Route guide · NC → NY
Shipping a car from North Carolina to New York
Shipping a running sedan from Charlotte to New York costs about $700–$1,075 on an open carrier and $1,025–$1,625 in an enclosed trailer, with 2–3 days in transit. It ranks #183 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $900
- Road miles
- 630
- Days in transit
- 2–3
- People moving a year
- 9.5K
- Companies at both ends
- 92
City to city
What it costs between North Carolina and New York cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro and Fayetteville and New York, Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse — 500 to 700 road miles apart.
| From | New York | Buffalo | Rochester | Syracuse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | $700–$1,075630 mi · 2–3 days | $700–$1,075640 mi · 2–3 days | $725–$1,100680 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125700 mi · 2–4 days |
| Raleigh | $625–$1,000500 mi · 1–3 days | $675–$1,050580 mi · 2–3 days | $675–$1,050600 mi · 2–3 days | $675–$1,075610 mi · 2–3 days |
| Greensboro | $650–$1,025530 mi · 2–3 days | $650–$1,025560 mi · 2–3 days | $675–$1,050590 mi · 2–3 days | $675–$1,075610 mi · 2–3 days |
| Fayetteville | $650–$1,025560 mi · 2–3 days | $700–$1,075640 mi · 2–3 days | $700–$1,100660 mi · 2–3 days | $700–$1,100670 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
Charlotte to New York, 630 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 | $700–$1,075 | $1,025–$1,625 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $775–$1,200 | $1,150–$1,800 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $875–$1,350 | $1,300–$2,025 |
| Pickup truck | $900–$1,400 | $1,350–$2,100 |
| Motorcycle | $425–$650 | $625–$975 |
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 North Carolina to New York is January–May and September–November.
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- Feb
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Cheapest: about $875 Peak: about $950
About this route
Why so many cars go from North Carolina to New York
About 9,538 people moved from North Carolina to New York in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (9,000 in 2023, 10,076 in 2024). That is 4% of everyone who left North Carolina for another state.
This is the lighter direction: about 23,576 people a year move New York to North Carolina. Carriers that bring cars into North Carolina need loads back toward New York, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.
How the price compares
At a typical $875, shipping from North Carolina to New York is one of the cheaper long moves out of North Carolina — Florida ($950) and Texas ($1,075) cost more. That works out to about $1.39 a mile — short runs cost more per mile because the fixed cost of loading and unloading weighs more.
Distance and transit time
The 630-mile run from Charlotte to New York takes 2–3 days on a carrier — short enough that driving yourself is a real option. The car heads northeast and stays on Eastern time the whole way.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in North Carolina and New York, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup 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
Delivery 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
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
North Carolina to New York car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and New York's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from North Carolina to New York?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $700–$1,075 from Charlotte to New York (630 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $625–$1,125. An SUV costs about $775–$1,200, a pickup $900–$1,400, and an enclosed trailer $1,025–$1,625 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from North Carolina to New York?
Transit is usually 2–3 days after pickup for the 630-mile trip from Charlotte to New York. 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 North Carolina to New York?
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 New York after moving?
New York requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. You can apply by mail from out of state; allow about six weeks for plates and documents.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from North Carolina to New York?
Driving 630 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $80 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $700–$1,075. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.
Which car shipping companies go from North Carolina to New York?
Our directory lists 34 companies based in North Carolina and 58 based in New York, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.