Newark, DE car shipping
Car Shipping in Newark, DE
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$240 – $2,950
Typical price
Sedan, open transport
1–4 days
Transit time
Most major cities
Los Angeles, Baltimore
Top destinations
$240 – $660
Trips within Delaware
Published range for an in-state trip
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About car shipping in Newark
Newark is a regular stop for carriers serving Delaware. Carriers reach the area on I-95 and US-13, with regular loads to Los Angeles, Baltimore, Houston.
- Access to I-95, US-13, US-1
- Popular routes to California, Maryland, Texas
- Door-to-door pickup across the Newark area
- I-95 puts Delaware on the busy Northeast corridor between Philadelphia and Baltimore.
- Main highways
- I-95, US-13, US-1
- Typical transit
- 1–4 days
- In-state trips
- $240 – $660
Car shipping rates from Newark
Estimated from published industry figures for a standard car. Your quote depends on season, vehicle and exact addresses.
| Destination | Distance | Open transport | Enclosed transport | Transit time | Route page |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | 2,830 mi | $990 – $5,350 | $1,290 – $8,560 | 6–12 days | Delaware to California |
| Baltimore, MD | 60 mi | $240 – $660 | $310 – $1,055 | 1–2 days | Delaware to Maryland |
| Houston, TX | 1,560 mi | $625 – $2,950 | $810 – $4,715 | 4–7 days | Delaware to Texas |
| Jacksonville, FL | 870 mi | $635 – $1,645 | $815 – $2,630 | 2–4 days | Delaware to Florida |
| Newark, NJ | 130 mi | $240 – $660 | $290 – $1,055 | 1–2 days | Delaware to New Jersey |
| New York City, NY | 140 mi | $240 – $660 | $290 – $1,055 | 1–2 days | Delaware to New York |
Prices move with the season
No source publishes monthly prices by city, so this is what the studies say about timing.
Summer moving season and the holidays tighten truck space, while mid-January to February is usually the quietest stretch of the year.
Direct Connect Auto Transport reports 2026 versus 2025 running 3% to 8% higher.
Published price adjustments
- Pickup truckPickups cost about 38% more to ship than standard cars.Source: Move.org
- SUVAt 500 miles, an SUV averaged $743 against $696 for a car.Source: Move.org
- Non-running vehicleAdd $150 to $300 for a vehicle that does not run.Source: Direct Connect Auto Transport
Transit times from Newark
Typical days on the road after pickup.
- Philadelphia, PA · 50 mi1–2 days
- Baltimore, MD · 60 mi1–2 days
- Newark, NJ · 130 mi1–2 days
- New York City, NY · 140 mi1–2 days
- Atlanta, GA · 760 mi2–4 days
- Chicago, IL · 770 mi2–4 days
- Jacksonville, FL · 870 mi2–4 days
Popular routes from Newark
Car shipping companies serving Newark
Researched companies ordered by Trustpilot rating, adjusted for review count. Not ranked by city data.
Good to know in Newark
- Full-size carriers need roomA loaded car carrier can be about 75–80 feet long, so narrow or busy streets in Newark may mean meeting at a large parking lot nearby.
- Seasonal demandSummer moving season is the busiest time on most routes, and late winter is often cheaper.
- Plan around trafficRush-hour traffic affects when drivers can reach you. Flexibility on the time of day helps a carrier fit your pickup into its route.
- Moving to NewarkIf you're moving from another state, you'll generally need to register your vehicle in Delaware. Check Delaware's motor vehicle agency for deadlines and inspection rules.
Other Delaware cities
Starting prices on popular routes.
Helpful guides for Newark
Why ship from Newark?
- Carriers already serving Delaware
- Door-to-door pickup where trucks can reach
- Open and enclosed transport options
- Published price ranges you can compare before booking
- Common for relocations, students, military moves and car purchases
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to ship a car from Newark?
Published figures put a standard car on an open carrier at about $240 – $2,950 from Newark to other major cities, depending on distance, season and vehicle. Shorter trips, such as to Philadelphia, run about $240 – $660.
Car shipping cost calculatorHow long does it take to ship a car from Newark?
About 1–2 days to Philadelphia and 6–12 days to Los Angeles, plus the pickup window before the car is loaded.
How long car shipping takesCan the truck pick up at my home in Newark?
Often, yes. On narrow, busy or restricted streets, the driver may ask to meet at a nearby open lot where a full-size carrier can load safely.
Door-to-door car shipping
Should I ship open or enclosed from Newark?
Open transport suits most everyday cars and costs less. Consider enclosed for luxury, classic or exotic cars, or anything with fresh paint.
Open vs. enclosed shippingIs my car insured when shipping from Newark?
Licensed carriers must carry liability insurance, and most carry cargo coverage for the cars they haul. Ask for the certificate of insurance before pickup.
Car shipping insuranceWhat's the cheapest way to ship a car from Newark?
Choose open transport, be flexible with dates, book one to three weeks ahead and meet the truck near a main highway if your street is hard to reach.
Cheapest way to ship a car
Where these figures come from
Published industry studies, not Haulwide shipments. Checked Sep 16, 2026.
- SGT Auto Transport(opens in a new tab)
Published Sep 9, 2026. 30 months of the company's own shipping data (January 2024 to June 2026) across all 50 states and 1,581 state-to-state lanes, limited to completed single-vehicle open transport deliveries and mix-adjusted for distance.
- Move.org(opens in a new tab)
Published Mar 4, 2026. Nearly 800 broker quotes analyzed, priced for a running 2025 Toyota Camry with a one-week lead time using October 2025 quotes.
- Kelley Blue Book(opens in a new tab)
Published Jan 12, 2026. Quotes requested from eight transport companies for a 2025 Honda Accord on three routes from Orlando, on standard open carriers.
- Direct Connect Auto Transport(opens in a new tab)
No publication date given. The company's own carrier data for an operable sedan on open transport; the page states no publication date.
- RoadRunner Auto Transport(opens in a new tab)
Published Sep 1, 2026. The company's completed shipment history, which it describes as over 1 million vehicles delivered across 30+ years, updated September 2026. Its nationwide average is $1,215 at a median distance of 987 miles and a median $1.23 per mile.
The sources disagree, so figures are shown as the span across them rather than a single price. Pricing methodology
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