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Budd Logistics
FMCSA verifiedDes Moines car hauler moving one to 20 vehicles at a time for dealers, auctions and remarketers.
State directory · IA
Car shipping companies in Iowa
6 verified auto transport companies are headquartered in Iowa, and 191 more serve the state from other locations. Together they have been in business for 7 years on average and run 16 trucks in total.
- Based here
- 6
- Also serve IA
- 191
- Avg. years in business
- 7
- Offer enclosed
- 0%
- Trucks in fleets
- 16
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Magnum Auto & Transportation Inc
FMCSA verifiedDA
Double A Auto Delivery
FMCSA verifiedBT
B&E Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedDA
DDM Auto Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedSA
Silver Auto Transport and Hauling LLC
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| Company | Type | Own trucks | In business since | Enclosed | USDOT |
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Carriers with their own trucks
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They pick up and drive your car themselves.
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| Magnum Auto & Transportation Inc | Carrier | 6 trucks | 2020 6 yrs | Not reported | 3514106 ↗ |
| Double A Auto Delivery | Carrier | 4 trucks | 2011 15 yrs | Not reported | 2133293 ↗ |
| B&E Transport LLC | Carrier | 2 trucks | 2019 7 yrs | Not reported | 3263857 ↗ |
| DDM Auto Transport LLC | Carrier | 2 trucks | 2022 4 yrs | Not reported | 3856054 ↗ |
| Budd Logistics | Carrier | 1 truck | 2016 10 yrs | No | 2854949 ↗ |
| Silver Auto Transport and Hauling LLC | Carrier | 1 truck | 2025 1 yr | Not reported | 4463695 ↗ |
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Services from Iowa companies
Share of the 6 companies based here that offer each service.
Estimated prices
How much does it cost to ship a car from Iowa?
Typical price ranges from Iowa to popular destinations, for a standard sedan. Use them to sanity-check the quotes you get — then ask the companies above for an exact price.
| Route | Distance | Open carrier | Enclosed trailer | Transit time |
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| Iowa to Illinois | ~310 mi | $525–$875 | $800–$1,325 | 1–2 days |
| Iowa to Texas | ~940 mi | $825–$1,225 | $1,250–$1,850 | 2–4 days |
| Iowa to Georgia | ~1,000 mi | $850–$1,250 | $1,275–$1,875 | 2–5 days |
| Iowa to New York | ~1,080 mi | $875–$1,275 | $1,325–$1,925 | 3–5 days |
| Iowa to Arizona | ~1,330 mi | $975–$1,375 | $1,450–$2,075 | 3–6 days |
| Iowa to Florida | ~1,380 mi | $975–$1,400 | $1,475–$2,100 | 3–6 days |
| Iowa to Washington | ~1,620 mi | $1,050–$1,500 | $1,575–$2,250 | 4–6 days |
| Iowa to California | ~1,680 mi | $1,075–$1,525 | $1,600–$2,275 | 4–7 days |
Estimate, not a quote
Based on typical 2026 rates for a running sedan with a flexible pickup date. Road distance is approximate. Adjust for your car: SUV +15%, pickup or van +35%, doesn't run +$150–$300, peak season +10% (summer and snowbird months). Calculate your exact car and route →
Route guides
Popular car shipping routes from Iowa
The busiest interstate moves involving Iowa, from Census moving data — each with city-to-city prices, the best months to ship and companies at both ends.
FAQ
Car shipping in Iowa: questions
Answers built from the companies listed on this page.
How many car shipping companies are based in Iowa?
6 verified companies are headquartered in Iowa: Budd Logistics, Magnum Auto & Transportation Inc, Double A Auto Delivery, B&E Transport LLC, DDM Auto Transport LLC and Silver Auto Transport and Hauling LLC. Another 191 companies from other locations also serve Iowa.
Which companies offer enclosed car transport in Iowa?
None of the companies headquartered in Iowa list enclosed transport. Check the companies that serve Iowa from other locations.
What is the most established auto transport company in Iowa?
Double A Auto Delivery has operated since 2011 (15 years), the longest of the companies listed for Iowa.
Are car shipping companies in Iowa carriers or brokers?
Of the 6 companies based in Iowa, 6 operate their own trucks (carriers) and 0 arrange transport through partner carriers (brokers); some do both. Carriers listed here run 16 trucks in total.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Iowa?
Estimated open-carrier prices for a standard sedan: Iowa → Illinois $525–$875; Iowa → Texas $825–$1,225; Iowa → Georgia $850–$1,250. Longer trips such as Iowa → California (about 1,680 miles) run $1,075–$1,525 on an open carrier or $1,600–$2,275 enclosed. SUVs, pickups, non-running cars and peak season cost more — ask the companies listed here for an exact quote.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Iowa?
Usually February and September. Prices on Iowa's busiest lanes peak in December, when they run about 11% higher. A flexible pickup window of a week or two saves a little more in any month.
How do I check if a car shipping company in Iowa is legitimate?
Look the company up by its USDOT or MC number in the FMCSA SAFER database, confirm the operating status is active, and check cargo insurance. Every company in this directory lists its USDOT and MC numbers, and we verify them before approval.