Houston Car Shipping Services
Safely ship your vehicle to or from Houston with Montway, the nation’s top-rated auto transport service provider.
Top-rated Houston auto transport company
Have you purchased a vehicle from a seller across the country? Perhaps you are relocating for a new job? Are you a seasonal traveler? There are many reasons to look for car shipping near you. Trust Montway Auto Transport with your Houston vehicle shipping needs. Fully licensed and insured, we’ve arranged efficient and safe vehicle shipping in cities throughout Texas and across all 50 states.
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Shipping a car TO Houston
Whether you’re a service member with change of station orders, moving for work or adding to a classic car collection, you need a professional to ship your vehicle to Houston. Leave your auto transport to us. Since our founding in 2007, we’ve arranged shipping for more than a million customers.
Shipping a car FROM Houston
Montway makes it easy to find Houston car shipping near you. Our expansive network of more than 15,000 carriers reliably transports vehicles all over the country. We have experience arranging transport for cars, SUVs, trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, electric vehicles, powersports and more.
What customers say about shipping a car to or from Houston with Montway:
This is the fourth year I have used Montway to transport my motorcycle from Chicago to La Jolla, CA and back. They did a great job providing enclosed transportation for my motorcycle.
Montway offered the best price, selected an excellent carrier who kept me informed, and arranged pickup & delivery as I requested. This was for both sides of a round trip from NJ to CA.
The car was going from NJ to CA so there were 2400 miles for a possible issue – there were none. Montway were excellent with communication, and delivered (literally) on the pickup and delivery agreement
My car was picked Monday afternoon from NJ and delivered at my front door in Central Florida on Wednesday morning. 5 Stars on the experience and would recommend them for your transport needs!
Less than 24 hours from New Jersey to Michigan in an enclosed trailer.
We needed to ship a 2007 Honda Accord from New Jersey to California. Our experience with Montway was smooth from strong to finish. What really surprised me is how quickly they got the car across the country.
Had my car shipped from Bayshore New York to Randolph New Jersey without any problems. The driver was great at keeping in touch with me throughout the trip.
This is the 2nd time Montway has transported this vehicle. NY to LA and back .Their price was very good, and both times the driver picked up on schedule, and got it to its destination on time
Montway transported my vehicle from NY to Las Vegas. From pick up to delivery it was extremely smooth. The car was delivered on time and I was informed of the schedule.
Had my car shipped from Bayshore New York to Randolph New Jersey without any problems. The driver was great at keeping in touch with me throughout the trip.
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How does Houston 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 1: Quote & book order
Step 2: Vehicle pickup
Step 3: Vehicle delivery
Ready to book Houston auto transport services?
No moving date? Still researching auto transport near you? Request a Houston car shipping estimate now. Get an instant quote by providing your pickup and drop-off locations, vehicle type and some other details into our online rate calculator. Call 888-666-8929 to talk to a Montway shipping advisor if you have questions about your quote or any other parts of the process. Our experienced team will give you the answers you need.
How much does Houston car shipping cost?
Many factors go into calculating the cost of your Houston car shipment:
- Total travel distance
- Pickup and delivery locations
- Trailer type (open or enclosed)
- Vehicle details
- Seasonal fluctuations
For the most accurate estimate, provide 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 Houston?
The actual transit time of your vehicle can be affected by:
- Weather
- Seasonal demand
- Pickup & delivery location
- Route construction
- Route traffic
Transit time does not include vehicle pickup or delivery 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 Houston 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 Houston auto transport routes
For a clearer picture of what your Houston car shipping transit time and cost could be, we’ve compiled a table highlighting a few of the most common routes to and from Houston. Please keep in mind that these are general estimates based on annual data. For the most accurate cost of Houston car shipping near you, Montway will need your exact vehicle type and location details.
Top 5 routes for car shipping TO Houston
| Shipping to | Shipping from | Average distance | Time estimate | Price estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | California | 1,575 miles | 5-7 days | $1,339 |
| Houston | Florida | 1,204 miles | 4-6 days | $1,029 |
| Houston | Washington | 2,125 miles | 6-8 days | $1,503 |
| Houston | New Jersey | 1,625 miles | 5-7 days | $1,376 |
| Houston | New York | 1,690 miles | 5-7 days | $1,543 |
Top 5 routes for car shipping FROM Houston
| Shipping from | Shipping to | Average distnace | Time estimate | Price estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | California | 1,570 miles | 5-7 days | $967 |
| Houston | Florida | 1,192 miles | 4-6 days | $834 |
| Houston | Washington | 2,145 miles | 6-8 days | $1,428 |
| Houston | New York | 1,681 miles | 5-7 days | $1,149 |
| Houston | Virginia | 1,427 miles | 4-6 days | $995 |
Transport your vehicle to or from any city around Houston
Montway can ship your car to or from Houston or any city in Texas, including San Antonio and Dallas. Take a look at some of the most popular locations we ship to and from.
| The Woodlands | Baytown | Galveston |
| Sugar Land | Beaumont | Cypress |
Houston
and surrounding areas
77001, 77002, 77003, 77004, 77005, 77006, 77007, 77008, 77009, 77010, 77028, 77045, 77056, 77081, 77092, 77093, 77094, 77095, 77096, 77098
San Antonio
and surrounding areas
78201, 78202, 78203, 78204, 78205, 78206, 78207, 78208, 78209, 78210, 78211, 78212, 78213, 78214, 78215, 78216, 78217, 78218, 78219, 78220
Dallas
and surrounding areas
75201, 75202, 75203, 75204, 75205, 75206, 75207, 75208, 75209, 75210, 75211, 75212, 75214, 75215, 75216, 75217, 75218, 75219, 75220
Austin
and surrounding areas
78701, 78702, 78703, 78704, 78705, 78706, 78707, 78708, 78709, 78710, 78711, 78712, 78713, 78714, 78715, 78716, 78717, 78718, 78719, 78720
Fort Worth
and surrounding areas
76101, 76102, 76103, 76104, 76105, 76106, 76107, 76108, 76109, 76110, 76111, 76112, 76113, 76114, 76115, 76116, 76117, 76118, 76119, 76120
El Paso
and surrounding areas
79901, 79902, 79903, 79904, 79905, 79906, 79907, 79908, 79909, 79910, 79911, 79912, 79915, 79920, 79936, 79938, 79942, 79960, 79968
Arlington
and surrounding areas
76010, 76011, 76012, 76013, 76014, 76015, 76016, 76017, 76018, 76019, 76020, 76021, 76022, 76023
Corpus Christi
and surrounding areas
78401, 78402, 78403, 78404, 78405, 78406, 78407, 78408, 78409, 78410, 78411, 78412, 78413, 78414, 78415, 78416, 78417, 78418, 78419
Plano
and surrounding areas
75024, 75025, 75026, 75027, 75028, 75029, 75030, 75031, 75032, 75033, 75074, 75080, 75086, 75087
Lubbock
and surrounding areas
79401, 79402, 79403, 79404, 79405, 79406, 79407, 79408, 79409, 79410, 79411, 79412, 79413, 79414, 79415, 79416, 79417, 79418, 79419
Grand Prairie
and surrounding areas
75050, 75051, 75052, 75053, 75054, 75055, 75056, 75057, 75058, 75059
Brownsville
and surrounding areas
78520, 78501, 78502, 78503, 78504, 78505, 78506, 78507, 78508, 78509
Garland
and surrounding areas
75042, 75043, 75044, 75040, 75041, 75045, 75046, 75047, 75048, 75049
Mesquite
and surrounding areas
75149, 75140, 75141, 75142, 75143, 75144, 75145, 75146, 75147, 75148
Richardson
and surrounding areas
75080, 75081, 75082, 75083, 75084, 75085, 75086, 75087, 75088, 75089
Waco
and surrounding areas
76701, 76702, 76703, 76704, 76705, 76706, 76707, 76708, 76709, 76710
Round Rock
and surrounding areas
78660, 78661, 78662, 78663, 78664, 78665, 78666, 78667, 78668, 78669
College Station
and surrounding areas
77840, 77841, 77842, 77843, 77844, 77845, 77846, 77847, 77849, 77850
The Woodlands
and surrounding areas
77380, 77381, 77382, 77383, 77384, 77385, 77386, 77389, 77390, 77391
Sugar Land
and surrounding areas
77478, 77479, 77487, 77476, 77477, 77498, 77499, 77480, 77488, 77489
Houston car shipping to or from any U.S. state
Are you shipping your car to another state or across the country? Montway arranges shipping for over 250,000 vehicles every year, from coast to coast. Select a state to learn more about auto transport services in your area of interest.
- Nebraska Car Shipping
- Nevada Car Shipping
- New Hampshire Car Shipping
- New Jersey Car Shipping
- New Mexico Car Shipping
- New York Car Shipping
- North Carolina Shipping
- North Dakota Car Shipping
- Ohio Car Shipping
- Oklahoma Car Shipping
- Oregon Car Shipping
- Pennsylvania Car Shipping
- Rhode Island Car Shipping
OPEN car shipping
In open auto shipping, cars are transported on an open car carrier. This type of trailer Is the most popular option in auto shipping because they are widely available and less expensive than enclosed transport. Most people find that open transport balances convenience with affordability.
Learn more about open car shipping.
Pros
- More affordable than shipping in an enclosed trailer
- Higher availability, making it easier to book your preferred date
- More fuel efficient than enclosed transportation
Cons
- Vehicles are exposed to the elements during transit
- Trailers often cannot accommodate vehicles with low ground clearance
- Less security and protection from vandalism
ENCLOSED car shipping
In enclosed auto shipping, cars are transported on an open car carrier. This type of trailer Is the most popular option in auto shipping because they are widely available and less expensive than enclosed transport. Most people find that open transport balances convenience with affordability.
Learn more about enclosed car shipping.
Pros
- Vehicles are more protected from the elements and vandalism
- Often equipped with ramps to load vehicles with lower ground clearance
- Accommodates multiple vehicle types, including motorcycles
Cons
- Less affordable than shipping a vehicle on an open trailer
- Lower availability can make scheduling pickup and dropoff more difficult
- Enclosed carriers move fewer cars at once, which may drive up the cost
Montway offers top-notch Houston auto transport services
Door-to-door car shipping
Door-to-door car shipping is a convenient way to ship your car to or from Houston. You provide specific addresses and the truck driver will pick up and drop off your vehicle as close to your door as safely and legally possible. Keep in mind that some cities have restrictions on large trucks that prohibit them from entering some residential areas.
Hawaii car shipping
Leaving Houston and heading to the islands? Shipping your vehicle to Hawaii is less complicated than you may think. The key is selecting an auto transport provider with experience arranging door-to-port, port-to-door and port-to-port auto transport. Montway can safely get your vehicle to or from Hawaii, while delivering peace of mind.
Motorcycle shipping
Montway provides our Houston motorcycle customers with the best year-round pricing. We use experienced drivers who have the skills and equipment to properly load, secure and transport motorcycles, scooters, ATVs, UTVs and powersports. Call (888) 989-8526 for a custom Houston motorcycle shipping quote.
Military PCS shipping
Most PCS moves are long distances and require a lot of planning. To make your move to or from Houston easier, use Montway to transport your personal vehicles. We offer PCS vehicle shipping discounts for those in active duty, Reserves or National Guard along with military dependents and veterans. Thank you for your service.
4 things to consider when transporting a car to or from Houston
- New residents have 90 days to establish residency in Texas to secure a state driver license.
- All motor vehicles registered in Texas must be inspected each year at an official motor vehicle station. This includes motorcycles, scooters and mopeds.
- ConnectSmart is a navigation app powered by live data from Houston’s transportation authority. Download the app to see real-time updates about road closures, accidents and transit times.
- If you’re leaving Houston and moving out of the state of Texas, remember to remove your EZ TAG from your vehicle and cancel your account.
Houston car shipping FAQs
How should I prepare my car for shipment?
We suggest the car is clean so that any existing damage is fully visible. Remove any personal items, especially anything of value. Also remove automatic toll devices and disable any kind of security system which could give the trucker trouble when loading or unloading the vehicle. Finally, leave a quarter tank of gas in the vehicle to be sure there is enough for loading and unloading.
What’s the cheapest way to ship a car to or from Houston?
A simple way to save money is by opting for open auto transport rather than enclosed. You can also save money by keeping your pickup date flexible, meeting your truck driver near a main route and avoiding seasonal demand. Discover more car shipping tips to help keep money in your pocket.
Is my car insured while transporting it to or from Houston?
Yes, your vehicle will be covered by the carrier’s cargo insurance. Additionally, Montway has its own contingent cargo insurance which protects you for up to $250,000 should the trucker’s policy fail to fully cover a valid claim.
How far in advance should I book my auto shipment?
You should book your car transport as soon as you know pick up and delivery dates and locations. The further in advance you can schedule shipping, the more likely your vehicle will be delivered within your desired timeframe. We suggest booking between two and three weeks prior to the pick up date. Expedited pickup options are also available at an additional cost.
What types of vehicles do you ship?
Montway arranges shipping for all standard types of vehicles such as coupes, sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, minivans, and regular cargo and passenger vans. We can even arrange transport for motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, jet skis and snowmobiles.
How do I pay for my auto transport service?
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.
Ready to transport your car with Montway?
Our car shipping advisors are available by calling (888) 666-8929 to answer all your questions.