Victor in Houston, TX shipped a 2014 Cadillac XTS to Jacksonville, FL via S4MI LLC
Delivered 06/29/2026

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$150,000+ cargo insurance FMCSA-licensed carriers Door-to-door, 48 states
5.0 ★ (42 Google reviews) 500+ vehicles shipped $150 deposit secures transport

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Customer reviews

5.0 from 42 reviews

"This was my first time shipping a car, and you hear a lot of horror stories — but it was super easy from start to finish. Pricing didn't change from the quote."

Cate O'Toole ✓ Verified

"1,777 miles from Utah to Ohio in 3 days for $1,400 — best price and I tried multiple companies. Great experience with Bigfella Auto Express."

Robert Poulin ✓ Verified

"I was nervous about shipping my SUV from Texas to New York. It arrived exactly when they said it would, clean and in perfect shape."

The Houstonian ✓ Verified

"My car was picked up on time and communication throughout the process was excellent. I could track my vehicle. I'm so glad I went with them."

Samantha Chung ✓ Verified

The process

How Vehicle Shipping Works

Four steps from quote to delivery. We handle the details so you don't have to.

Get your price

Enter two ZIP codes, pick your vehicle and service level, and submit for your final quote.

Approve your quote

We check live carrier availability on your lane and send the exact price for your approval.

Secure your transport

A $150 deposit reserves your spot and is applied to your total transportation cost.

We handle the rest

We coordinate with your vetted carrier and keep you updated through delivery.

Why Bigfella

Booking a Carrier You Can Verify

Auto transport is a high-trust purchase. Here is exactly what you get on every shipment.

FMCSA licensed

Active USDOT and MC operating authority on every carrier, verified before assignment.

Carrier verified

Safety ratings, inspection history, and real performance data checked before dispatch.

$150,000+ insurance

Cargo coverage confirmed directly with the carrier, never taken on their word.

Door-to-door

Pickup and delivery as close to your door as the truck can legally and safely get.

Real carrier info

You get the carrier name, USDOT, MC number, and insurance before your car moves.

Carrier vetting

We Verify the Carrier Before You Ship

Every carrier passes five checks and receives a Bigfella Trust Score. You see it before dispatch — every time.

FMCSA authority

Active USDOT and MC. Revoked or suspended is an automatic no.

Insurance verified

$150,000+ cargo coverage confirmed directly before assignment.

Safety & performance

FMCSA ratings, inspections, on-time rate, and cancellation history.

Equipment fit

Open, enclosed, or winch-equipped — matched to your shipment.

Bigfella Trust Score

A 0–100 score from all of the above, shared with you before dispatch.

Khan Trans Inc94/100
USDOT #XXXXXXX — active authority
$150,000+ cargo insurance verified
98% on-time rate · 0 cancellations

Service levels

Choose Your Level of Service

Every level uses vetted, FMCSA-licensed carriers. The difference is priority and communication.

Standard

Best value
  • Door-to-door transport
  • $150,000+ cargo insurance
  • Pickup & delivery ETAs
  • Email & text notifications

Express

Most popular
  • Everything in Standard
  • Priority carrier matching
  • Text support
  • Status updates on request

White Glove

Premium
  • Everything in Express
  • Dedicated coordinator
  • Live GPS tracking
  • Enhanced inspections

Car shipping cost

How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car?

Most customers pay between $400 and $1,700. Distance is the biggest factor — cost per mile drops as the trip gets longer.

Typical car shipping cost and transit time by distance
Distance Open transport Enclosed transport Transit time
Under 500 miles$400 – $625$485 – $7851 – 3 days
500 – 1,000 miles$575 – $825$725 – $1,0802 – 4 days
1,000 – 1,500 miles$825 – $1,055$1,080 – $1,4703 – 6 days
1,500 – 2,000 miles$1,055 – $1,250$1,470 – $1,7754 – 7 days
2,000+ miles (coast to coast)$1,375 – $1,690$1,960 – $2,4005 – 10 days
Under 500 miles
Open transport$400 – $625
Enclosed transport$485 – $785
Transit time1 – 3 days
500 – 1,000 miles
Open transport$575 – $825
Enclosed transport$725 – $1,080
Transit time2 – 4 days
1,000 – 1,500 miles
Open transport$825 – $1,055
Enclosed transport$1,080 – $1,470
Transit time3 – 6 days
1,500 – 2,000 miles
Open transport$1,055 – $1,250
Enclosed transport$1,470 – $1,775
Transit time4 – 7 days
2,000+ miles (coast to coast)
Open transport$1,375 – $1,690
Enclosed transport$1,960 – $2,400
Transit time5 – 10 days

Ranges assume an operable sedan on open transport. SUVs and trucks add roughly 10–15%, inoperable vehicles about 25%.

Popular lanes

Popular Car Shipping Routes

Lanes we run most often, so carrier matching is faster. Tap a route to load it into the quote form.

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Serving those who serve

Military & Veteran Discount

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OFF

Active duty, veterans, Guard & reserve

$75 off nationwide vehicle shipping, including PCS moves. Verified on Military.com — just mention it when you approve your quote.

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FAQ

Car Shipping Questions, Answered

Most car shipping quotes fall between $400 and $1,700. Regional routes under 500 miles typically run $400 to $625, while coast-to-coast transport runs $1,375 to $1,700. Enclosed transport adds roughly 40 to 60 percent. See the full cost table.
Yes. Every carrier we assign carries cargo insurance with a minimum of $150,000 in coverage, and we verify that coverage directly before the carrier is assigned to your shipment.
Regional routes under 500 miles usually deliver in 1 to 3 days. Cross-country shipments take 5 to 10 days depending on the lane, the season, and carrier availability.
Distance, vehicle size and weight, open versus enclosed transport, whether the vehicle runs, how far in advance you book, and current carrier demand on your lane.
Yes. Enclosed transport is recommended for classic, exotic, luxury, and high-value vehicles, and it typically costs 40 to 60 percent more than open transport.
Yes. We pick up and deliver as close to your door as the truck can legally and safely get. Narrow streets and low-clearance areas sometimes require meeting the driver at a nearby lot.
Get your final quote, approve it, pay the $150 deposit to secure transport, and we handle the rest.
Your $150 deposit is applied toward your total shipping cost once a carrier is dispatched. It is fully refundable if we cannot assign a carrier to your route within the agreed window. If your assigned carrier cancels, we will rebook your shipment or refund your deposit in full.
Yes, using a winch-equipped carrier. Inoperable vehicles typically add about 25 percent to the quote.
We confirm active USDOT and MC operating authority, verify $150,000 or more in cargo insurance directly, review FMCSA safety ratings, and track on-time and cancellation history.
A 0 to 100 score based on verified operating authority, insurance, FMCSA safety history, and real performance data. You see the assigned carrier's score before dispatch.
Yes. Before dispatch we send you the carrier's name, USDOT number, MC number, and confirmed insurance coverage.
Yes. Active duty service members, veterans, National Guard, and reservists receive $75 off nationwide vehicle shipping. See the military offer.
We partner with vetted pet transporters, PetCommute and Bad to the Bone Pet Care, and can match your pet's route alongside your vehicle shipment.

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