Route guide · TX → NV
Shipping a car from Texas to Nevada
Shipping a running sedan from Dallas to Las Vegas costs about $950–$1,350 on an open carrier and $1,425–$2,025 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–5 days in transit. It ranks #142 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,150
- Road miles
- 1,270
- Days in transit
- 3–5
- People moving a year
- 7.1K
- Companies at both ends
- 157
City to city
What it costs between Texas and Nevada cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Austin and Las Vegas, Reno, Mesquite and Elko — 1,210 to 1,820 road miles apart.
| From | Las Vegas | Reno | Mesquite | Elko |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | $950–$1,3501,270 mi · 3–5 days | $1,050–$1,5001,610 mi · 4–6 days | $925–$1,3251,210 mi · 3–5 days | $1,000–$1,4001,400 mi · 3–6 days |
| Houston | $1,000–$1,4251,450 mi · 3–6 days | $1,100–$1,5751,820 mi · 4–7 days | $1,000–$1,4001,400 mi · 3–6 days | $1,050–$1,5001,620 mi · 4–6 days |
| San Antonio | $950–$1,3501,270 mi · 3–5 days | $1,050–$1,5001,650 mi · 4–6 days | $950–$1,3501,220 mi · 3–5 days | $1,000–$1,4501,470 mi · 3–6 days |
| Austin | $950–$1,3751,290 mi · 3–5 days | $1,050–$1,5001,650 mi · 4–6 days | $950–$1,3501,230 mi · 3–5 days | $1,000–$1,4501,470 mi · 3–6 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 Las Vegas, 1,270 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 | $950–$1,350 | $1,425–$2,025 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,075–$1,525 | $1,600–$2,275 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,200–$1,700 | $1,800–$2,550 |
| Pickup truck | $1,250–$1,775 | $1,875–$2,650 |
| Motorcycle | $575–$825 | $850–$1,225 |
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 Nevada is January–February and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,150 Peak: about $1,325
About this route
Why so many cars go from Texas to Nevada
About 7,133 people moved from Texas to Nevada in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5,939 in 2023, 8,327 in 2024). That is 1.5% of everyone who left Texas for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 7,352 people a year move from Nevada back to Texas — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,150, shipping from Texas to Nevada costs more than sending a car to Michigan ($1,125) and Utah ($1,125) but less than to Florida ($1,175) and Virginia ($1,200). That works out to about 91¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Your car spends 3–5 days on the road for the roughly 1,270 miles from Dallas to Las Vegas, after a pickup window of a few days while the carrier assembles a full load. The car heads west-northwest and crosses 2 time zones — from Central to Pacific time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
On the road
- Trucks usually take the southern route across the desert Southwest, which stays open all winter — one reason this lane runs on schedule year-round.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Texas and Nevada, 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 Nevada
12 companies based in Nevada: 12 carriers, 0 brokers, 38 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Jes Auto Trans Inc Las Vegas · 8 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4158317
- Liberty Auto Carriers LLC Las Vegas · 8 trucks · since 2018 · USDOT 3181148
- Ady Transport LLC Las Vegas · 3 trucks · since 2014 · USDOT 2546650
- Redline Transport LLC Las Vegas · 3 trucks · since 2015 · USDOT 2726702
- 3JS Auto Transport LLC Las Vegas · 2 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4021252
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Texas to Nevada car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Nevada's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Texas to Nevada?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $950–$1,350 from Dallas to Las Vegas (1,270 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $925–$1,575. An SUV costs about $1,075–$1,525, a pickup $1,250–$1,775, and an enclosed trailer $1,425–$2,025 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Texas to Nevada?
Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,270-mile trip from Dallas to Las Vegas. 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 Texas to Nevada?
January–February and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in March–May, up to about 15% more. If you must ship in peak months, book three to four weeks ahead.
How soon do I have to register my car in Nevada after moving?
Nevada requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. Most cars based around Las Vegas and Reno need a smog check, and out-of-state cars need a VIN inspection.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Texas to Nevada?
Driving 1,270 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $160 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $950–$1,350. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Texas to Nevada?
Our directory lists 145 companies based in Texas and 12 based in Nevada, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.