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Shipping a car from Texas to New York

Shipping a running sedan from Dallas to New York costs about $1,050–$1,500 on an open carrier and $1,575–$2,250 in an enclosed trailer, with 4–6 days in transit. It ranks #39 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.

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Open carrier, sedan
$1,275
Road miles
1,620
Days in transit
4–6
People moving a year
17.6K
Companies at both ends
165

City to city

What it costs between Texas and New York cities

Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Austin and New York, Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse — 1,410 to 1,870 road miles apart.

From New York Buffalo Rochester Syracuse
Dallas $1,050–$1,5001,620 mi · 4–6 days $1,000–$1,4251,410 mi · 3–6 days $1,025–$1,4501,490 mi · 3–6 days $1,025–$1,4751,560 mi · 4–6 days
Houston $1,050–$1,5251,670 mi · 4–7 days $1,025–$1,4501,520 mi · 4–6 days $1,050–$1,4751,590 mi · 4–6 days $1,050–$1,5001,650 mi · 4–6 days
San Antonio $1,125–$1,6001,870 mi · 4–7 days $1,075–$1,5251,690 mi · 4–7 days $1,075–$1,5501,760 mi · 4–7 days $1,100–$1,5751,830 mi · 4–7 days
Austin $1,100–$1,5501,780 mi · 4–7 days $1,050–$1,5001,600 mi · 4–6 days $1,075–$1,5251,680 mi · 4–7 days $1,075–$1,5501,750 mi · 4–7 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 New York, 1,620 miles. Bigger and heavier vehicles take more room and weight on the trailer, so they cost more.

VehicleOpen carrierEnclosed
Sedan or small car$1,050–$1,500$1,575–$2,250
Midsize SUV or crossover$1,175–$1,675$1,750–$2,525
Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition)$1,300–$1,875$1,975–$2,800
Pickup truck$1,375–$1,950$2,050–$2,925
Motorcycle$625–$900$950–$1,350

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 New York is January–February and 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 $1,275 Peak: about $1,475

About this route

Why so many cars go from Texas to New York

About 17,640 people moved from Texas to New York in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (18,956 in 2023, 16,324 in 2024). That is 3.7% of everyone who left Texas for another state.

This is the lighter direction: about 28,922 people a year move New York to Texas. Carriers that bring cars into Texas need loads back toward New York, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.

How the price compares

At a typical $1,275, shipping from Texas to New York costs more than sending a car to Pennsylvania ($1,250) and California ($1,225) but less than to Massachusetts ($1,350) and Oregon ($1,375). That works out to about 79¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.

Distance and transit time

Dallas to New York is about 1,620 road miles, or 4–6 days on a car carrier. Most of the wait is before pickup, while the driver fills the trailer. 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.

Companies

Car shipping companies for Texas to New York

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 New York 45 companies · 35 carriers · 10 brokers · 211 trucks · 13 yrs avg.

165 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Jamm Carriers

FMCSA verified

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

  • Satisfactory safety rating
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Plycar Automotive Logistics

FMCSA verified

Kings Park, NY · Carrier · 22 trucks · 20 yrs in business · USDOT 1465363

Auto transport arm of Plycon Transportation Group, a New York mover offering open and enclosed car shipping.

  • Satisfactory safety rating
  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Motorcycle transport
  • +2 more
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Online Auto Connection

FMCSA verified

Buffalo, NY · Carrier · 21 trucks · 44 yrs in business · USDOT 254334

  • Satisfactory safety rating
  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +1 more
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Allstar Hauling LLC

FMCSA verified

Rochester, NY · Carrier · 5 trucks · 7 yrs in business · USDOT 3272170

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

FMCSA verified

Bohemia, NY · Carrier · 1 truck · 16 yrs in business · USDOT 2067909

Long Island car carrier based at MacArthur Airport, shipping cars between New York and Florida in about 3 days.

  • Open car transport
  • Snowbird car shipping
  • Terminal-to-terminal shipping
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Freedom Haulers, LLC

FMCSA verified

Rochester, NY · Carrier · 1 truck · USDOT 4381033

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Terminal-to-terminal shipping
  • +6 more
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Autopro Logistics

FMCSA verified

Selden, NY · Broker · 2 yrs in business · USDOT 4322097

Long Island auto transport broker arranging fully insured luxury and standard vehicle shipping across the U.S.

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Luxury car transport
  • +1 more
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Axis Auto Logistics

FMCSA verified

Melville, NY · Broker · 1 yrs in business · USDOT 4359281

Long Island auto transport broker with door-to-door shipping, guaranteed pickup dates and expedited service.

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +3 more
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Northeastern Trucking

FMCSA verified

Buffalo, NY · Broker · 4 yrs in business · USDOT 3944370

  • International car shipping
  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • +10 more
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Ship My Cars

FMCSA verified

New York City, NY · Broker · USDOT 2245103

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +3 more
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Pickup end All car shipping companies in Texas 120 companies · with cities and a comparison table Delivery end All car shipping companies in New York 45 companies · with cities and a comparison table

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FAQ

Texas to New York car shipping: questions

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

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

For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,050–$1,500 from Dallas to New York (1,620 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,000–$1,600. An SUV costs about $1,175–$1,675, a pickup $1,375–$1,950, and an enclosed trailer $1,575–$2,250 for a sedan.

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

Transit is usually 4–6 days after pickup for the 1,620-mile trip from Dallas to New York. Before that, allow 1–5 days for a carrier to be assigned — or pay roughly 30% extra to have it collected within 48 hours.

When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Texas to New York?

January–February and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in March–May, up to about 15% more. In any month, giving the carrier a wide pickup window lowers the quote.

How soon do I have to register my car in New York after moving?

New York requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. You can apply by mail from out of state; allow about six weeks for plates and documents.

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

Driving 1,620 miles takes about 4 days: roughly $210 in gas and 3 nights of hotels and meals (about $420). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,050–$1,500. Add wear on the car and 4 days off work, and the two come out close.

Which car shipping companies go from Texas to New York?

Our directory lists 120 companies based in Texas and 45 based in New York, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 195 that ship nationwide.

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