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Route guide · NY → SC
Car shipping from New York to South Carolina
Car transport from New York to South Carolina runs 750 road miles between the biggest metros. Shipping a running sedan from New York to Charleston costs about $750–$1,150 on an open carrier and $1,125–$1,725 in an enclosed trailer, with 2–4 days in transit. It ranks #70 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $950
- Road miles
- 750
- Days in transit
- 2–4
- People moving a year
- 15.3K
- Companies at both ends
- 60
City to city
Cost to ship a car from New York to South Carolina, city to city
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between New York, Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse and Charleston, Columbia, Rock Hill and Greenville — 650 to 870 road miles apart.
| From | Charleston | Columbia | Rock Hill | Greenville |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $750–$1,150750 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125700 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,100650 mi · 2–3 days | $725–$1,125720 mi · 2–4 days |
| Buffalo | $775–$1,175820 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150730 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,100660 mi · 2–3 days | $725–$1,125690 mi · 2–4 days |
| Rochester | $800–$1,200860 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150770 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125700 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150740 mi · 2–4 days |
| Syracuse | $800–$1,200870 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175790 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150730 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days |
Estimate, not a quote
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 Charleston, 750 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 | $750–$1,150 | $1,125–$1,725 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $850–$1,300 | $1,250–$1,925 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $950–$1,450 | $1,400–$2,150 |
| Pickup truck | $975–$1,500 | $1,475–$2,250 |
| Motorcycle | $450–$700 | $675–$1,025 |
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 New York to South Carolina is February–May and September.
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- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
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- Dec
Cheapest: about $950 Peak: about $1,150
About this route
Why so many cars go from New York to South Carolina
About 15,274 people moved from New York to South Carolina in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (12,224 in 2023, 18,324 in 2024). That is 3.4% of everyone who left New York for another state.
Traffic is lopsided: only about 4,470 people a year go the other way, South Carolina to New York. Trucks heading into South 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 $950, shipping from New York to South Carolina costs more than sending a car to North Carolina ($875) and Virginia ($725) but less than to Georgia ($1,000) and Tennessee ($1,000). That works out to about $1.27 a mile.
Distance and transit time
New York to Charleston is about 750 road miles — 2–4 days on the truck. On a run this short, many people weigh shipping against driving it themselves. The car heads south-southwest and stays on Eastern time the whole way.
Companies
Car transport companies from New York to South Carolina
Companies headquartered at either end of the route usually run this lane often. Filter by services, company type and safety record — every listing is matched to its FMCSA record.
- Pickup end New York 45 companies · 35 carriers · 10 brokers · 212 trucks · 13 yrs avg.
- Delivery end South Carolina 15 companies · 15 carriers · 2 brokers · 46 trucks · 8 yrs avg.
Montway Auto Transport is the number one rated U.S. auto transporter, annually shipping 100,000+ vehicles between all 50 states. We strive to deliver a 5-star…
With over 15 years of expertise and more than 50,000 vehicles successfully delivered, we are your proven choice for secure and reliable car shipping and auto…
When you need to ship a car to or from New York, you need an experienced New York car shipping company you can rely on. For over 30 years, RoadRunner Auto…
At SGT Auto Transport, we were founded back in 2014, initially in Florida before we relocated to South Carolina and finally to Bohemia, New York. SGT Auto…
Sherpa was founded in 2017 by seasoned, successful entrepreneurs on a mission to transform the car shipping industry. Throughout several cross-country moves…
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Plycar Automotive Logistics
FMCSA verifiedAuto transport arm of Plycon Transportation Group, a New York mover offering open and enclosed car shipping.
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Online Auto Connection
FMCSA verifiedAH
Allstar Hauling LLC
FMCSA verifiedLH
Luccar Hauler LLC
FMCSA verifiedConway, SC car hauler running 3-car trailers for dealers, auctions and relocations across nine Southern states.
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AutoPlane
FMCSA verifiedLong Island car carrier based at MacArthur Airport, shipping cars between New York and Florida in about 3 days.
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Direct Connect Auto Transport
FMCSA verifiedFH
Freedom Haulers, LLC
FMCSA verifiedLT
LMR Trucking Inc
FMCSA verifiedNorth Charleston auto transport carrier and broker moving dealer and auction vehicles across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic.
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Rockaway Logistics Inc
FMCSA verifiedVeteran-owned South Carolina car hauler moving dealer, auction, fleet and private vehicles on local and nationwide routes.
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Secure Car Shipping
FMCSA verifiedGreenville, SC auto transport company offering door-to-door, cross-country car shipping with zero upfront payment.
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Autopro Logistics
FMCSA verifiedLong Island auto transport broker arranging fully insured luxury and standard vehicle shipping across the U.S.
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Axis Auto Logistics
FMCSA verifiedLong Island auto transport broker with door-to-door shipping, guaranteed pickup dates and expedited service.
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Northeastern Trucking
FMCSA verifiedSM
Ship My Cars
FMCSA verifiedAT
Acar Trucking LLC
FMCSA verifiedTA
Tat Auto Trans Inc
FMCSA verifiedEC
East Coast Auto Transport Inc
FMCSA verifiedLA
Ladue Auto Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedTA
Turbo Auto Carrier LLC
FMCSA verifiedBC
Big Country Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedDA
Dars Auto Hauler LLC
FMCSA verifiedDA
Drivemaxx Auto Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedRA
Roggie Auto Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedUA
Upstate Auto Transportation Inc
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FAQ
New York to South Carolina car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and South Carolina's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from New York to South Carolina?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $750–$1,150 from New York to Charleston (750 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $700–$1,200. An SUV costs about $850–$1,300, a pickup $975–$1,500, and an enclosed trailer $1,125–$1,725 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from New York to South Carolina?
Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 750-mile trip from New York to Charleston. 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 New York to South Carolina?
February–May and September is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 20% 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 South Carolina after moving?
South Carolina requires new residents to register within 45 days of becoming a resident. New residents pay a one-time $250 Infrastructure Maintenance Fee, and property tax is paid before registration.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from New York to South Carolina?
Driving 750 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $100 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $750–$1,150. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.
Which car shipping companies go from New York to South Carolina?
Our directory lists 45 companies based in New York and 15 based in South Carolina, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 192 that ship nationwide.