Route guide · NY → GA
Shipping a car from New York to Georgia
Shipping a running sedan from New York to Atlanta costs about $800–$1,200 on an open carrier and $1,200–$1,800 in an enclosed trailer, with 2–4 days in transit. It ranks #41 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,000
- Road miles
- 880
- Days in transit
- 2–4
- People moving a year
- 17.4K
- Companies at both ends
- 102
City to city
What it costs between New York and Georgia cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between New York, Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse and Atlanta, Columbus, Augusta-Richmond County and Macon-Bibb County — 800 to 1,030 road miles apart.
| From | Atlanta | Columbus | Augusta-Richmond County | Macon-Bibb County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $800–$1,200880 mi · 2–4 days | $850–$1,250980 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175800 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200900 mi · 2–4 days |
| Buffalo | $775–$1,175820 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175800 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200880 mi · 2–4 days |
| Rochester | $800–$1,200880 mi · 2–4 days | $850–$1,250990 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200850 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days |
| Syracuse | $825–$1,225920 mi · 2–4 days | $850–$1,2501,030 mi · 3–5 days | $800–$1,200870 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225960 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
New York to Atlanta, 880 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 | $1,200–$1,800 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $900–$1,350 | $1,350–$2,025 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,000–$1,500 | $1,500–$2,250 |
| Pickup truck | $1,050–$1,575 | $1,575–$2,350 |
| Motorcycle | $475–$725 | $725–$1,075 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in June–August (the summer moving peak), running about 8% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from New York to Georgia is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,000 Peak: about $1,075
About this route
Why so many cars go from New York to Georgia
About 17,385 people moved from New York to Georgia in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (21,998 in 2023, 12,771 in 2024). That is 3.9% of everyone who left New York for another state.
Only about 8,132 people a year go back from Georgia to New York, so demand here is mostly one-way. With trucks toward Georgia in steady demand, expect quick pickups and little room to haggle.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,000, shipping from New York to Georgia costs more than sending a car to South Carolina ($950) and North Carolina ($875) but less than to Florida ($1,175) and Missouri ($1,175). That works out to about $1.14 a mile.
Distance and transit time
The 880-mile run from New York to Atlanta takes 2–4 days on a carrier — short enough that driving yourself is a real option. The car heads southwest and stays on Eastern time the whole way.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in New York and Georgia, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end New York
58 companies based in New York: 44 carriers, 7 brokers, 458 trucks in total, 11 years in business on average.
- Acar Trucking LLC Brooklyn · 270 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4116994
- Bibi Carrier LLC Port Jervis · 42 trucks · since 2020 · USDOT 3438799
- GZZ Logistics Inc Staten Island · 9 trucks · since 2020 · USDOT 3476017
- Blue Cat Logistic Inc Brooklyn · 8 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4050399
- East Coast Auto Transport Inc Fort Ann · 7 trucks · since 1987 · USDOT 296156
Delivery end Georgia
44 companies based in Georgia: 40 carriers, 4 brokers, 394 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Extreme Auto Transport Duluth · 246 trucks · since 2005 · USDOT 1415704
- Premier Vehicle Transport Inc Augusta · 21 trucks · since 1999 · USDOT 846362
- US Auto Transport Inc Cumming · 20 trucks · since 2012 · USDOT 2329190
- Driven Logistics Ringgold · 9 trucks · since 2020 · USDOT 3539872
- Snap Auto Duluth · 7 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2989796
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
New York to Georgia car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Georgia's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from New York to Georgia?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $800–$1,200 from New York to Atlanta (880 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $775–$1,250. An SUV costs about $900–$1,350, a pickup $1,050–$1,575, and an enclosed trailer $1,200–$1,800 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from New York to Georgia?
Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 880-mile trip from New York to Atlanta. 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 New York to Georgia?
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 Georgia after moving?
Georgia requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. Get your Georgia driver's license first. Cars in 13 metro Atlanta counties need an emissions inspection before registration.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from New York to Georgia?
Driving 880 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 New York to Georgia?
Our directory lists 58 companies based in New York and 44 based in Georgia, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.