Nationwide auto transport
Ship your vehicle anywhere in the country.
Cowboy Vehicle Shipping arranges door-to-door transport for cars, trucks, SUVs and motorcycles. Get your price online in about a minute.
- Insured carriers. Every truck we assign carries active cargo insurance.
- One clear price. Your quote covers the move, with no fees added later.
- People who answer. One team on your shipment from booking to delivery.
Get Your Instant Quote
Fast, secure pricing in 30 seconds.
How it works
From quote to driveway in three stops
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Stop 1 · Quote
Tell us the route and the vehicle
Enter pickup and delivery ZIP codes, your vehicle and when it's ready. Your price comes back right away.
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Stop 2 · Pickup
We assign a carrier and set the window
Book online, choose open or enclosed, and we confirm the pickup window. The driver inspects the vehicle with you and notes its condition on the bill of lading.
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Stop 3 · Delivery
Your vehicle arrives at your door
The driver calls ahead, unloads at your address or as close as a truck can legally get, and you inspect and sign for the vehicle.
Services
Open or enclosed: which one do you need?
Most vehicles ship on an open trailer. Enclosed is worth the extra cost when the vehicle itself is the thing you're protecting.
| Feature | Open transport | Enclosed transport |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Daily drivers, family vehicles, dealer and auction purchases | Luxury, exotic, classic and low-clearance vehicles |
| Protection | Exposed to weather and road dust, the same as driving it | Fully covered from weather and road debris |
| Cost | The lower-cost option | Costs more than open on the same route |
| Availability | Most trucks on the road, so pickup is usually faster | Fewer trucks, so allow more lead time |
Also available on any shipment
Door-to-door service
Pickup and delivery at your address. No terminals and no extra trips.
Expedited pickup
Priority dispatch for the earliest available truck when you're on a deadline.
Snowbird and seasonal moves
Send the car south for winter and bring it home in spring.
Military relocation
PCS moves scheduled around report dates and base access rules.
Non-running vehicles
Winch-equipped carriers for vehicles that roll, steer and brake but won't start.
Motorcycles and oversized trucks
Matched to carriers with the right equipment for the size and weight.
Timing
How long shipping takes
Transit time is mostly a matter of miles. These are typical ranges once the vehicle is on the truck.
| Distance | Typical time in transit |
|---|---|
| Under 500 miles | 1 to 2 days |
| 500 to 1,000 miles | 2 to 4 days |
| 1,000 to 1,500 miles | 3 to 5 days |
| 1,500 to 2,000 miles | 4 to 7 days |
| Over 2,000 miles | 6 to 10 days |
Estimates only. Weather, traffic and other stops on the route can change delivery dates.
Pricing
What goes into your price
No two shipments price the same. The quote tool weighs all of these for your exact move.
Distance and route
Longer trips cost more in total. Major highway corridors cost less per mile than remote areas.
Vehicle size
Larger and heavier vehicles take more room on the trailer.
Trailer type
Enclosed transport is priced above open.
Running condition
Vehicles that don't run need a winch and extra loading time.
Timing and season
Flexible dates cost less. Rush pickups and peak seasons cost more.
Coverage
All 50 states and Washington, D.C.
If a truck can reach the address, we can ship to it. These are some of the routes customers ask about most.
- Dallas to Los AngelesTX to CA
- New York to MiamiNY to FL
- Houston to ChicagoTX to IL
- Los Angeles to New YorkCA to NY
- Atlanta to DenverGA to CO
- Seattle to PhoenixWA to AZ
- Boston to OrlandoMA to FL
- San Antonio to NashvilleTX to TN
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming and Washington, D.C.
Why Cowboy
What you can hold us to
Auto transport runs on trust. These are the standards we work to on every shipment.
Verified carriers
We check each carrier's operating authority and cargo insurance before your vehicle is assigned.
The price we quote
Your quote is built from your route, vehicle and timing, and it covers the move.
Documented condition
The vehicle is inspected and recorded on a bill of lading at pickup and again at delivery.
Updates you don't chase
You hear from us at dispatch, at pickup and before delivery.
One team throughout
The people who quote your shipment are the people who see it delivered.
FAQ
Common questions
Have one we didn't cover? Start a quote and ask us about your shipment.
Is my vehicle insured during transport?
Yes. Carriers are required to carry cargo insurance for the vehicles on their trailer. The driver records your vehicle's condition on the bill of lading at pickup and again at delivery, and that record is what any claim is based on.
Do I need to be there for pickup and delivery?
Someone does. You or a person you trust needs to hand over the keys, walk around the vehicle with the driver and sign the bill of lading at both ends.
How should I prepare my vehicle?
Wash it so existing marks are easy to document, remove personal items and toll tags, leave about a quarter tank of fuel, and have one set of keys ready for the driver.
Can I leave personal items in the car?
It's best to ship the vehicle empty. Carrier insurance covers the vehicle and not its contents, and extra weight can affect the price.
Can you ship a vehicle that doesn't run?
Yes. Mark the vehicle as not operable in the quote tool so we assign a carrier with a winch. It needs to roll, steer and brake to be loaded.
How far ahead should I book?
A week or two ahead gives the most carrier options and the best price. If you need it sooner, ask for expedited pickup.
Ready to ship your vehicle?
Get your price now. It's free and there's no obligation to book.