NATIONWIDE CAR SHIPPING SERVICE

Cross Country Car Shipping

Auto shipping cross country, made simple. Need to move a car across the country? We match you with a licensed carrier, confirm the price in writing before dispatch, and share the carrier name before pickup. You get honest timing for a long trip, not a promise a truck cannot keep.

Azimuth Ship Auto is a bonded broker, not a carrier. MC 1745295 · USDOT 4434495. Offices in St. Augustine and Fort Lauderdale.

Azimuth Ship Auto nationwide car shipping network across the USA

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What is cross country vehicle transport?

Cross country car shipping means a licensed carrier hauls your car between states, often coast to coast, on an open or enclosed trailer. You hand over the keys at pickup and meet the driver at delivery. You don’t spend days on the road.

People ship a car cross country for a new job, a military move, a college move, a car bought online, or a seasonal home. Most cars ride door to door, which means as close to your addresses as a large truck can safely and legally get.

Shipping one car between states? That is interstate car shipping, and it works the same way. As a bonded broker, we don’t own the trucks. We find and check the carrier, so you have one contact from quote to delivery.

KEY CONSIDERATIONS

What to know before you move a car across country.

Longer trip

Long routes take days, with stops for other cars and driver rest.

Flexible pickup

A pickup window instead of one exact day helps price and timing.

Open or enclosed

Choose by your car’s value and how much weather exposure is okay.

Updates

The driver calls before pickup and delivery. Ask us any time.

Cost to ship a car cross country

Price depends on distance, vehicle size, open or enclosed, season, and how flexible your dates are.

Cheapest way to ship a car cross country: open transport, a flexible pickup window, early booking, and off-peak months. More detail: what determines car shipping cost.

How long does it take to ship a car cross country?

Two clocks matter: the wait for pickup and the time on the road. Drivers must follow federal driver rest rules (FMCSA), and they stop to load and unload other cars, so a truck cannot drive straight through.

Weather, traffic, and route changes can add time. In a hurry? See expedited auto shipping.

Should I drive or ship my car cross country?

Think about	Driving it yourself	Shipping your car across country
Your time	Several days of driving	A short handoff at each end
Costs	Gas, hotels, meals, time off work	One written quote
Wear on the car	Thousands of extra miles	No added miles from the trip
Best for	Road trips you want to take	Busy moves, flights, second cars

How do I choose the best cross country car transport company?

Every company says it is the best. These checks tell you more than any ad:

Check FMCSA. Look up the MC or USDOT number and confirm the authority is active.
Broker or carrier? Ask directly. A broker arranges the carrier; a carrier owns the trucks. Both are normal, but you should know which you are dealing with.
Written quote. Get the full price, deposit, and cancellation terms in writing.
Insurance. Ask for the carrier’s cargo insurance certificate before pickup.
Honest timing. Be wary of anyone promising an exact cross-country delivery day before a carrier is assigned.

A good nationwide car shipping company answers all of these without pressure. You can check us with MC 1745295 or USDOT 4434495.

THE PROCESS

How cross country car shipping works.

From quote to keys in your hand, here are the four steps.

Request a quote

Share the route, vehicle, and preferred pickup window.

Carrier assigned

We check authority and insurance, then share the carrier name and USDOT.

Pickup and Bill of Lading

Inspect the car with the driver and sign the Bill of Lading.

Delivery check

Inspect again, note any new damage on the Bill of Lading, then sign.

How do I prepare my car for cross country shipping?

Wash the car and take dated photos of every side.
Remove personal items, toll tags, and loose parts like bike racks.
Leave about a quarter tank of fuel.
Check tires, battery, and fluid leaks, and turn off the alarm.
Have a working key ready, and an adult 18 or older at both ends.
Tell us about low clearance, lift kits, or a car that does not run.

Personal items: plan to ship the car empty. Cargo insurance does not cover belongings. More: how it works.

Open or enclosed cross country vehicle transport?

Open auto transport is the common choice for daily drivers and has the most trucks on long interstate routes. Enclosed auto transport keeps the car out of weather and road dust for the whole trip, which matters more for classic and high-value cars on long trips.

Cross country car shipping from Florida and snowbird lanes

Florida has many busy car-shipping lanes. Snowbirds often ship south in the fall and north in the spring, and trucks fill quickly then, so book early. Our offices are in St. Augustine and Fort Lauderdale. Our nationwide car shipping service covers moves into and out of Florida, plus state-to-state and coast to coast car shipping elsewhere.

Florida to California

Coast to coast

Florida to Texas

Gulf Coast lane

Florida to New Jersey

Both directions

Florida to New York

Busy snowbird lane

Customer reviews

What our customers say

    
 
 
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   Roman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Outstanding experience with this team once again! My family used their services a couple of months ago, and they were my first choice to transport my 1970 classic Land Rover from New Jersey to Florida. The enclosed trailer came with a winch, which made loading and unloading my vintage car smooth, safe, and completely stress-free. Special thanks to the driver, Denis. He is a true professional who kept me updated along the way and shared real-time tracking so I never had to worry. Exceptional care and communication from start to finish. Highly recommended!
  
 
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   Kristina 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I found Azimuth Ship Auto through a local dealership after purchasing my Mercedes, and the experience was excellent from beginning to end. The whole process was handled very professionally. Scheduling was quick, communication was clear, and the pickup was arranged without any complications. My vehicle was transported in an enclosed trailer and arrived safely and in perfect condition. Driver  clearly knew how to handle high-end vehicles, and the office staff was always available, responsive, and helpful whenever I had a question. Everything was coordinated properly and exactly as promised. If you want your car transported by a company that is reliable, careful, and experienced, I would definitely recommend Azimuth Ship Auto. Thank you for making the delivery of my Mercedes so easy and for treating the car with the attention it deserved.
  
 
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   Jessica 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Azimuth Ship Auto did an excellent job overseeing the shipment of my new car from North Carolina to Florida. I worked specifically with Denis, and he was very caring, professional, and responsive. It was a pleasure to work with him. He kept me posted at every stage, from pre-pickup all the way through to an accurate ETA and delivery. Thank you, Denis & Azimuth Ship Auto!
  
 
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   Nia Hut 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great experience with Azimuth Ship Auto. My car was delivered safely and in perfect condition. I really appreciated their professionalism, excellent communication throughout the entire process, and how smoothly everything was handled from start to finish. I would definitely use their services again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable vehicle transfer.
  
 
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   Igor Devyatovskiy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’d like to thank Azimuth Ship Auto for delivering my BMW X5. The car was delivered right on time, despite the long distance of nearly 2,000 miles. I kind of expected it to be all dusty after such a long trip, so I was really surprised when it arrived completely clean. Excellent and careful service!
  
 
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   Angelina Akimova 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. At the beginning of June, our family moved from Colorado to Florida, and we needed a dependable company to transport our vehicle. A friend of mine recommended Azimuth Ship Auto, and I’m so glad they did that. From the very first call, Patricia was professional, friendly, and always available to answer my questions. She explained the entire process, helped schedule everything, and kept me updated from pickup to delivery.Our vehicle was picked up exactly on the agreed date and delivered on time, just as promised. The car arrived in perfect condition, without any issues. It’s hard to find an honest and reliable auto transport company these days who will promise honest and fair price, but Azimuth Ship Auto exceeded all of our expectations. If you’re looking for car shipping I highly recommend them. I will definitely use their services again and recommend them to my friends and family.
  
 
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   Anastasiia Savina 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolute professionals! High-end car owners, look no further. I needed to transport my sports Porsche from Arizona to Florida, and I was incredibly nervous about the loading process due to the very low ground clearance. I contacted Azimuthshipauto, and they immediately put my mind at ease. They ensured that race ramps were provided specifically for my car to guarantee a flawless, scrap-free loading and unloading experience. The communication was excellent throughout the entire cross-country trip, the driver was extremely careful, and my Porsche arrived in Florida in pristine condition. Outstanding service, true attention to detail, and absolute peace of mind. Highly recommend Azimuthshipauto for any luxury or exotic vehicle transport!
  
 
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   Max Kaminski 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently shipped my Porsche 911 Carrera GTS from Florida to New Jersey and had an outstanding experience with Azimuth Ship Auto. As the broker coordinating the transportation, their team handled everything professionally from start to finish. Communication was excellent throughout the entire process, and I always knew exactly where my vehicle was. The carrier they selected was punctual, experienced, and clearly understood how to transport my vehicle. My Porsche arrived on schedule and in perfect condition, exactly as it was picked up with cover on it to avoid any dust. I highly recommend Azimuth Ship Auto to anyone looking for reliable, professional vehicle transportation. I will definitely use them again in the future.

Ready to ship your car cross country?

Call 754-299-0407 for a written quote and honest timing.

Cross country car shipping questions

Is it cheaper to drive or ship your car cross country?

It depends on the distance and your time. Driving means gas, hotels, meals, time off work, and extra miles and wear on your car. For long trips, shipping can work out close to the cost of driving, and it saves you days on the road. Get a written quote and compare it with your real costs for the drive.

How do I check that a car shipping company is legit?

Look up its MC or USDOT number on the FMCSA website and check that its authority is active. Ask whether it is a broker or a carrier, and get the price and terms in writing before you pay. You can check Azimuth Ship Auto with MC 1745295 or USDOT 4434495.

What is the cheapest way to ship a car cross country?

Choose an open carrier, keep your pickup dates flexible, and book early. Terminal-to-terminal service, where it is offered, can cost less, but you drive to and from the lots yourself. Shipping in the off-season also helps. Be careful with quotes far below the others; they often sit unclaimed by carriers.

Who is the best company to ship a car cross country?

There is no single best company for everyone. Look for active FMCSA authority, clear answers on whether the company is a broker or a carrier, a written quote with all fees, proof of the carrier’s cargo insurance, and honest timing. Compare a few quotes on those points, not on price alone.

What is the most trustworthy car shipping company?

Trust comes from checks, not ads. Look up the MC or USDOT number on the FMCSA website and confirm the authority is active. Ask whether the company is a broker or a carrier, get the price, deposit, and cancellation terms in writing, and ask for the carrier’s cargo insurance certificate before pickup. Read recent reviews on more than one site.

Is nationwide auto transport good?

For most people, yes. It is how dealers and families move cars every day, and it saves you a long drive. It is not instant: expect a pickup window and several days on the road, plus normal road dust on an open carrier. It works best when you check the company, get a written quote, and keep your dates a little flexible.

Do I need special permits to ship a car to another state?

No. You do not need a permit to ship your own car between states. The carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority, and the broker must be registered and bonded. You will still register the car in your new state under that state’s rules.

Can I pack personal items in the car?

Plan to ship the car empty. Car carriers are not set up to move household goods, and cargo insurance does not cover personal items. Some carriers allow a small amount in the trunk at your own risk. Ask before you pack anything.

Should I choose open or enclosed transport for a long trip?

Open transport suits most daily drivers and has more trucks on long routes. Enclosed transport keeps the car out of weather and road dust and suits classic, exotic, or low-clearance cars. Enclosed costs more and has fewer trucks, so book earlier.

What happens at pickup and delivery?

You, or an adult 18 or older you trust, inspect the car with the driver and signs the Bill of Lading. At delivery, check the car again in good light and write any new damage on the Bill of Lading before you sign.