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Car shipping companies in Detroit, MI
4 verified auto transport companies are headquartered in Detroit, MI, and 214 more serve Michigan from other locations. 4 of 4 offer enclosed transport. Together they have been in business for 8 years on average and run 292 trucks in total.
- Based here
- 4
- Also serve MI
- 214
- Avg. years in business
- 8
- Offer enclosed
- 100%
- Trucks in fleets
- 292
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Advanced Auto Transport, LLC
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CSF Logistics
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Spark Auto Transport
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Compare Detroit, MI car shipping companies
Carrier hauls your car on its own trucks Broker arranges a carrier for you
| 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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| Reliable Carriers | Carrier | 292 trucks | Not reported | Yes | 242599 ↗ |
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Brokers
3
They book your car with a partner carrier. Ask which carrier will actually haul it.
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| Advanced Auto Transport, LLC | Broker | None — uses partners | 2011 15 yrs | Yes | 2239380 ↗ |
| CSF Logistics | Broker | None — uses partners | 2020 6 yrs | Yes | 3520883 ↗ |
| Spark Auto Transport | Broker | None — uses partners | 2024 2 yrs | Yes | 4336516 ↗ |
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Estimated prices
How much does it cost to ship a car from Detroit, MI?
Typical price ranges from Detroit 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit to Chicago, IL | ~280 mi | $525–$875 | $775–$1,300 | 1–2 days |
| Detroit to New York, NY | ~580 mi | $675–$1,050 | $1,000–$1,575 | 2–3 days |
| Detroit to Atlanta, GA | ~710 mi | $725–$1,125 | $1,100–$1,700 | 2–4 days |
| Detroit to Dallas, TX | ~1,180 mi | $925–$1,325 | $1,375–$1,975 | 3–5 days |
| Detroit to Houston, TX | ~1,300 mi | $975–$1,375 | $1,450–$2,050 | 3–5 days |
| Detroit to Miami, FL | ~1,370 mi | $975–$1,400 | $1,475–$2,100 | 3–6 days |
| Detroit to Seattle, WA | ~2,280 mi | $1,250–$1,775 | $1,850–$2,650 | 5–8 days |
| Detroit to Los Angeles, CA | ~2,340 mi | $1,250–$1,800 | $1,875–$2,700 | 5–9 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 Detroit, MI: questions
Answers built from the companies listed on this page.
How many car shipping companies are based in Detroit, MI?
4 verified companies are headquartered in Detroit, MI: Reliable Carriers, Advanced Auto Transport, LLC, CSF Logistics and Spark Auto Transport. Another 214 companies from other locations also serve Michigan.
Which companies offer enclosed car transport in Detroit, MI?
Reliable Carriers, Advanced Auto Transport, LLC, CSF Logistics and Spark Auto Transport offer enclosed trailers for classic, luxury and high-value vehicles.
What is the most established auto transport company in Detroit, MI?
Advanced Auto Transport, LLC has operated since 2011 (15 years), the longest of the companies listed for Detroit, MI.
Are car shipping companies in Detroit, MI carriers or brokers?
Of the 4 companies based in Detroit, MI, 1 operate their own trucks (carriers) and 3 arrange transport through partner carriers (brokers); some do both. Carriers listed here run 292 trucks in total.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Detroit, MI?
Estimated open-carrier prices for a standard sedan: Detroit → Chicago, IL $525–$875; Detroit → New York, NY $675–$1,050; Detroit → Atlanta, GA $725–$1,125. Longer trips such as Detroit → Los Angeles, CA (about 2,340 miles) run $1,250–$1,800 on an open carrier or $1,875–$2,700 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 Detroit, MI?
Usually September. Prices on Michigan's busiest lanes peak in December, when they run about 15% 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 Detroit, MI 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.