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Shipping a car TO Durham

When you choose Montway for your Durham auto transport service, you and your car will enjoy 5-star service every mile of the way. Whether you're moving a luxury vehicle, sports car, SUV, truck, or motorcycle, our simple online booking system and dedicated representatives deliver a stress-free experience. We're proud to have earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, reflecting our high service standards.

Shipping a car FROM Durham

Leaving Durham for a new job opportunity, seasonal travel, or other adventure? With Montway’s nationwide carrier network, it’s easy to ship your car from Durham to the West Coast and anywhere in between! With more than one million customers served since 2006, your vehicle will be in expert hands. Let your Montway rep handle the details while you focus on the rest of your move.

What customers say about shipping a car to or from Durham with Montway:

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Satisfied customers
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Experience
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Trusted by the world’s largest brands

How does Durham car shipping work with Montway?

Transporting your vehicle from point A to point B is easier than you may think! In fact, there are just three simple steps—watch the video to learn more.

The car transport process

step_1Step 1: Quote & book order
step_2Step 2: Vehicle pickup
step_3Step 3: Vehicle delivery
How Auto Transport Works

Ready to book Durham auto transport services?

Even if you’re just starting to research auto transport options, it’s not too early to get an Durham car shipping estimate. The fastest way to start is by getting a free instant quote today. Just enter your pickup and drop-off locations, your vehicle type, and a few details about your shipment to generate an accurate quote. If you're shipping an inoperable vehicle, or one with aftermarket modifications, call 888-666-8929 for a customized quote tailored to your shipping needs.

How much does Durham car shipping cost?

Many factors go into calculating the cost of your Durham car shipment, including:


  • Total travel distance
  • Pickup and delivery locations
  • Shipping dates
  • Trailer type (open or enclosed)
  • Vehicle details
  • Seasonal fluctuations

 

For the most accurate estimate, provide a Montway agent with your vehicle type, origin and destination locations, first available shipping date and specific trailer type (open or enclosed).

How long does it take to ship a car to or from Durham?

The actual transit time of your vehicle depends on:


  • Total travel distance
  • Weather
  • Seasonal demand
  • Pickup and delivery locations
  • Route construction
  • Route traffic

 

Transit time does not include vehicle loading and unloading time, or any scheduled stops the driver may have while en route. Once your order is dispatched, you’ll receive estimated pickup and delivery dates.

Calculate your Durham car shipping costs

There are many factors that go into calculating a car shipping cost. Enter basic details about your vehicle, pickup and drop-off locations and transit date for the most accurate estimate.

Popular Durham auto transport routes

The chart below offers a transparent look into our Durham car shipping prices and timelines. These figures are approximate estimates based on our annual shipping data, and might not reflect your exact shipment. For the current cost for your Durham car shipping needs, provide Montway with your exact vehicle type and location.

Top 5 routes for car shipping to Durham

Shipping fromShipping toAverage distanceTime estimatePrice estimate
CaliforniaDurham, NC2,596 miles7-9 days$1,647 
FloridaDurham, NC678 miles2-4 days$788 
TexasDurham, NC1,223 miles4-6 days$966 
ArizonaDurham, NC2,128 miles6-8 days$1,509 
WashingtonDurham, NC2,842 miles7-9 days$1,739 

Top 5 routes for car shipping from Durham

Shipping fromShipping toAverage distanceTime estimatePrice estimate
Durham, NCCalifornia2,608 miles7-9 days$1,502 
Durham, NCFlorida676 miles3-5 days$775 
Durham, NCTexas1,219 miles4-6 days$1,183 
Durham, NCArizona2,132 miles6-8 days$1,413 
Durham, NCWashington2,844 miles7-9 days$1,787 

OPEN car shipping

For shipping vehicles to or from Durham, open transport remains the industry standard. This shipping option offers a large volume of available carriers, making it the most reliable, efficient, and cost-effective method available. With open transport trailers, vehicles can be quickly loaded and unloaded. Since the trailers are uncovered, your vehicle may pick up some dust along the way.

 

Learn more about open car shipping.

ENCLOSED car shipping

Enclosed transport provides the greatest security, privacy, and protection—ideal for high-value vehicles like exotic supercars, and restored classics. This method shields your vehicle from road hazards and inclement weather. Enclosed trailers also have specialized hydraulic ramps and lift gates, to ensure the safest possible loading and unloading for low-clearance vehicles.

 

Learn more about enclosed car shipping.

4 things to consider when transporting a car to or from Durham

  • New residents to North Carolina must get a state drivers license within 60 days of becoming a permanent resident.
  • If you’re already a resident and you are purchasing a vehicle, it must be registered at a North Carolina DMV within 90 days of the renewal date. Registrations must be renewed annually.
  • Remember to remove your Quick Pass or other toll tag when shipping your car through North Carolina to avoid fees.
  • Durham requires emissions systems tests for cars and light-duty trucks.

Durham car shipping FAQs

Costs for Durham car shipping take into account the distance, type of transport, vehicle details, seasonality, and more. On average, a distance under 500 miles will cost $1.85 per mile for open transport, the most common method of vehicle shipping. If shipping a car a few states away, between 501 and 1,500 miles, the rate is $0.91 per mile. Transport over 1,500 miles is about $0.59 per mile. Learn more about how car shipping costs are calculated.

You can choose to pay in full online, Montway accepts all major credit cards and PayPal. You can also pay in cash at the time of delivery. If you choose to pay in cash, there is a small partial payment of $249 or less (depending on the distance of your shipment) when you place your order to secure your car's spot on a truck.

Local or regional car shipments from Durham, between 200 and 600 miles, generally take 2 to 4 days. You can expect about 4 to 6 days for moves between 1,000 and 1,500 miles, and 7 to 9 days when the vehicle relocation is over 2,400 miles. See Montway’s reference chart for more timeframes. Keep in mind that the vehicle type, time of year, and other factors go into determining transit time.

With Montway you can have one piece of luggage in the trunk free of charge. This could be a box, suitcase or bag, weighing no more than 100 lbs.

Yes! Even if your car, truck, van or other vehicle is inoperable, we are still able to transport it. Be sure to indicate this when booking your shipment, since a specialized winch will need to be used to load and unload it on and off the truck. The added equipment and work will be an additional expense.

Montway has experience arranging transport for everyday vehicles such as cars, trucks, and SUVs, as well as electric vehicles, classic cars, motorcycles, golf carts, ATVs, sports cars, and even exotic and luxury vehicles.

Ready to get a car shipping quote with Montway?

Our car shipping advisors are available by calling (888) 666-8929 to answer all your questions.