Route guide · MA → NC
Shipping a car from Massachusetts to North Carolina
Shipping a running sedan from Boston to Charlotte costs about $800–$1,200 on an open carrier and $1,175–$1,775 in an enclosed trailer, with 2–4 days in transit. It ranks #208 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,000
- Road miles
- 850
- Days in transit
- 2–4
- People moving a year
- 7.1K
- Companies at both ends
- 108
City to city
What it costs between Massachusetts and North Carolina cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Boston, Worcester, Springfield and New Bedford and Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro and Fayetteville — 640 to 850 road miles apart.
| From | Charlotte | Raleigh | Greensboro | Fayetteville |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $800–$1,200850 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125720 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150750 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days |
| Worcester | $775–$1,175810 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,100680 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125710 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150740 mi · 2–4 days |
| Springfield | $750–$1,150770 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,075640 mi · 2–3 days | $700–$1,100670 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125700 mi · 2–4 days |
| New Bedford | $775–$1,175820 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,100680 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125720 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150740 mi · 2–4 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
Boston to Charlotte, 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 | $800–$1,200 | $1,175–$1,775 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $875–$1,325 | $1,325–$2,000 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,000–$1,500 | $1,475–$2,225 |
| Pickup truck | $1,025–$1,550 | $1,550–$2,325 |
| Motorcycle | $475–$725 | $700–$1,075 |
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 Massachusetts to North Carolina is March–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,000 Peak: about $1,100
About this route
Why so many cars go from Massachusetts to North Carolina
About 7,139 people moved from Massachusetts to North Carolina in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (8,935 in 2023, 5,343 in 2024). That is 3.9% of everyone who left Massachusetts for another state.
Traffic is lopsided: only about 4,430 people a year go the other way, North Carolina to Massachusetts. Trucks heading into North Carolina fill up quickly, so pickups are usually fast — but carriers have less reason to discount in peak months.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,000, shipping from Massachusetts to North Carolina is one of the cheaper long moves out of Massachusetts — Florida ($1,225) and Texas ($1,350) cost more. That works out to about $1.18 a mile.
Distance and transit time
Boston to Charlotte is about 850 road miles — 2–4 days on the truck. On a run this short, many people weigh shipping against driving it themselves. The car heads southwest and stays on Eastern time the whole way.
On the road
- Winter storms in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts and North Carolina, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Massachusetts
74 companies based in Massachusetts: 74 carriers, 1 brokers, 259 trucks in total, 7 years in business on average.
- Corja Auto Hauling Inc Agawam · 26 trucks · since 2015 · USDOT 2781912
- Best Choice Trucking LLC Dedham · 9 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 3062896
- Gorilla Transport Inc West Springfield · 9 trucks · since 2018 · USDOT 3087227
- Phoenix Auto Relocation Corp Malden · 8 trucks · since 2025 · USDOT 4371018
- S & P Auto Logistics Inc Chicopee · 8 trucks · since 2019 · USDOT 3288192
Delivery end North Carolina
34 companies based in North Carolina: 34 carriers, 0 brokers, 150 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Bulla Transportation Inc Charlotte · 55 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4029519
- Rhodes Brothers Trucking LLC Selma · 9 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2446705
- Frank Pless Auto Transport Inc Concord · 6 trucks · since 2009 · USDOT 1979139
- K-Dot Auto Transport Servicesllc Charlotte · 6 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2997038
- Dragon Haul Inc Mooresville · 4 trucks · since 2026 · USDOT 4527691
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Massachusetts to North Carolina car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and North Carolina's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Massachusetts to North Carolina?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $800–$1,200 from Boston to Charlotte (850 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $700–$1,200. An SUV costs about $875–$1,325, a pickup $1,025–$1,550, and an enclosed trailer $1,175–$1,775 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Massachusetts to North Carolina?
Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 850-mile trip from Boston to Charlotte. 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 Massachusetts to North Carolina?
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 North Carolina after moving?
North Carolina requires new residents to register within 60 days of becoming a resident. Get your North Carolina driver license first; out-of-state insurance policies are not accepted.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Massachusetts to North Carolina?
Driving 850 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $110 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $800–$1,200. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.
Which car shipping companies go from Massachusetts to North Carolina?
Our directory lists 74 companies based in Massachusetts and 34 based in North Carolina, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.