Route guide · CO → NC
Shipping a car from Colorado to North Carolina
Shipping a running sedan from Denver to Charlotte costs about $1,050–$1,475 on an open carrier and $1,550–$2,225 in an enclosed trailer, with 4–6 days in transit. It ranks #175 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,275
- Road miles
- 1,590
- Days in transit
- 4–6
- People moving a year
- 5.7K
- Companies at both ends
- 50
City to city
What it costs between Colorado and North Carolina cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins and Pueblo and Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro and Fayetteville — 1,570 to 1,730 road miles apart.
| From | Charlotte | Raleigh | Greensboro | Fayetteville |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | $1,050–$1,4751,590 mi · 4–6 days | $1,075–$1,5251,710 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,5001,630 mi · 4–6 days | $1,075–$1,5251,710 mi · 4–7 days |
| Colorado Springs | $1,050–$1,4751,580 mi · 4–6 days | $1,075–$1,5251,700 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,5001,620 mi · 4–6 days | $1,075–$1,5251,700 mi · 4–7 days |
| Fort Collins | $1,050–$1,5001,610 mi · 4–6 days | $1,075–$1,5501,730 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,5001,650 mi · 4–6 days | $1,075–$1,5501,730 mi · 4–7 days |
| Pueblo | $1,025–$1,4751,570 mi · 4–6 days | $1,075–$1,5251,700 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,5001,610 mi · 4–6 days | $1,075–$1,5251,690 mi · 4–7 days |
A pickup or delivery far from these metros usually adds $75–$150. Quotes move with fuel prices and truck space, so treat these as a yardstick. Price your own addresses →
By vehicle
Price by vehicle type
Denver to Charlotte, 1,590 miles. Bigger and heavier vehicles take more room and weight on the trailer, so they cost more.
| Vehicle | Open carrier | Enclosed |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan or small car | $1,050–$1,475 | $1,550–$2,225 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,175–$1,675 | $1,750–$2,500 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,300–$1,850 | $1,950–$2,775 |
| Pickup truck | $1,350–$1,925 | $2,025–$2,900 |
| Motorcycle | $625–$900 | $925–$1,325 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in June–August (the summer moving peak), running about 8% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Colorado to North Carolina is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,275 Peak: about $1,375
About this route
Why so many cars go from Colorado to North Carolina
About 5,712 people moved from Colorado to North Carolina in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (4,393 in 2023, 7,031 in 2024). That is 2.7% of everyone who left Colorado for another state.
This is the lighter direction: about 7,944 people a year move North Carolina to Colorado. Carriers that bring cars into Colorado need loads back toward North Carolina, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,275, shipping from Colorado to North Carolina costs more than sending a car to Georgia ($1,200) and Washington ($1,125) but less than to Virginia ($1,350) and New York ($1,375). That works out to about 80¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
Denver to Charlotte is about 1,590 road miles, or 4–6 days on a car carrier. Most of the wait is before pickup, while the driver fills the trailer. The car heads east and crosses 2 time zones — from Mountain to Eastern time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
On the road
- The route crosses mountain passes in the West; from November to March, snow and chain laws can hold trucks for a day or two.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Colorado and North Carolina, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Colorado
16 companies based in Colorado: 16 carriers, 1 brokers, 269 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Supreme Auto Transport Inc Longmont · 207 trucks · since 2000 · USDOT 912923
- TK Auto Trans Inc Aurora · 22 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2388239
- Sterling Auto Carriers Inc Montrose · 6 trucks · since 2015 · USDOT 2777033
- Your Auto Express Aurora · 5 trucks · since 2021 · USDOT 3705965
- Amiron Auto Trans LLC Commerce City · 4 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2961725
Delivery end North Carolina
34 companies based in North Carolina: 34 carriers, 0 brokers, 150 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Bulla Transportation Inc Charlotte · 55 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4029519
- Rhodes Brothers Trucking LLC Selma · 9 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2446705
- Frank Pless Auto Transport Inc Concord · 6 trucks · since 2009 · USDOT 1979139
- K-Dot Auto Transport Servicesllc Charlotte · 6 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2997038
- Dragon Haul Inc Mooresville · 4 trucks · since 2026 · USDOT 4527691
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Colorado to North Carolina car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and North Carolina's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Colorado to North Carolina?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,050–$1,475 from Denver to Charlotte (1,590 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,025–$1,550. An SUV costs about $1,175–$1,675, a pickup $1,350–$1,925, and an enclosed trailer $1,550–$2,225 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Colorado to North Carolina?
Transit is usually 4–6 days after pickup for the 1,590-mile trip from Denver to Charlotte. Before that, allow 1–5 days for a carrier to be assigned — or pay roughly 30% extra to have it collected within 48 hours.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Colorado to North Carolina?
January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. In any month, giving the carrier a wide pickup window lowers the quote.
How soon do I have to register my car in North Carolina after moving?
North Carolina requires new residents to register within 60 days of becoming a resident. Get your North Carolina driver license first; out-of-state insurance policies are not accepted.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Colorado to North Carolina?
Driving 1,590 miles takes about 4 days: roughly $200 in gas and 3 nights of hotels and meals (about $420). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,050–$1,475. Add wear on the car and 4 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Colorado to North Carolina?
Our directory lists 16 companies based in Colorado and 34 based in North Carolina, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.