Open Car Transport
The most common and affordable way to ship a car, on a multi-car carrier open to the air (also called open-air transport).
$0.70–$1.89 per mile
- Lowest price per mile
- Most trucks and pickup dates
- Fine for everyday cars
Car Shipping Services in South Portland
Compare open, enclosed, expedited and other car shipping services in South Portland, with estimated prices and the best fit for your car.
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South Portland at a glance
- Typical price
- $240 – $3,820
- Open transport
- $0.33–$1.89 per mile
- Transit time
- 1–5 days
- Trips within Maine
- $240 – $660
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Transport options for South Portland shipments
Choose the service that fits your vehicle, timeline and budget. Rates are the published span for a typical 1,250-mile trip; expedited service is priced per quote.
Enclosed Car Transport
A covered trailer that shields the car from weather, road debris and view.
$0.91–$3.02 per mile
- Protection from weather and debris
- Suited to luxury, classic and exotic cars
- Liftgate loading on many trailers
Door-to-Door Car Shipping
The driver picks up and delivers as close to your addresses as a large truck can safely reach.
$0.70–$1.89 per mile
- No trips to a terminal
- Standard with most carriers
- Nearby meeting point on tight streets
Expedited Car Shipping
Priority dispatch that shortens the wait for pickup when you have a firm deadline.
Priced per quote
- Priority or date-specific pickup
- Fewer stops on some loads
- Useful for tight move dates
Inoperable Car Shipping
Transport for cars that don't start, steer or brake, loaded with a winch or forklift.
$0.70–$1.89 per mile
- Winch-equipped carriers
- Project, salvage and auction cars
- Wheels must roll and steer
Multi-Car Shipping
Ship two or more vehicles on the same truck, often for a lower price per car.
$0.70–$1.89 per mile
- Per-car savings on shared loads
- One pickup and one delivery
- Families, dealers and fleets
Cross-Country Car Shipping
Long-distance moves of roughly 1,500 miles or more across several states.
$0.70–$1.89 per mile
- Lowest price per mile
- About 7–14 days in transit
- Interstate corridor routes
State-to-State Car Shipping
Any move that crosses a state line, from a short regional trip to a cross-country haul.
$0.70–$1.89 per mile
- Priced by distance and demand
- Licensed interstate carriers
- Registration rules differ by state
Coast-to-Coast Car Shipping
Shipping between the East and West Coasts, typically 2,500 to 3,000 miles.
$0.70–$1.89 per mile
- I-10, I-40 and I-80 corridors
- About 7–10 days in transit
- Book early in summer
Seasonal Car Shipping
Snowbird, college and summer shipments that follow predictable yearly demand peaks.
$0.70–$1.89 per mile
- Snowbird routes fall and spring
- Book ahead of peak weeks
- Return trips planned in advance
Compare car shipping services
Published rates and transit times for a typical 1,250-mile South Portland shipment.
| Service | Price per mile | Transit time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Car Transport | $0.70–$1.89 per mile | 3–5 days | Everyday cars, SUVs and trucks |
| Enclosed Car Transport | $0.91–$3.02 per mile | 3–5 days | Luxury, classic and exotic cars |
| Door-to-Door Car Shipping | $0.70–$1.89 per mile | 3–5 days | Most home moves |
| Expedited Car Shipping | Priced per quote | 3–5 days | Fixed deadlines |
| Inoperable Car Shipping | $0.70–$1.89 per mile | 3–5 days | Non-running vehicles |
| Multi-Car Shipping | $0.70–$1.89 per mile | 3–5 days | Families and dealers |
| Cross-Country Car Shipping | $0.70–$1.89 per mile | 3–5 days | Long-distance moves |
| State-to-State Car Shipping | $0.70–$1.89 per mile | 3–5 days | Relocations |
| Coast-to-Coast Car Shipping | $0.70–$1.89 per mile | 3–5 days | Coast-to-coast moves |
| Seasonal Car Shipping | $0.70–$1.89 per mile | 3–5 days | Snowbirds and students |
Which service is right for you?
You want the lowest price
Open transport with flexible dates
Open carriers are the most common and affordable option. A wider pickup window helps you catch a lower rate.
Open car transportYou're shipping a luxury, classic or exotic car
Enclosed transport
A covered trailer shields the car from weather, dust and road debris, and each load carries fewer vehicles.
Enclosed car transportYou're on a tight deadline
Expedited car shipping
Priority dispatch shortens the wait for pickup when the car has to move quickly. Expect to pay more.
Expedited car shippingYour car doesn't run
Inoperable vehicle shipping
Carriers with a winch can load vehicles that don't start, roll or steer. Tell the company about the condition upfront.
Inoperable car shippingYou're moving more than one vehicle
Multi-car shipping
Shipping vehicles together on one truck can cost less per car than booking separate shipments.
Multi-car shippingYou have PCS orders
Military car shipping
Plan pickup around your report date and ask for carriers experienced with base pickups and deliveries.
Military car shipping
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