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Route guide · PA → SC
Car shipping from Pennsylvania to South Carolina
Car transport from Pennsylvania to South Carolina runs 670 road miles between the biggest metros. Shipping a running sedan from Philadelphia to Charleston costs about $700–$1,100 on an open carrier and $1,075–$1,650 in an enclosed trailer, with 2–4 days in transit. It ranks #190 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $900
- Road miles
- 670
- Days in transit
- 2–4
- People moving a year
- 10.4K
- Companies at both ends
- 119
City to city
Cost to ship a car from Pennsylvania to South Carolina, city to city
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown and Erie and Charleston, Columbia, Rock Hill and Greenville — 450 to 760 road miles apart.
| From | Charleston | Columbia | Rock Hill | Greenville |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | $700–$1,100670 mi · 2–4 days | $675–$1,075610 mi · 2–3 days | $650–$1,025560 mi · 2–3 days | $700–$1,075630 mi · 2–3 days |
| Pittsburgh | $675–$1,075620 mi · 2–3 days | $650–$1,025530 mi · 2–3 days | $600–$975450 mi · 1–3 days | $625–$1,000480 mi · 1–3 days |
| Allentown | $725–$1,125700 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,075640 mi · 2–3 days | $675–$1,050580 mi · 2–3 days | $700–$1,100650 mi · 2–3 days |
| Erie | $750–$1,150760 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,100660 mi · 2–3 days | $675–$1,050590 mi · 2–3 days | $675–$1,075610 mi · 2–3 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
Philadelphia to Charleston, 670 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–$1,100 | $1,075–$1,650 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $800–$1,225 | $1,200–$1,850 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $900–$1,375 | $1,325–$2,075 |
| Pickup truck | $925–$1,425 | $1,375–$2,150 |
| Motorcycle | $425–$650 | $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 Pennsylvania to South Carolina is February–May and September.
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Cheapest: about $900 Peak: about $1,075
About this route
Why so many cars go from Pennsylvania to South Carolina
About 10,405 people moved from Pennsylvania to South Carolina in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (13,419 in 2023, 7,391 in 2024). That is 4% of everyone who left Pennsylvania for another state.
Only about 3,238 people a year go back from South Carolina to Pennsylvania, so demand here is mostly one-way. With trucks toward South Carolina in steady demand, expect quick pickups and little room to haggle.
How the price compares
At a typical $900, shipping from Pennsylvania to South Carolina is one of the cheaper long moves out of Pennsylvania — Georgia ($975) and Florida ($1,125) cost more. That works out to about $1.34 a mile — short runs cost more per mile because the fixed cost of loading and unloading weighs more.
Distance and transit time
The 670-mile run from Philadelphia to Charleston takes 2–4 days on a carrier — short enough that driving yourself is a real option. The car heads south-southwest and stays on Eastern time the whole way.
Companies
Car transport companies from Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 104 companies · 95 carriers · 10 brokers · 689 trucks · 9 yrs avg.
- Delivery end South Carolina 15 companies · 15 carriers · 2 brokers · 46 trucks · 8 yrs avg.
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Brothers Auto Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedPennsylvania car carrier in the Proficient Auto Logistics group, moving finished vehicles to dealerships nationwide.
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QGM Express
FMCSA verifiedPennsylvania carrier that began in 2011 as auto hauler US AutoTransport and now also runs truckload freight.
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All Day Auto Hauling
FMCSA verifiedPennsylvania car carrier founded in 2020, moving vehicles for manufacturers, dealers, rental fleets and individuals.
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Fastcar Logistics LLC
FMCSA verifiedPennsylvania open-carrier car hauler for dealers, auctions, businesses and private customers, with 24/7 dispatch.
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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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Ozuu Express LLC
FMCSA verifiedPennsylvania car carrier serving auto finance companies, dealerships and private customers in any state.
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Enclosed Auto Transport Services
FMCSA verifiedPennsylvania enclosed car carrier offering white-glove transport for luxury vehicles up and down the East Coast.
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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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Mazzy Express Inc
FMCSA verifiedUA
USA Auto Transport
FMCSA verifiedAT
Adcock Transport
FMCSA verifiedFL
Fine Line Transportation LLC
FMCSA verifiedXA
Xpress Auto Transport Inc
FMCSA verifiedFI
First Impression Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedUA
Umbrella Auto Transport Inc
FMCSA verifiedRT
RC Transport Services Inc
FMCSA verifiedTA
Tat Auto Trans Inc
FMCSA verifiedBT
BG Trans Inc
FMCSA verifiedTS
T Scelzi Auto Transport Inc
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DCN Logistics Inc
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FAQ
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania to South Carolina?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $700–$1,100 from Philadelphia to Charleston (670 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $600–$1,150. An SUV costs about $800–$1,225, a pickup $925–$1,425, and an enclosed trailer $1,075–$1,650 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Pennsylvania to South Carolina?
Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 670-mile trip from Philadelphia to Charleston. 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 Pennsylvania to South Carolina?
February–May and September is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 20% more. If you must ship in peak months, book three to four weeks ahead.
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 Pennsylvania to South Carolina?
Driving 670 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $90 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $700–$1,100. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.
Which car shipping companies go from Pennsylvania to South Carolina?
Our directory lists 104 companies based in Pennsylvania and 15 based in South Carolina, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 192 that ship nationwide.