Founded in 1984, locally owned and operated Texas Auto Carriers provides transport, towing, and hauling services for consumer and commercial clients. Our…
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Car shipping companies in San Antonio, TX
6 verified auto transport companies are headquartered in San Antonio, TX, and 280 more serve Texas from other locations. 4 of 6 offer enclosed transport. Together they have been in business for 15 years on average and run 36 trucks in total.
- Based here
- 6
- Also serve TX
- 280
- Avg. years in business
- 15
- Offer enclosed
- 67%
- Trucks in fleets
- 36
From barn finds to pick of the lot, we’re here to deliver your prized possession. We back our first class automotive transport with expert logistics for a…
Ship a Car Direct, the industry leader in stress-free and reliable car shipping services. Established in 2008 as 'Honesty First Auto Transport,' we…
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Motorcar Carriers
FMCSA verifiedSan Antonio enclosed-only carrier for luxury, exotic, classic and collector cars, with white-glove service.
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5 Star Auto
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Carrier hauls your car on its own trucks Broker arranges a carrier for you
| Company | Type | Own trucks | In business since | Enclosed | USDOT |
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Carriers with their own trucks
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They pick up and drive your car themselves.
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| Texas Auto Carriers | Carrier | 31 trucks | 1984 42 yrs | Yes | 521201 ↗ |
| 5 Star Auto | Carrier | 2 trucks | 2013 13 yrs | Not reported | 2388137 ↗ |
| Buff & Auto Logistics LLC | Carrier | 2 trucks | 2023 3 yrs | Not reported | 4096189 ↗ |
| Motorcar Carriers | Carrier | 1 truck | 2017 9 yrs | Yes | 2974842 ↗ |
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Brokers
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They book your car with a partner carrier. Ask which carrier will actually haul it.
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| Ship A Car Direct | Broker | None — uses partners | 2008 18 yrs | Yes | 2241272 ↗ |
| National Transport Services | Broker | None — uses partners | 2019 7 yrs | Yes | 3347682 ↗ |
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Services from San Antonio, TX companies
Share of the 6 companies based here that offer each service.
Estimated prices
How much does it cost to ship a car from San Antonio, TX?
Typical price ranges from San Antonio to popular destinations, for a standard sedan. Use them to sanity-check the quotes you get — then ask the companies above for an exact price.
| Route | Distance | Open carrier | Enclosed trailer | Transit time |
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| San Antonio to Houston, TX | ~220 mi | $475–$825 | $725–$1,225 | 1–2 days |
| San Antonio to Dallas, TX | ~300 mi | $525–$875 | $800–$1,325 | 1–2 days |
| San Antonio to Atlanta, GA | ~1,040 mi | $875–$1,275 | $1,300–$1,900 | 3–5 days |
| San Antonio to Chicago, IL | ~1,240 mi | $950–$1,350 | $1,425–$2,025 | 3–5 days |
| San Antonio to Miami, FL | ~1,360 mi | $975–$1,400 | $1,475–$2,100 | 3–6 days |
| San Antonio to Los Angeles, CA | ~1,430 mi | $1,000–$1,425 | $1,500–$2,125 | 3–6 days |
| San Antonio to New York, NY | ~1,870 mi | $1,125–$1,600 | $1,675–$2,400 | 4–7 days |
| San Antonio to Seattle, WA | ~2,100 mi | $1,175–$1,700 | $1,775–$2,550 | 5–8 days |
Estimate, not a quote
Based on typical 2026 rates for a running sedan with a flexible pickup date. Road distance is approximate. Adjust for your car: SUV +15%, pickup or van +35%, doesn't run +$150–$300, peak season +10% (summer and snowbird months). Calculate your exact car and route →
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FAQ
Car shipping in San Antonio, TX: questions
Answers built from the companies listed on this page.
How many car shipping companies are based in San Antonio, TX?
6 verified companies are headquartered in San Antonio, TX: Texas Auto Carriers, National Transport Services, Ship A Car Direct, Motorcar Carriers, 5 Star Auto and Buff & Auto Logistics LLC. Another 280 companies from other locations also serve Texas.
Which companies offer enclosed car transport in San Antonio, TX?
Texas Auto Carriers, National Transport Services, Ship A Car Direct and Motorcar Carriers offer enclosed trailers for classic, luxury and high-value vehicles.
What is the most established auto transport company in San Antonio, TX?
Texas Auto Carriers has operated since 1984 (42 years), the longest of the companies listed for San Antonio, TX.
Are car shipping companies in San Antonio, TX carriers or brokers?
Of the 6 companies based in San Antonio, TX, 4 operate their own trucks (carriers) and 2 arrange transport through partner carriers (brokers); some do both. Carriers listed here run 36 trucks in total.
How much does it cost to ship a car from San Antonio, TX?
Estimated open-carrier prices for a standard sedan: San Antonio → Houston, TX $475–$825; San Antonio → Dallas, TX $525–$875; San Antonio → Atlanta, GA $875–$1,275. Longer trips such as San Antonio → Seattle, WA (about 2,100 miles) run $1,175–$1,700 on an open carrier or $1,775–$2,550 enclosed. SUVs, pickups, non-running cars and peak season cost more — ask the companies listed here for an exact quote.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from San Antonio, TX?
Usually February and September. Prices on Texas's busiest lanes peak in December, when they run about 12% higher. A flexible pickup window of a week or two saves a little more in any month.
How do I check if a car shipping company in San Antonio, TX is legitimate?
Look the company up by its USDOT or MC number in the FMCSA SAFER database, confirm the operating status is active, and check cargo insurance. Every company in this directory lists its USDOT and MC numbers, and we verify them before approval.