week, which sees at least 10% lower costs. We also have regular deals and offers during the week, as well as special events that can help you save a lot on your shipment, even during the peak season. Check back with SGT Auto Transport regularly to get the best prices on the market.

That’s easy - pick the right car shipping company - pick SGT Auto Transport, or if not, set your sights on a reputable service provider with an established presence on the market. Legitimate companies will be at least 10 years on the market and have actual reviews that date back at least 5 to 7 years from your current date of checking.

You can personally estimate your own car shipping costs by using our free and quick price calculator. It takes only a few seconds and requires some basic information about your vehicle, where it is, where it's headed, its condition, and your preferred shipping date. You can also give us a call for a more precise and in-depth estimation.

The most affordable way to ship a car is either with the open trailer transport with the door-to-door option, or via terminal-to-terminal shipping. You can also choose to book during a less busy period, like January, February, or March.

Book in advance because you get more options for carriers and prices. Be as precise as possible about the pickup and drop-off location, preferably use the exact ZIP code for your area, and be open to communication with the carrier to pinpoint the best location for collection or delivery. It's also important to compare multiple offers as they will give you access to more options, and of course, be flexible with your pickup and delivery dates. Carriers are more likely to give a customer a good price when they are flexible with their schedule, and they can be scheduled anywhere on their fleet.