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Car shipping companies in Charlotte, NC
5 verified auto transport companies are headquartered in Charlotte, NC, and 214 more serve North Carolina from other locations. Together they have been in business for 12 years on average and run 14 trucks in total.
- Based here
- 5
- Also serve NC
- 214
- Avg. years in business
- 12
- Offer enclosed
- 0%
- Trucks in fleets
- 14
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Dsa Transportation
FMCSA verifiedQL
QCK Logistics LLC
FMCSA verifiedBE
Brothers Express
FMCSA verifiedCA
CLT Auto Transport LLC
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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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| Preferred Auto Transport LLC | Carrier | 4 trucks | 2011 15 yrs | Not reported | 2109013 ↗ |
| Dsa Transportation | Carrier | 3 trucks | 2017 9 yrs | Not reported | 3075169 ↗ |
| QCK Logistics LLC | Carrier | 3 trucks | 2024 2 yrs | Not reported | 4193416 ↗ |
| Brothers Express | Carrier | 2 trucks | 1997 29 yrs | Not reported | 694152 ↗ |
| CLT Auto Transport LLC | Carrier | 2 trucks | 2019 7 yrs | Not reported | 3287517 ↗ |
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Estimated prices
How much does it cost to ship a car from Charlotte, NC?
Typical price ranges from Charlotte 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte to Atlanta, GA | ~270 mi | $500–$850 | $775–$1,300 | 1–2 days |
| Charlotte to New York, NY | ~630 mi | $700–$1,075 | $1,025–$1,625 | 2–3 days |
| Charlotte to Chicago, IL | ~690 mi | $725–$1,125 | $1,075–$1,675 | 2–4 days |
| Charlotte to Miami, FL | ~770 mi | $750–$1,150 | $1,125–$1,725 | 2–4 days |
| Charlotte to Dallas, TX | ~1,090 mi | $875–$1,275 | $1,325–$1,925 | 3–5 days |
| Charlotte to Houston, TX | ~1,090 mi | $875–$1,275 | $1,325–$1,925 | 3–5 days |
| Charlotte to Los Angeles, CA | ~2,510 mi | $1,300–$1,875 | $1,975–$2,800 | 6–9 days |
| Charlotte to Seattle, WA | ~2,690 mi | $1,375–$1,950 | $2,050–$2,925 | 6–10 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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The busiest interstate moves involving North Carolina, from Census moving data — each with city-to-city prices, the best months to ship and companies at both ends.
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FAQ
Car shipping in Charlotte, NC: questions
Answers built from the companies listed on this page.
How many car shipping companies are based in Charlotte, NC?
5 verified companies are headquartered in Charlotte, NC: Preferred Auto Transport LLC, Dsa Transportation, QCK Logistics LLC, Brothers Express and CLT Auto Transport LLC. Another 214 companies from other locations also serve North Carolina.
Which companies offer enclosed car transport in Charlotte, NC?
None of the companies headquartered in Charlotte, NC list enclosed transport. Check the companies that serve North Carolina from other locations.
What is the most established auto transport company in Charlotte, NC?
Brothers Express has operated since 1997 (29 years), the longest of the companies listed for Charlotte, NC.
Are car shipping companies in Charlotte, NC carriers or brokers?
Of the 5 companies based in Charlotte, NC, 5 operate their own trucks (carriers) and 0 arrange transport through partner carriers (brokers); some do both. Carriers listed here run 14 trucks in total.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Charlotte, NC?
Estimated open-carrier prices for a standard sedan: Charlotte → Atlanta, GA $500–$850; Charlotte → New York, NY $700–$1,075; Charlotte → Chicago, IL $725–$1,125. Longer trips such as Charlotte → Seattle, WA (about 2,690 miles) run $1,375–$1,950 on an open carrier or $2,050–$2,925 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 Charlotte, NC?
Usually March–May and September–November. Prices on North Carolina's busiest lanes peak in June–August, when they run about 8% 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 Charlotte, NC 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.