Route guide · TX → OR
Shipping a car from Texas to Oregon
Shipping a running sedan from Dallas to Portland costs about $1,125–$1,625 on an open carrier and $1,700–$2,425 in an enclosed trailer, with 4–7 days in transit. It ranks #196 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,375
- Road miles
- 1,920
- Days in transit
- 4–7
- People moving a year
- 5.1K
- Companies at both ends
- 152
City to city
What it costs between Texas and Oregon cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Austin and Portland, Salem, Eugene and Bend — 1,810 to 2,160 road miles apart.
| From | Portland | Salem | Eugene | Bend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | $1,125–$1,6251,920 mi · 4–7 days | $1,125–$1,6251,930 mi · 4–7 days | $1,125–$1,6251,910 mi · 4–7 days | $1,100–$1,5751,810 mi · 4–7 days |
| Houston | $1,200–$1,7252,160 mi · 5–8 days | $1,200–$1,7252,160 mi · 5–8 days | $1,200–$1,7002,130 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,6752,040 mi · 5–8 days |
| San Antonio | $1,150–$1,6502,020 mi · 5–8 days | $1,150–$1,6502,020 mi · 5–8 days | $1,150–$1,6501,990 mi · 4–8 days | $1,125–$1,6001,890 mi · 4–7 days |
| Austin | $1,150–$1,6502,010 mi · 5–8 days | $1,150–$1,6502,010 mi · 5–8 days | $1,150–$1,6501,980 mi · 4–7 days | $1,125–$1,6001,890 mi · 4–7 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 Portland, 1,920 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 | $1,125–$1,625 | $1,700–$2,425 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,275–$1,800 | $1,900–$2,725 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,400–$2,025 | $2,125–$3,025 |
| Pickup truck | $1,475–$2,100 | $2,200–$3,150 |
| Motorcycle | $675–$975 | $1,025–$1,450 |
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 Oregon is September–November.
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Cheapest: about $1,375 Peak: about $1,575
About this route
Why so many cars go from Texas to Oregon
About 5,106 people moved from Texas to Oregon in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (3,766 in 2023, 6,446 in 2024). That is 1.1% of everyone who left Texas for another state.
This is the lighter direction: about 8,190 people a year move Oregon to Texas. Carriers that bring cars into Texas need loads back toward Oregon, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,375, shipping from Texas to Oregon costs more than sending a car to Massachusetts ($1,350) and New York ($1,275) but less than to Washington ($1,400). That works out to about 72¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
Count on 4–7 days on the truck for the 1,920 road miles from Dallas to Portland — federal rules cap drivers at 11 hours a day behind the wheel, and a full carrier makes several stops on the way. The car heads 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
- The route crosses mountain passes in the West; from November to March, snow and chain laws can hold trucks for a day or two.
- Winter storms in Oregon 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 Oregon, 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 Oregon
7 companies based in Oregon: 7 carriers, 1 brokers, 19 trucks in total, 13 years in business on average.
- Carroll Auto Transport LLC Gilchrist · 5 trucks · since 2001 · USDOT 991916
- DMV Auto Transport Portland · 4 trucks · since 2008 · USDOT 1797529
- EZ Transport LLC Troutdale · 2 trucks · since 2016 · USDOT 2871184
- Finesse Auto Transport LLC Damascus · 2 trucks · since 2018 · USDOT 3087476
- Interstate Expressways Inc Eugene · 2 trucks · since 2025 · USDOT 4462008
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Texas to Oregon car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Oregon's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Texas to Oregon?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,125–$1,625 from Dallas to Portland (1,920 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,100–$1,725. An SUV costs about $1,275–$1,800, a pickup $1,475–$2,100, and an enclosed trailer $1,700–$2,425 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Texas to Oregon?
Transit is usually 4–7 days after pickup for the 1,920-mile trip from Dallas to Portland. 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 Oregon?
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 Oregon after moving?
Oregon requires new residents to register once you become a resident. Most cars in the Portland and Medford areas must pass a DEQ emissions test before registration.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Texas to Oregon?
Driving 1,920 miles takes about 4 days: roughly $250 in gas and 3 nights of hotels and meals (about $420). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,125–$1,625. Add wear on the car and 4 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Texas to Oregon?
Our directory lists 145 companies based in Texas and 7 based in Oregon, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.