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Budd Logistics
FMCSA verifiedDes Moines car hauler moving one to 20 vehicles at a time for dealers, auctions and remarketers.
City directory · IA
Car shipping companies in West Des Moines, IA
1 verified auto transport company is headquartered in West Des Moines, IA, and 196 more serve Iowa from other locations. The company have been in business for 10 years on average and run 1 trucks in total.
- Based here
- 1
- Also serve IA
- 196
- Avg. years in business
- 10
- Offer enclosed
- 0%
- Trucks in fleets
- 1
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How much does it cost to ship a car from West Des Moines, IA?
Typical price ranges from West Des Moines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Des Moines to Chicago, IL | ~370 mi | $550–$925 | $850–$1,375 | 1–3 days |
| West Des Moines to Dallas, TX | ~740 mi | $750–$1,150 | $1,125–$1,725 | 2–4 days |
| West Des Moines to Atlanta, GA | ~880 mi | $800–$1,200 | $1,200–$1,800 | 2–4 days |
| West Des Moines to Houston, TX | ~960 mi | $825–$1,225 | $1,250–$1,850 | 2–4 days |
| West Des Moines to New York, NY | ~1,220 mi | $950–$1,350 | $1,400–$2,000 | 3–5 days |
| West Des Moines to Miami, FL | ~1,580 mi | $1,050–$1,475 | $1,550–$2,225 | 4–6 days |
| West Des Moines to Los Angeles, CA | ~1,690 mi | $1,075–$1,525 | $1,600–$2,300 | 4–7 days |
| West Des Moines to Seattle, WA | ~1,720 mi | $1,075–$1,550 | $1,625–$2,300 | 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 →
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FAQ
Car shipping in West Des Moines, IA: questions
Answers built from the companies listed on this page.
How many car shipping companies are based in West Des Moines, IA?
1 verified company is headquartered in West Des Moines, IA: Budd Logistics. Another 196 companies from other locations also serve Iowa.
Which companies offer enclosed car transport in West Des Moines, IA?
None of the companies headquartered in West Des Moines, IA list enclosed transport. Check the companies that serve Iowa from other locations.
What is the most established auto transport company in West Des Moines, IA?
Budd Logistics has operated since 2016 (10 years), the longest of the companies listed for West Des Moines, IA.
Are car shipping companies in West Des Moines, IA carriers or brokers?
Of the 1 companies based in West Des Moines, IA, 1 operate their own trucks (carriers) and 0 arrange transport through partner carriers (brokers); some do both. Carriers listed here run 1 trucks in total.
How much does it cost to ship a car from West Des Moines, IA?
Estimated open-carrier prices for a standard sedan: West Des Moines → Chicago, IL $550–$925; West Des Moines → Dallas, TX $750–$1,150; West Des Moines → Atlanta, GA $800–$1,200. Longer trips such as West Des Moines → Seattle, WA (about 1,720 miles) run $1,075–$1,550 on an open carrier or $1,625–$2,300 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 West Des Moines, IA?
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 West Des Moines, IA 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.