Route guide · CO → VA
Shipping a car from Colorado to Virginia
Shipping a running sedan from Denver to Virginia Beach costs about $1,100–$1,600 on an open carrier and $1,675–$2,375 in an enclosed trailer, with 4–7 days in transit. It ranks #203 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,350
- Road miles
- 1,850
- Days in transit
- 4–7
- People moving a year
- 5.0K
- Companies at both ends
- 44
City to city
What it costs between Colorado and Virginia cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins and Pueblo and Virginia Beach, Richmond, Alexandria and Roanoke — 1,590 to 1,870 road miles apart.
| From | Virginia Beach | Richmond | Alexandria | Roanoke |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | $1,100–$1,6001,850 mi · 4–7 days | $1,075–$1,5501,750 mi · 4–7 days | $1,075–$1,5501,750 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,5001,600 mi · 4–6 days |
| Colorado Springs | $1,100–$1,6001,850 mi · 4–7 days | $1,075–$1,5501,750 mi · 4–7 days | $1,075–$1,5501,750 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,4751,590 mi · 4–6 days |
| Fort Collins | $1,125–$1,6001,870 mi · 4–7 days | $1,075–$1,5501,760 mi · 4–7 days | $1,075–$1,5501,750 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,5001,610 mi · 4–6 days |
| Pueblo | $1,100–$1,5751,840 mi · 4–7 days | $1,075–$1,5501,740 mi · 4–7 days | $1,075–$1,5501,750 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,4751,590 mi · 4–6 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 Virginia Beach, 1,850 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 | $1,100–$1,600 | $1,675–$2,375 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,250–$1,775 | $1,875–$2,675 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,400–$2,000 | $2,075–$2,975 |
| Pickup truck | $1,450–$2,075 | $2,175–$3,100 |
| Motorcycle | $675–$950 | $1,000–$1,425 |
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 Virginia is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,350 Peak: about $1,450
About this route
Why so many cars go from Colorado to Virginia
About 4,994 people moved from Colorado to Virginia in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (4,924 in 2023, 5,064 in 2024). That is 2.4% of everyone who left Colorado for another state.
This is the lighter direction: about 8,879 people a year move Virginia to Colorado. Carriers that bring cars into Colorado need loads back toward Virginia, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,350, shipping from Colorado to Virginia costs more than sending a car to North Carolina ($1,275) and Georgia ($1,200) but less than to New York ($1,375) and Florida ($1,400). That works out to about 73¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
At roughly 1,850 road miles, Denver to Virginia Beach is a cross-country haul. Federal hours-of-service rules cap truck drivers at 11 hours behind the wheel a day, so plan on 4–7 days in transit once the car is loaded. 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 Virginia, 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 Virginia
28 companies based in Virginia: 26 carriers, 2 brokers, 107 trucks in total, 12 years in business on average.
- Prestige Auto Transport Mount Crawford · 28 trucks · since 2004 · USDOT 1306068
- Autova Auto Transport LLC Madison Hts · 7 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4122145
- Ata Centreville · 6 trucks · since 2012 · USDOT 2303078
- Cavalier Transport Inc Spotsylvania · 5 trucks · since 2018 · USDOT 3193540
- Helens Transportation LLC Frederickburg · 5 trucks · since 2008 · USDOT 1779934
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Colorado to Virginia car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Virginia's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Colorado to Virginia?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,100–$1,600 from Denver to Virginia Beach (1,850 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,050–$1,600. An SUV costs about $1,250–$1,775, a pickup $1,450–$2,075, and an enclosed trailer $1,675–$2,375 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Colorado to Virginia?
Transit is usually 4–7 days after pickup for the 1,850-mile trip from Denver to Virginia Beach. 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 Virginia?
January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% 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 Virginia after moving?
Virginia requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. Title and register together; cars kept in Northern Virginia need an emissions inspection unless they have a valid certificate from the last 12 months.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Colorado to Virginia?
Driving 1,850 miles takes about 4 days: roughly $240 in gas and 3 nights of hotels and meals (about $420). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,100–$1,600. Add wear on the car and 4 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Colorado to Virginia?
Our directory lists 16 companies based in Colorado and 28 based in Virginia, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.