Route guide · GA → WA
Shipping a car from Georgia to Washington
Shipping a running sedan from Atlanta to Seattle costs about $1,325–$1,900 on an open carrier and $2,000–$2,850 in an enclosed trailer, with 6–9 days in transit. It ranks #217 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,625
- Road miles
- 2,570
- Days in transit
- 6–9
- People moving a year
- 4.7K
- Companies at both ends
- 80
City to city
What it costs between Georgia and Washington cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Atlanta, Columbus, Augusta-Richmond County and Macon-Bibb County and Seattle, Spokane, Vancouver and Yakima — 2,310 to 2,720 road miles apart.
| From | Seattle | Spokane | Vancouver | Yakima |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $1,325–$1,9002,570 mi · 6–9 days | $1,250–$1,7752,310 mi · 5–8 days | $1,325–$1,9002,550 mi · 6–9 days | $1,300–$1,8502,450 mi · 5–9 days |
| Columbus | $1,350–$1,9252,610 mi · 6–9 days | $1,250–$1,8002,350 mi · 5–9 days | $1,325–$1,9002,590 mi · 6–9 days | $1,300–$1,8752,490 mi · 5–9 days |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $1,375–$1,9752,720 mi · 6–10 days | $1,300–$1,8502,450 mi · 5–9 days | $1,375–$1,9502,700 mi · 6–10 days | $1,350–$1,9252,600 mi · 6–9 days |
| Macon-Bibb County | $1,350–$1,9502,660 mi · 6–10 days | $1,275–$1,8252,400 mi · 5–9 days | $1,350–$1,9252,640 mi · 6–9 days | $1,325–$1,8752,540 mi · 6–9 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
Atlanta to Seattle, 2,570 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 | $1,325–$1,900 | $2,000–$2,850 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,500–$2,125 | $2,225–$3,200 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,650–$2,375 | $2,500–$3,550 |
| Pickup truck | $1,725–$2,475 | $2,600–$3,700 |
| Motorcycle | $800–$1,150 | $1,200–$1,700 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in December (the holidays and winter weather up north), running about 10% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Georgia to Washington is March–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,625 Peak: about $1,775
About this route
Why so many cars go from Georgia to Washington
About 4,687 people moved from Georgia to Washington in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (3,761 in 2023, 5,613 in 2024). That is 2% of everyone who left Georgia for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 4,769 people a year move from Washington back to Georgia — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,625, shipping from Georgia to Washington is among the most expensive routes out of Georgia; California ($1,500) and Arizona ($1,350) cost less. That works out to about 63¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
At roughly 2,570 road miles, Atlanta to Seattle is a cross-country haul. Federal hours-of-service rules cap truck drivers at 11 hours behind the wheel a day, so plan on 6–9 days in transit once the car is loaded. The car heads northwest and crosses 3 time zones — from Eastern to Pacific 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.
- Winter storms in Washington can slow pickups and deliveries in December through February — leave slack in your schedule.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Georgia and Washington, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Georgia
44 companies based in Georgia: 40 carriers, 4 brokers, 394 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Extreme Auto Transport Duluth · 246 trucks · since 2005 · USDOT 1415704
- Premier Vehicle Transport Inc Augusta · 21 trucks · since 1999 · USDOT 846362
- US Auto Transport Inc Cumming · 20 trucks · since 2012 · USDOT 2329190
- Driven Logistics Ringgold · 9 trucks · since 2020 · USDOT 3539872
- Snap Auto Duluth · 7 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2989796
Delivery end Washington
36 companies based in Washington: 36 carriers, 0 brokers, 237 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Diesel Auto Express Vancouver · 97 trucks · since 2009 · USDOT 1885300
- DC Trucking Enumclaw · 30 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 3001374
- U Save Auto Transport LLC Moxee · 8 trucks · since 2007 · USDOT 1625792
- DC Auto Carrier LLC Bonney Lake · 7 trucks · since 2022 · USDOT 3871099
- Advanced Auto Transport LLC Kelso · 6 trucks · since 2016 · USDOT 2943372
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Georgia to Washington car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Washington's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Georgia to Washington?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,325–$1,900 from Atlanta to Seattle (2,570 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,250–$1,975. An SUV costs about $1,500–$2,125, a pickup $1,725–$2,475, and an enclosed trailer $2,000–$2,850 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Georgia to Washington?
Transit is usually 6–9 days after pickup for the 2,570-mile trip from Atlanta to Seattle. 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 Georgia to Washington?
March–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 10% 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 Washington after moving?
Washington requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. You need a Washington driver license before you can register the car.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Georgia to Washington?
Driving 2,570 miles takes about 6 days: roughly $330 in gas and 5 nights of hotels and meals (about $700). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,325–$1,900. Add wear on the car and 6 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Georgia to Washington?
Our directory lists 44 companies based in Georgia and 36 based in Washington, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.