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Texas Car Shipping

Door-to-door car shipping to and from Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and every TX ZIP. No phone calls. No upfront payment. 55,697 vehicles shipped, rated 4.8/5.

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ABOUT TEXAS AUTO TRANSPORT

Shipping a car to or from Texas

The #1 inbound-migration state — driven by relocation into Houston, DFW, Austin, and San Antonio, plus military, college, and online-buyer demand.

Texas is one of the highest-volume auto transport states in the country, and most of the pull is inbound — it leads the nation in domestic in-migration thanks to no state income tax, a deep job market, and lower housing costs. Navi ships to and from every part of the state year-round, anchored by the four big metros: Houston, Dallas–Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio. Beyond relocation, demand comes from major military installations, large university systems, Houston's auto-auction market, and the energy sector. We handle every move door-to-door with FMCSA-licensed, fully insured carriers.

Carriers run Texas loads along I-35 (the San Antonio–Austin–Dallas migration spine), I-10 (El Paso–Houston and east toward the Gulf states), I-45 (Dallas–Houston), and I-20/I-30 across North Texas. The big metros have high carrier density and fast pickups; West Texas and the Panhandle may add a day of lead time.

⚠ Seasonal Notice: Summer (May–August) is peak for relocations and college moves, with rates 10–20% above the off-season. Winter Texan traffic into the Rio Grande Valley peaks November–December and returns north in spring. Best rates: early spring and late fall. Rare winter storms can briefly delay North Texas lanes.
WHY SHIP HERE

Why Texas runs the highest inbound volume

Four recurring drivers keep this the busiest inbound state in auto transport.

📦 #1 in-migration

No state income tax and strong job growth make Texas the top destination for domestic moves. Inbound relocation to Houston, DFW, Austin, and San Antonio drives constant demand on I-35 and I-10.

🎖 Military moves

Fort Cavazos, Fort Bliss, Joint Base San Antonio, and NAS Corpus Christi generate steady PCS demand. We coordinate military car shipping around relocation timelines.

🎓 College terms

UT Austin, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and the University of Houston move thousands of student vehicles each term. See college student car transport.

🛒 Auctions & online buyers

Houston is a major auto-auction hub, fueling heavy online-purchase and dealer-transfer volume in and out of the state.

PRICING

Texas shipping cost by popular route

Open transport estimates for a standard sedan. Enclosed adds 50–70%. SUVs and pickups add roughly $150–$300. Summer peak (May–Aug) runs 10–20% above these ranges.

RouteDistanceEst. CostTransit Time
Texas to California~1,400 mi$1,000–$1,5005–7 days
Texas to Florida~1,150 mi$800–$1,1503–5 days
Texas to New York~1,650 mi$1,000–$1,4505–7 days
Texas to Illinois~1,050 mi$750–$1,1003–5 days
Texas to Georgia~800 mi$650–$9502–4 days
Texas to Colorado~900 mi$700–$1,0003–5 days

Want your exact price for any Texas route? Use our instant calculator →

THE PROCESS

How Texas car shipping works

From quote to delivery — 4 steps, no surprises

1

Get Your Instant Quote

Enter pickup ZIP, delivery ZIP, and vehicle details. Real price in 60 seconds — no phone call required.

2

Schedule Pickup

We confirm a flexible window and assign a vetted, insured carrier. Houston, DFW, Austin, and San Antonio pickups are typically next-day.

3

Track in Real Time

Follow every mile with live updates via SMS, email, or phone — from loading through each checkpoint on I-35, I-10, or I-45.

4

Delivery & Inspection

Your driver calls ahead. Walk around the vehicle together, confirm condition, and sign the Bill of Lading. Done.

COVERAGE

Texas pickup & delivery cities

Door-to-door from any ZIP code in the state

📍 Major Metros

HoustonDallasFort WorthAustinSan AntonioEl Paso
+ All major-metro ZIP codes — fastest pickup

📍 Other Cities & Regions

PlanoCorpus ChristiLubbockMcAllenLaredoGalveston
+ All Texas ZIP codes, Gulf Coast to the Panhandle

Shipping to or from Houston or Dallas? See our Houston car shipping and Dallas car shipping guides.

Shipping a specific lane? See our full coverage map and popular routes.

POPULAR TEXAS ROUTES

Ship a specific Texas lane

Every Texas corridor we have written up — each with its own city-pair pricing and transit detail. Direction matters, so both ways are priced separately.

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Shipping a Texas lane we have not written up yet? We price and run almost any route in the country — get an instant quote for your exact pickup and delivery ZIP codes.

PLAN YOUR MOVE

Choose the right Texas service

Match your vehicle and timeline to the right transport option.

Open Transport →

The most cost-effective option for everyday sedans, SUVs, and pickups. 7–10 cars per load.

Enclosed Transport →

Protection from sun, heat, and debris for luxury, classic, and collector vehicles.

Express / Expedited →

Priority pickup, often within 24–48 hours — for tight relocation and closing windows.

Door-to-Door →

Pickup and delivery at your address. Standard on every Texas move.

Military Transport →

PCS-ready shipping coordinated around orders for Fort Cavazos, Fort Bliss, and JBSA.

Instant Quote →

Get a real, guaranteed price for your exact Texas route in about 60 seconds.

55,697
Vehicles Shipped
4.8/5
Post-delivery survey
#2
Forbes Advisor Ranked
50
States Covered

Ship your car to or from Texas with Navi

Pickup in 1–3 days · Door-to-door · No upfront payment · Fully insured

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FAQ

Texas car shipping — common questions

Straight answers to the questions customers ask before booking in Texas.

Cost depends on distance, vehicle, transport type, and season. Regional lanes like Texas to Georgia or Colorado run $650–$1,000; mid-distance routes like Texas to Florida or Illinois run $750–$1,150; and longer routes like Texas to California or New York run $1,000–$1,500 on open transport. SUVs and pickups add roughly $150–$300, and enclosed transport adds 50–70%. For an exact figure, use our instant calculator.
In-state and short regional moves take 1–3 days, mid-distance routes to the Southeast or Midwest take 3–5 days, and longer routes to California or the Northeast take 5–7 days. Add a 1–3 day pickup window after booking. You receive an estimated delivery window when you book, and expedited options are available for tighter timing.
Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio are the highest-volume cities. The most common long-distance lanes are Texas to California, Texas to Florida, Texas to New York, and Texas to Illinois — all running year-round with consistent carrier availability.
Early spring and late fall typically offer the best prices and fastest service. Summer (May–August) is busiest in Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio due to relocations and college moves, which pushes rates up. Rare winter storms in North Texas can briefly delay some lanes in December through February.
Yes. We coordinate military shipments around PCS orders for Fort Cavazos, Fort Bliss, Joint Base San Antonio, and NAS Corpus Christi, and we handle student moves for UT Austin, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and the University of Houston around academic calendars.
Very little. The driver needs the keys and access to the vehicle — you do not need to provide the title or pay off a loan to ship a car. We recommend washing the vehicle so existing condition is clear, leaving the tank about a quarter full, removing toll tags, and noting any existing damage on the Bill of Lading at pickup. If you can't be present, you may assign someone to release and receive the vehicle on your behalf.
Open transport ships your vehicle on an open-air trailer — it's the most common and affordable option and fine for the vast majority of vehicles. Enclosed transport uses a fully covered trailer that shields the vehicle from sun, heat, gravel, and debris; it costs 50–70% more and is recommended for luxury, classic, exotic, and high-value vehicles.
Yes. We handle inoperable vehicles using winch-equipped carriers. Non-running vehicles typically cost $200–$350 above standard rates due to specialized loading. Tell us the vehicle's condition when you request a quote so we assign the right equipment.
Reviewed by: Ivan Karakostov, CEO, Navi Auto Transport — 10+ years of auto transport industry experience. Last updated: September 18, 2026 · MC: 1646663 · DOT: 4248916

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