Route guide · NE → TX
Shipping a car from Nebraska to Texas
Shipping a running sedan from Omaha to Dallas costs about $725–$1,125 on an open carrier and $1,075–$1,675 in an enclosed trailer, with 2–4 days in transit. It ranks #219 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $925
- Road miles
- 690
- Days in transit
- 2–4
- People moving a year
- 5.8K
- Companies at both ends
- 153
City to city
What it costs between Nebraska and Texas cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Omaha, Lincoln, Grand Island and Kearney and Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Austin — 650 to 980 road miles apart.
| From | Dallas | Houston | San Antonio | Austin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $725–$1,125690 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225940 mi · 2–4 days | $850–$1,250980 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200900 mi · 2–4 days |
| Lincoln | $700–$1,100650 mi · 2–3 days | $800–$1,200900 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200860 mi · 2–4 days |
| Grand Island | $700–$1,100670 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200870 mi · 2–4 days |
| Kearney | $700–$1,100660 mi · 2–3 days | $825–$1,225920 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225920 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200850 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
Omaha to Dallas, 690 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 | $725–$1,125 | $1,075–$1,675 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $800–$1,250 | $1,200–$1,875 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $900–$1,400 | $1,350–$2,100 |
| Pickup truck | $925–$1,450 | $1,400–$2,175 |
| Motorcycle | $425–$675 | $650–$1,000 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in December (snowbird season, when retirees ship cars south for the winter and the holidays), running about 20% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Nebraska to Texas is February–May and September.
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Cheapest: about $925 Peak: about $1,100
About this route
Why so many cars go from Nebraska to Texas
About 5,764 people moved from Nebraska to Texas in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5,567 in 2023, 5,961 in 2024). That is 11.7% of everyone who left Nebraska for another state, making Texas its #2 destination.
Far fewer people make the reverse move — about 2,433 a year from Texas to Nebraska. Carriers bound for Texas rarely run empty, which keeps pickups quick but prices firm.
Distance and transit time
At about 690 road miles, Omaha to Dallas takes 2–4 days by carrier; a driver may deliver the same day if your car is the last one loaded. The car heads south and stays on Central time the whole way.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Nebraska and Texas, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Nebraska
8 companies based in Nebraska: 8 carriers, 0 brokers, 33 trucks in total, 22 years in business on average.
- Nationwide Auto Transport Inc Lincoln · 9 trucks · since 2000 · USDOT 897465
- 3 D Auto Transport Inc Springfield · 7 trucks · since 1997 · USDOT 709970
- Mardos Auto Transport LLC Ft Calhoun · 5 trucks · since 2012 · USDOT 2341537
- D & D Auto Transport Silver Creek · 4 trucks · since 1974 · USDOT 152993
- Calhoun Transport LLC Fort Calhoun · 2 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4095957
Delivery end Texas
145 companies based in Texas: 102 carriers, 24 brokers, 1,183 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Usal Houston · 382 trucks · since 1989 · USDOT 357779
- Car Transport Inc Burleson · 309 trucks · since 1984 · USDOT 248283
- Transcar Express LLC Brownsville · 89 trucks · since 2010 · USDOT 2066413
- Texas Auto Carriers San Antonio · 31 trucks · since 1984 · USDOT 521201
- Transporting Cars Champion Inc Arlington · 26 trucks · since 2012 · USDOT 2287307
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Nebraska to Texas car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Texas's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Nebraska to Texas?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $725–$1,125 from Omaha to Dallas (690 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $700–$1,250. An SUV costs about $800–$1,250, a pickup $925–$1,450, and an enclosed trailer $1,075–$1,675 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Nebraska to Texas?
Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 690-mile trip from Omaha to Dallas. Before that, allow 1–5 days for a carrier to be assigned — or pay roughly 30% extra to have it collected within 48 hours.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Nebraska to Texas?
February–May and September is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 20% more. In any month, giving the carrier a wide pickup window lowers the quote.
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 Nebraska to Texas?
Driving 690 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $90 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $725–$1,125. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.
Which car shipping companies go from Nebraska to Texas?
Our directory lists 8 companies based in Nebraska and 145 based in Texas, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.