Route guide · TX → MA
Shipping a car from Texas to Massachusetts
Shipping a running sedan from Dallas to Boston costs about $1,100–$1,575 on an open carrier and $1,650–$2,375 in an enclosed trailer, with 4–7 days in transit. It ranks #160 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,350
- Road miles
- 1,830
- Days in transit
- 4–7
- People moving a year
- 6.2K
- Companies at both ends
- 219
City to city
What it costs between Texas and Massachusetts cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Austin and Boston, Worcester, Springfield and New Bedford — 1,730 to 2,080 road miles apart.
| From | Boston | Worcester | Springfield | New Bedford |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | $1,100–$1,5751,830 mi · 4–7 days | $1,100–$1,5501,780 mi · 4–7 days | $1,075–$1,5501,730 mi · 4–7 days | $1,100–$1,5751,820 mi · 4–7 days |
| Houston | $1,125–$1,6001,890 mi · 4–7 days | $1,100–$1,6001,850 mi · 4–7 days | $1,100–$1,5751,800 mi · 4–7 days | $1,125–$1,6001,880 mi · 4–7 days |
| San Antonio | $1,175–$1,6752,080 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,6752,040 mi · 5–8 days | $1,150–$1,6501,990 mi · 4–8 days | $1,175–$1,6752,070 mi · 5–8 days |
| Austin | $1,150–$1,6502,000 mi · 4–8 days | $1,125–$1,6251,950 mi · 4–7 days | $1,125–$1,6251,910 mi · 4–7 days | $1,150–$1,6501,990 mi · 4–8 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
Dallas to Boston, 1,830 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 | $1,100–$1,575 | $1,650–$2,375 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,225–$1,775 | $1,850–$2,650 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,375–$1,975 | $2,075–$2,975 |
| Pickup truck | $1,425–$2,050 | $2,150–$3,075 |
| Motorcycle | $675–$950 | $1,000–$1,425 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in March–May (snowbird season, when retirees ship cars back north for the summer), running about 15% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Texas to Massachusetts is September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,350 Peak: about $1,550
About this route
Why so many cars go from Texas to Massachusetts
About 6,178 people moved from Texas to Massachusetts in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (6,165 in 2023, 6,191 in 2024). That is 1.3% of everyone who left Texas for another state.
This is the lighter direction: about 9,808 people a year move Massachusetts to Texas. Carriers that bring cars into Texas need loads back toward Massachusetts, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,350, shipping from Texas to Massachusetts costs more than sending a car to New York ($1,275) and Pennsylvania ($1,250) but less than to Oregon ($1,375) and Washington ($1,400). That works out to about 74¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
At roughly 1,830 road miles, Dallas to Boston is a cross-country haul. Federal hours-of-service rules cap truck drivers at 11 hours behind the wheel a day, so plan on 4–7 days in transit once the car is loaded. The car heads east-northeast and crosses one time zone — from Central to Eastern time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
On the road
- Winter storms in Massachusetts can slow pickups and deliveries in December through February — leave slack in your schedule.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Texas and Massachusetts, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Texas
145 companies based in Texas: 102 carriers, 24 brokers, 1,183 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Usal Houston · 382 trucks · since 1989 · USDOT 357779
- Car Transport Inc Burleson · 309 trucks · since 1984 · USDOT 248283
- Transcar Express LLC Brownsville · 89 trucks · since 2010 · USDOT 2066413
- Texas Auto Carriers San Antonio · 31 trucks · since 1984 · USDOT 521201
- Transporting Cars Champion Inc Arlington · 26 trucks · since 2012 · USDOT 2287307
Delivery end Massachusetts
74 companies based in Massachusetts: 74 carriers, 1 brokers, 259 trucks in total, 7 years in business on average.
- Corja Auto Hauling Inc Agawam · 26 trucks · since 2015 · USDOT 2781912
- Best Choice Trucking LLC Dedham · 9 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 3062896
- Gorilla Transport Inc West Springfield · 9 trucks · since 2018 · USDOT 3087227
- Phoenix Auto Relocation Corp Malden · 8 trucks · since 2025 · USDOT 4371018
- S & P Auto Logistics Inc Chicopee · 8 trucks · since 2019 · USDOT 3288192
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Texas to Massachusetts car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Massachusetts's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Texas to Massachusetts?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,100–$1,575 from Dallas to Boston (1,830 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,075–$1,675. An SUV costs about $1,225–$1,775, a pickup $1,425–$2,050, and an enclosed trailer $1,650–$2,375 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Texas to Massachusetts?
Transit is usually 4–7 days after pickup for the 1,830-mile trip from Dallas to Boston. 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 Texas to Massachusetts?
September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in March–May, up to about 15% 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 Massachusetts after moving?
Massachusetts requires new residents to register once you become a resident. Transfer your registration and title through the Massachusetts RMV; the car then needs a Massachusetts inspection.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Texas to Massachusetts?
Driving 1,830 miles takes about 4 days: roughly $230 in gas and 3 nights of hotels and meals (about $420). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,100–$1,575. Add wear on the car and 4 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Texas to Massachusetts?
Our directory lists 145 companies based in Texas and 74 based in Massachusetts, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.