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

For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $650–$1,025 from New Orleans to Dallas (530 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $475–$1,075. An SUV costs about $725–$1,150, a pickup $825–$1,325, and an enclosed trailer $950–$1,525 for a sedan.

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

Transit is usually 2–3 days after pickup for the 530-mile trip from New Orleans to Dallas. The wait for pickup is separate: typically 1–5 days, or 1–2 days if you pay about 30% more for expedited service.

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

January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. If you must ship in peak months, book three to four weeks ahead.

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 Louisiana to Texas?

Driving 530 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $70 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $650–$1,025. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.

Which car shipping companies go from Louisiana to Texas?

Our directory lists 1 companies based in Louisiana and 118 based in Texas, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 192 that ship nationwide.

Car Shipping Louisiana to Texas (2026): Prices & Transit

From	Dallas	Houston	San Antonio	Austin
New Orleans	$650–$1,025530 mi · 2–3 days	$575–$925390 mi · 1–3 days	$675–$1,075610 mi · 2–3 days	$650–$1,025550 mi · 2–3 days
Baton Rouge	$600–$975440 mi · 1–3 days	$525–$875300 mi · 1–2 days	$650–$1,025530 mi · 2–3 days	$600–$975470 mi · 1–3 days
Shreveport	$475–$800210 mi · 1–2 days	$500–$850250 mi · 1–2 days	$575–$950410 mi · 1–3 days	$550–$900330 mi · 1–2 days
Lafayette	$575–$925390 mi · 1–3 days	$500–$850240 mi · 1–2 days	$600–$975460 mi · 1–3 days	$575–$950400 mi · 1–3 days

Vehicle	Open carrier	Enclosed
Sedan or small car	$650–$1,025	$950–$1,525
Midsize SUV or crossover	$725–$1,150	$1,075–$1,700
Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition)	$800–$1,275	$1,200–$1,900
Pickup truck	$825–$1,325	$1,250–$1,975
Motorcycle	$375–$600	$575–$925

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JDL Auto Transport

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Jamestown, LA · Carrier · 3 trucks · 21 yrs in business · USDOT 1442244

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