How much does it cost to ship a car from Colorado to Texas?

For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $750–$1,150 from Denver to Dallas (780 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $725–$1,275. An SUV costs about $850–$1,300, a pickup $1,000–$1,500, and an enclosed trailer $1,150–$1,750 for a sedan.

How long does it take to ship a car from Colorado to Texas?

Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 780-mile trip from Denver to Dallas. Getting the car picked up takes another 1–5 days on a standard booking; expedited pickup within 1–2 days costs about 30% more.

When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Colorado to Texas?

February–May and September is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 20% more. Whatever the month, a flexible pickup date booked 2–3 weeks out gets the best price.

How soon do I have to register my car in Texas after moving?

Texas requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. Get Texas insurance first. Cars in 17 emissions counties — including Harris (Houston), Dallas, Tarrant (Fort Worth) and Travis (Austin) — need an emissions test; then register at the county tax assessor-collector.

Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Colorado to Texas?

Driving 780 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $100 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $750–$1,150. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.

Which car shipping companies go from Colorado to Texas?

Our directory lists 13 companies based in Colorado and 118 based in Texas, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 190 that ship nationwide.

Ship a Car from Colorado to Texas: Cost & Carriers (2026)

From	Dallas	Houston	San Antonio	Austin
Denver	$750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days	$850–$1,2501,030 mi · 3–5 days	$825–$1,225940 mi · 2–4 days	$825–$1,225910 mi · 2–4 days
Colorado Springs	$725–$1,125720 mi · 2–4 days	$850–$1,250970 mi · 2–4 days	$800–$1,200870 mi · 2–4 days	$775–$1,175840 mi · 2–4 days
Fort Collins	$775–$1,175830 mi · 2–4 days	$875–$1,2751,090 mi · 3–5 days	$850–$1,2501,000 mi · 2–5 days	$850–$1,250970 mi · 2–4 days
Pueblo	$725–$1,125690 mi · 2–4 days	$825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days	$775–$1,175830 mi · 2–4 days	$775–$1,175800 mi · 2–4 days

Vehicle	Open carrier	Enclosed
Sedan or small car	$750–$1,150	$1,150–$1,750
Midsize SUV or crossover	$850–$1,300	$1,275–$1,950
Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition)	$950–$1,450	$1,425–$2,175
Pickup truck	$1,000–$1,500	$1,475–$2,275
Motorcycle	$450–$700	$675–$1,050

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Supreme Auto Transport Inc

FMCSA verified

Longmont, CO · Carrier & broker · 207 trucks · 26 yrs in business · USDOT 912923

Colorado auto carrier in business since 2001, partnered with Japan's NIKKON Holdings, with nationwide reach.

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