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

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Houston's Car Shipping Company, Serving All 48 States

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48 statesDoor-to-door
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      About us

      Houston Car Shipping & Nationwide Auto Transport

      Bigfella Auto Express is a Houston-based auto transport company shipping cars, trucks, and SUVs door-to-door across all 48 contiguous states. Get an instant car shipping quote, then book for $0 — your payment method is saved securely, and nothing is charged until your carrier is assigned.

      We connect you with FMCSA-licensed, insurance-verified carriers for open and enclosed transport, inoperable vehicles, military moves, and multi-car shipments. From our Houston headquarters we cover major corridors including I-10, I-45, I-69, and I-35, with $150,000+ cargo insurance, carrier vetting before dispatch, and support from pickup through delivery.

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      The process

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      A Bigfella Auto Express transport specialist searches our network of vetted carriers and works to secure the best available match for your route and timing.

      Carrier Assigned & Ship

      We'll assign a vetted carrier and confirm the final transportation price. Nothing is charged until your carrier is assigned. Then we coordinate your shipment through delivery.

      Why Bigfella

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      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.

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      $150,000+ cargo insurance verified
      98% on-time rate · 0 cancellations

      Service levels

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      Every level uses vetted, FMCSA-licensed carriers. Upgrade when pickup timing and coordination matter more.

      Standard

      Full service
      • Flexible pickup window
      • Standard carrier matching
      • Email/phone support
      • Pickup & delivery ETAs

      Express

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      • Priority pickup window
      • Priority carrier matching
      • Text + phone support
      • On-demand status updates

      White Glove

      Maximum priority
      • Specific-date scheduling priority
      • Dedicated carrier search
      • Dedicated coordinator
      • Pickup & delivery coordination

      Car shipping cost

      How Much Does It Cost
      to Ship a Car?

      Most customers pay between $370 and $1,500. 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$370 – $520$670 – $8201 – 3 days
      500 – 1,000 miles$500 – $650$800 – $9502 – 4 days
      1,000 – 1,500 miles$750 – $900$1,050 – $1,2003 – 6 days
      1,500 – 2,000 miles$1,030 – $1,180$1,330 – $1,4804 – 7 days
      2,000+ miles (coast to coast)$1,200 – $1,350$1,500 – $1,6505 – 10 days
      Under 500 miles
      Open transport$370 – $520
      Enclosed transport$670 – $820
      Transit time1 – 3 days
      500 – 1,000 miles
      Open transport$500 – $650
      Enclosed transport$800 – $950
      Transit time2 – 4 days
      1,000 – 1,500 miles
      Open transport$750 – $900
      Enclosed transport$1,050 – $1,200
      Transit time3 – 6 days
      1,500 – 2,000 miles
      Open transport$1,030 – $1,180
      Enclosed transport$1,330 – $1,480
      Transit time4 – 7 days
      2,000+ miles (coast to coast)
      Open transport$1,200 – $1,350
      Enclosed transport$1,500 – $1,650
      Transit time5 – 10 days

      Ranges assume Standard service for an operable sedan on open transport. SUVs, trucks, inoperable vehicles, and enclosed transport cost more.

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      Popular lanes

      Popular Car Shipping Routes

      Heavy coverage on the California–Texas corridor (I-10) plus the lanes we run most often. Tap a card to open that shipping page.

      Houston → Los Angeles TX → CA $1,030 ~1,550 miles · 4–6 days View this route → Los Angeles → Houston CA → TX $1,215 ~1,550 miles · 4–6 days View this route → Houston → Dallas $370 ~240 miles · 1–2 days View this route → Houston → Miami $865 ~1,190 miles · 3–5 days View this route → Houston → Atlanta $630 ~800 miles · 2–4 days View this route → Houston → Chicago $805 ~1,090 miles · 3–5 days View this route → Houston → Phoenix $860 ~1,180 miles · 3–5 days View this route → Houston → New York Hot lane $1,080 ~1,630 miles · 5–7 days View this route → Houston → Seattle $1,405 ~2,340 miles · 6–9 days View this route → Houston → Las Vegas $975 ~1,470 miles · 4–6 days View this route →

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      Shipping services

      Car Shipping Routes Every published lane and city page See all routes → How Much Does It Cost To Ship A Car? Typical prices, transit times, and what changes the quote View this page → Door-to-Door Auto Transport Pickup and delivery as close as the truck can legally get View this page → Open Auto Transport Standard open-carrier shipping for most vehicles View this page → Enclosed Auto Transport Covered transport for luxury, classic, and high-value cars View this page → Classic & Exotic Car Transport Enclosed shipping for collector and exotic vehicles View this page → Expedited Auto Transport Priority pickup and faster carrier matching View this page → Military Vehicle Transport $75 off for active duty, veterans, Guard, and reserve View this page → Motorcycle Shipping Door-to-door motorcycle transport nationwide View this page →

      Shipping between California and Texas or Texas and California is one of our busiest corridors. Typical open-transport pricing from $1,030 Texas to California and from $1,215 California to Texas, with 4–6 days transit along I-10 — Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Los Angeles, San Diego, and the Bay Area included.

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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 $370 and $1,500. Regional routes under 500 miles typically run $370 to $520, while coast-to-coast transport runs $1,200 to $1,500. Enclosed transport costs more than open transport. 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. The calculator adds a $300 enclosed premium so the carrier is paid enough to cover that equipment. Enclosed auto transport and classic & exotic car 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. Door-to-door auto transport.
      See your price, then book your shipment for $0. Your payment method is securely saved at booking. We search for an available carrier. Nothing is charged until your carrier is assigned.
      $0 to book. Your payment method is securely saved at booking. Nothing is charged until your carrier is assigned.
      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.
      Most California to Texas car shipping quotes run $1,215 to $1,365 for an operable sedan on open transport. Texas to California on the return lane is often $1,030 to $1,180. Enclosed transport and larger vehicles add to the total. Get an instant CA↔TX estimate.
      California to Texas and Texas to California auto transport typically takes 4 to 6 days door-to-door on the I-10 corridor, depending on pickup/delivery locations and season.
      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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