New York City Auto Transport · USDOT 7557228
Car Shipping in New York City
The hardest metro in the country for a car hauler — and entirely manageable when it is planned properly.
Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island each have their own access constraints: parkway truck bans, low bridges, narrow one-way streets and almost no legal place for a 75-foot trailer to stop.
We solve it the same way experienced carriers do — by agreeing a workable meeting point before the driver is dispatched, typically just outside the dense core, and coordinating an exact time so nobody circles the block.
Popular lanes from New York City
| Destination | Approx. distance | Typical transit |
|---|---|---|
| New York City → Miami, FL | ~1,280 mi | 3-5 days |
| New York City → Chicago, IL | ~790 mi | 2-3 days |
| New York City → Los Angeles, CA | ~2,790 mi | 7-10 days |
| New York City → Dallas, TX | ~1,550 mi | 4-6 days |
| New York City → Atlanta, GA | ~880 mi | 2-3 days |
Distances and transit windows are planning estimates based on typical carrier progress of roughly 400-500 miles per day. Your quote confirms the actual window for your lane.
Making an NYC pickup work
Send us the cross streets and tell us whether there is a nearby lot, park-and-ride or wide commercial avenue. We confirm the location with the carrier before assignment rather than leaving it to the day.
Build a little flexibility into the time window. Bridge and tunnel traffic is the single most common cause of a missed slot in the five boroughs.
What we ship in New York City
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Enter your ZIP codes and we'll recognize the cities automatically. Our dispatch team responds within one business hour.
Common questions
How much does car transportation cost?
Cost depends on distance, vehicle size and weight, whether the car runs, open versus enclosed transport, the season, and how busy the route is. A short regional move on an open trailer is the cheapest scenario; a coast-to-coast enclosed move of an inoperable vehicle is the most expensive. Send us both ZIP codes and the vehicle details for an exact quote.
How long does it take to ship a car?
Carriers average roughly 400 to 500 miles per day once loaded. Regional moves usually take one to three days, cross-country moves seven to ten days. Pickup is typically scheduled within a few days of booking, faster on busy lanes.
Is my vehicle insured while it is being transported?
Yes. Every carrier we assign must have active cargo and liability insurance and valid FMCSA operating authority, and we verify both before your vehicle is booked. Personal items left inside the vehicle are not covered.
What is the difference between open and enclosed transport?
Open transport uses a multi-car hauler with no walls or roof. It is the cheapest and most widely available option and is how new cars are delivered to dealerships. Enclosed transport uses a fully covered trailer that protects the vehicle from weather and road debris; it costs more and is recommended for luxury, classic, exotic and low-clearance vehicles.
See the full car transportation FAQ.