List your companyFree

Route guide · TX → MN

Shipping a car from Texas to Minnesota

Shipping a running sedan from Dallas to Minneapolis costs about $850–$1,250 on an open carrier and $1,275–$1,875 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–5 days in transit. It ranks #229 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.

Prices updated · Estimates, not quotes · Calculate for your car →

Open carrier, sedan
$1,050
Road miles
1,020
Days in transit
3–5
People moving a year
4.5K
Companies at both ends
136

City to city

What it costs between Texas and Minnesota cities

Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Austin and Minneapolis, Rochester, Duluth and St. Cloud — 950 to 1,470 road miles apart.

From Minneapolis Rochester Duluth St. Cloud
Dallas $850–$1,2501,020 mi · 3–5 days $825–$1,225950 mi · 2–4 days $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days $875–$1,2751,050 mi · 3–5 days
Houston $950–$1,3501,240 mi · 3–5 days $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days $1,000–$1,4001,400 mi · 3–6 days $950–$1,3751,290 mi · 3–5 days
San Antonio $975–$1,3751,310 mi · 3–5 days $950–$1,3501,250 mi · 3–5 days $1,000–$1,4501,470 mi · 3–6 days $975–$1,3751,340 mi · 3–6 days
Austin $950–$1,3501,230 mi · 3–5 days $925–$1,3251,170 mi · 3–5 days $975–$1,4001,390 mi · 3–6 days $950–$1,3501,260 mi · 3–5 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

Dallas to Minneapolis, 1,020 miles. Bigger and heavier vehicles take more room and weight on the trailer, so they cost more.

VehicleOpen carrierEnclosed
Sedan or small car$850–$1,250$1,275–$1,875
Midsize SUV or crossover$950–$1,400$1,450–$2,125
Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition)$1,075–$1,575$1,600–$2,350
Pickup truck$1,125–$1,625$1,675–$2,450
Motorcycle$525–$750$775–$1,125

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 Minnesota is September–November.

  1. Jan
  2. Feb
  3. Mar
  4. Apr
  5. May
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sep
  10. Oct
  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Cheapest: about $1,050 Peak: about $1,225

About this route

Why so many cars go from Texas to Minnesota

About 4,490 people moved from Texas to Minnesota in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (4,400 in 2023, 4,579 in 2024). That is 0.9% of everyone who left Texas for another state.

This is the lighter direction: about 7,028 people a year move Minnesota to Texas. Carriers that bring cars into Texas need loads back toward Minnesota, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.

How the price compares

At a typical $1,050, shipping from Texas to Minnesota costs more than sending a car to Illinois ($1,025) and Indiana ($1,000) but less than to North Carolina ($1,075) and Arizona ($1,075). That works out to about $1.03 a mile.

Distance and transit time

Expect about 1,020 road miles from Dallas to Minneapolis — 3–5 days on the truck after pickup. Carriers usually load several cars before heading out, so the pickup window matters as much as transit time. The car heads north-northeast and stays on Central time the whole way.

On the road

  • Winter storms in Minnesota can slow pickups and deliveries in December through February — leave slack in your schedule.

Companies

Car shipping companies for Texas to Minnesota

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 Texas 120 companies · 91 carriers · 33 brokers · 1,141 trucks · 10 yrs avg.
  • Delivery end Minnesota 16 companies · 16 carriers · 2 brokers · 334 trucks · 22 yrs avg.

136 companies for this route

Usal

FMCSA verified

Houston, TX · Carrier & broker · 382 trucks · 37 yrs in business · USDOT 357779

Houston-based auto transport group: a national brokerage (USAL Solutions) and a regional interstate carrier (US AutoLogistics).

  • Satisfactory safety rating
  • Open car transport
  • Dealer transport
  • Cross-country shipping
View company

Car Transport Inc

FMCSA verified

Burleson, TX · Carrier & broker · 309 trucks · 42 yrs in business · USDOT 248283

Commercial auto hauler from Burleson, Texas with locations across the U.S., in business since 1983.

  • Satisfactory safety rating
  • Open car transport
  • Dealer transport
  • Cross-country shipping
View company

Jack Key Auto Transport

FMCSA verified

Dallas, TX · Carrier · 15 trucks · 40 yrs in business · USDOT 275346

Dallas interstate car carrier serving manufacturers, dealers, lease operations, auctions, rental companies and individuals.

  • Satisfactory safety rating
  • Open car transport
  • Dealer transport
  • Auction transport
  • +1 more
View company

Tom’s Auto Transport

FMCSA verified

Dallas, TX · Carrier · 10 trucks · 22 yrs in business · USDOT 1230303

Dallas car carrier moving used vehicles across the U.S., including IAA and Copart auction transport.

  • Open car transport
  • Auction transport
  • Cross-country shipping
View company

Elite Auto Logistics Inc

FMCSA verified

Houston, TX · Carrier · 5 trucks · 13 yrs in business · USDOT 2396598

Family-run Houston car carrier incorporated in 2013, shipping vehicles state to state and cross-country.

  • Open car transport
  • Cross-country shipping
  • State-to-state shipping
View company

Showtime Trucking LLC

FMCSA verified

Irving, TX · Carrier · 2 trucks · 17 yrs in business · USDOT 1927548

Family-owned Dallas–Fort Worth auto transport company moving vehicles for individuals, dealers and manufacturers.

  • Open car transport
  • Dealer transport
  • Cross-country shipping
View company

Auto Shippers USA

FMCSA verified

Garland, TX · Carrier & broker · 1 truck · 13 yrs in business · USDOT 2372781

Garland, Texas auto transport company shipping vehicles nationwide for individuals, dealers and government personnel.

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Dealer transport
  • +2 more
View company

LK Auto Transport

FMCSA verified

Cypress, TX · Carrier · 1 truck · USDOT 4528474

Houston-area carrier running a 7-car open hauler for dealers, auctions and private parties between Texas and Illinois.

  • Open car transport
  • Dealer transport
  • Auction transport
View company

Motorcar Carriers

FMCSA verified

San Antonio, TX · Carrier · 1 truck · 9 yrs in business · USDOT 2974842

San Antonio enclosed-only carrier for luxury, exotic, classic and collector cars, with white-glove service.

  • Enclosed car transport
  • Luxury car transport
  • Classic car transport
  • +2 more
View company

Solomon Auto Motion

FMCSA verified

Fort Worth, TX · Carrier · 1 truck · 1 yrs in business · USDOT 4469060

Fort Worth vehicle transport carrier serving individuals, dealerships and businesses across the United States.

  • Open car transport
  • Dealer transport
  • Cross-country shipping
View company

Texas Autohaul

FMCSA verified

Converse, TX · Carrier · 1 truck · 6 yrs in business · USDOT 3405139

San Antonio-area car hauler running dedicated and contract routes for manufacturers and brokers in all 48 states.

  • Open car transport
  • Dealer transport
  • Cross-country shipping
View company

Axis Auto Logistics LLC

FMCSA verified

Riesel, TX · Broker · 1 yrs in business · USDOT 4429228

Central Texas vehicle broker matching shipments with a network of 200+ vetted, insured carriers.

  • Open car transport
  • Cross-country shipping
View company

Bigfella Auto Express

FMCSA verified

Houston, TX · Broker · 3 yrs in business · USDOT 4133743

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +5 more
View company

Fast Track Auto Shipping

FMCSA verified

Dalhart, TX · Broker · 1 yrs in business · USDOT 4433181

Texas auto transport broker shipping cars across state lines for individuals, dealers and snowbirds, no deposit.

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Dealer transport
  • +2 more
View company

Online Auto Shipper

FMCSA verified

Denton, TX · Broker · 1 yrs in business · USDOT 4443362

Denton, Texas auto transport broker with vetted carriers, live tracking on most shipments and no deposits.

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Inoperable vehicle transport
  • +2 more
View company

Top Auto Logistics

FMCSA verified

Houston, TX · Broker · 10 yrs in business · USDOT 2889554

  • International car shipping
  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • +12 more
View company

TRANSPORT PREMIER SERVICES LLC

FMCSA verified

Houston, TX · Broker · 13 yrs in business · USDOT 2381463

Veteran Owned/Dependable Transport Services Across America

  • International car shipping
  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • +15 more
View company

Xpromo Auto Transport

FMCSA verified

Houston, TX · Broker · 2 yrs in business · USDOT 4181834

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +8 more
View company

Jamm Carriers

FMCSA verified

Brownsville, TX · Carrier · 2 trucks · 17 yrs in business · USDOT 1927455

  • Satisfactory safety rating
View company

Advanced Auto Transport Inc

FMCSA verified

Lake Elmo, MN · Carrier · 205 trucks · 28 yrs in business · USDOT 752871

Minnesota driveaway company moving corporate fleet and commercial vehicles across the U.S. and Canada.

  • Satisfactory safety rating
  • Oversized vehicle transport
  • Cross-country shipping
  • International car shipping
View company

Express Auto Transport Inc

FMCSA verified

Farmington, MN · Carrier · 37 trucks · 30 yrs in business · USDOT 653539

Minnesota car carrier offering nationwide vehicle shipping from its base in Farmington, MN.

  • Satisfactory safety rating
  • Open car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • Cross-country shipping
View company

SKD Auto Transport

FMCSA verified

Saint Paul, MN · Carrier · 13 trucks · 10 yrs in business · USDOT 2927639

Saint Paul, Minnesota car carrier covering 32 states across the Midwest, Southwest and South since 2016.

  • Open car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • State-to-state shipping
View company
Pickup end All car shipping companies in Texas 120 companies · with cities and a comparison table Delivery end All car shipping companies in Minnesota 16 companies · with cities and a comparison table

Related routes

Nearby alternatives

Moving close to Minnesota but not into it — or coming from somewhere near Texas? These guides cover the neighbouring lanes.

The other way Minnesota to Texas 1,020 mi · 3–5 days · prices, timing and companies for the return trip $850–$1,250

From Texas to states near Minnesota

To Minnesota from states near Texas

See all 250 route guides

FAQ

Texas to Minnesota car shipping: questions

Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Minnesota's DMV.

How much does it cost to ship a car from Texas to Minnesota?

For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $850–$1,250 from Dallas to Minneapolis (1,020 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $825–$1,450. An SUV costs about $950–$1,400, a pickup $1,125–$1,625, and an enclosed trailer $1,275–$1,875 for a sedan.

How long does it take to ship a car from Texas to Minnesota?

Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,020-mile trip from Dallas to Minneapolis. 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 Minnesota?

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 Minnesota after moving?

Minnesota requires new residents to register within 60 days of becoming a resident. Register at a deputy registrar office or by mail.

Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Texas to Minnesota?

Driving 1,020 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $130 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $850–$1,250. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.

Which car shipping companies go from Texas to Minnesota?

Our directory lists 120 companies based in Texas and 16 based in Minnesota, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 195 that ship nationwide.

Free quote request · 2 minutes

Get a quote from this company

FMCSA verified

1Route
Leave blank if your dates are flexible.
2Your vehicle
Trailer
Does it run?
3How to reach you
Optional — for a faster reply.

Sent only to this company. No spam, no reselling.