Delaware Car Shipping for Military, Corporate and Coastal Moves
Top Route
Delaware to New York
Avg. Transit Time
0.5 to 5 days
Avg. Cost
$484 to $1,250
(2903 reviews)
4.7
BBB
(3876 reviews)
4.6
Birdeye
(3895 reviews)
4.5
Total timeline from booking to delivery includes dispatch time on top of transit, so build in a few extra days beyond the drive itself.
Open transport is the most affordable way to ship a car from Delaware.
Delaware requires emissions and safety inspections statewide across New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties.
Primary carrier highways serving Delaware are I-95, I-495, I-295, and Route 13.
All carriers in our network hold a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability coverage and $100,000 in cargo insurance.
Key Takaways
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car from Delaware?
Shipping a car from Delaware costs between $484 and $1,250 on average. Short regional hops like Delaware to Maryland or Pennsylvania run under $550, while long-haul routes like Delaware to Iowa or Florida land closer to $1,200.
Cost to Ship Your Car to Delware
| Ship Car From | Ship Car To | Estimated Route Distance | Estimated Delivery Time | Estimated Cost | Get A Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | Florida | 1,127 mi | 3-5 days | $1,210 | Get a Quote |
| Delaware | Iowa | 1,053 mi | 3-5 days | $1,250 | Get a Quote |
| Delaware | Maryland | 88 mi | 0.5-1 day | $530 | Get a Quote |
| Delaware | New Jersey | 183 mi | 1-2 days | $711 | Get a Quote |
| Delaware | New York | 264 mi | 1-2 days | $550 | Get a Quote |
| Delaware | Pennsylvania | 91 mi | 0.5-1 day | $484 | Get a Quote |
Cost to Ship Your Car from Delaware
| Ship Car From | Ship Car To | Estimated Delivery Time | Estimated Route Distance | Estimated Cost | Get A Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | Delaware | 0.5-1 day | 83 mi | $435 | Get a Quote |
| New Jersey | Delaware | 1-2 days | 131 mi | $515 | Get a Quote |
| New York | Delaware | 1-2 days | 186 mi | $541 | Get a Quote |
| Pennsylvania | Delaware | 0.5-1 day | 89 mi | $404 | Get a Quote |
| Virginia | Delaware | 1-2 days | 171 mi | $539 | Get a Quote |
Open vs. Enclosed Transport Costs
Open transport is the most common transport method for car shipping in Delaware, and it is the cheapest option because more vehicles fit on a single set of car carriers, the same open-air transport trailers you see hauling new cars to dealerships. Enclosed shipping puts your vehicle inside a fully enclosed transport trailer, shielded from weather and road debris, which matters if you are shipping a classic car or a luxury vehicle, and it typically runs 20 to 30 percent higher than open transport.
Nationally, auto transport service pricing tends to run about $0.65 to $1.00 per mile, though shorter Delaware routes carry a higher per-mile rate to cover the driver’s minimum trip cost. Total shipping costs for most car shipments range from a few hundred dollars for a short regional hop to a few thousand for a true cross-country route.
Delaware sits directly on the I-95 corridor between Philadelphia and Baltimore, so carrier availability along the East Coast is strong, and urban hubs like Wilmington, DE, see faster pickup windows than rural parts of Sussex County. Demand rises in summer and during the fall snowbird migration south, so booking early tends to lock in a more accurate estimate and better pricing than waiting until the week you need to move.
"The price we quote you is going to be the price we charge you when it comes to shipping your vehicle."
SHIPYOURCARNOW FIXED PRICE PROMISE
The price we quote is the price you pay. Locked from quote to delivery.
No surprises. No exceptions.
Trusted Nationwide Delaware Vehicle Shipping
Licensed, Insured, and Vetted
Know Your Trucker and In-House Claims
Our Know Your Trucker program sends you a text on pickup day with your driver’s photo, driver’s license, and equipment details, so you know exactly who is arriving and can confirm your vehicle arrives safely with the right person. Every driver in our network is fully insured before they ever haul a car for us. If anything ever goes wrong, our claims team handles it in-house rather than outsourcing your case to a third party.
How Delaware Car Shipping Works
Step 01: Request Your Instant Quote
Tell us your vehicle type, vehicle details, pickup and delivery locations, and your preferred transport date. We will match you with an open or enclosed transport carrier and a shipping option that reflects the Fixed Price Promise, so what you see is what you pay.Tell us your vehicle type, vehicle details, pickup and delivery locations, and your preferred transport date. We will match you with an open or enclosed transport carrier and a shipping option that reflects the Fixed Price Promise, so what you see is what you pay.
Step 02: Schedule Pickup and Vehicle Inspection
Step 03: Transport, Tracking, and Delivery
Military PCS Shipping from Delaware
Corporate Relocation Car Shipping for Delaware
Wilmington is one of the country’s biggest banking hubs, home to major credit card and financial operations for companies like Chase, Capital One, Barclays and Bank of America, alongside homegrown institutions such as WSFS Bank and Wilmington Trust. Add in DuPont, Chemours, and Incyte anchoring the state’s chemical and biopharma sector, and you get a steady stream of corporate professionals relocating into New Castle County for a new role. Delaware’s business-friendly tax structure and Court of Chancery also mean that more than half of the Fortune 500 are incorporated here, which keeps corporate transfers moving in both directions year-round, no matter which business location you are relocating from. As a car transport company that works with relocation coordinators regularly, we know a new business location often comes with a fixed start date and very little flexibility.
Why Ship a Car To or From Delaware
Delaware's Coastal and College Draw
Delaware Vehicle Registration and Driver Requirements
Registration Deadline
Emissions Testing Requirements
Driver's License Transfer Deadline
Title Transfer Fee
Insurance Requirements
Ready to Ship Your Car From or to Delaware
Car Shipping Services Available for Delaware Moves
Open Auto Transport
Enclosed Car Shipping
Expedited Vehicle Shipping
Military PCS Shipping
Corporate Relocation
Luxury and Exotic Car Transport
Motorcycle Shipping
Door-to-Door Car Shipping
7-Point Vehicle Preparation Checklist
Complete this checklist before vehicle pickup so nothing holds up your driver on the day.
1
Remove all personal items from the vehicle.
2
Keep a quarter tank of fuel in your vehicle.
3
Take timestamped photos of all four sides and the roof.
4
Disable your alarm system.
5
6
Check tire pressure is correct on all four tires.
7
Have one working key ready for the driver.
SHIPYOURCARNOW FIXED PRICE PROMISE
The price we quote is the price you pay. Locked from quote to delivery.
No surprises. No exceptions.
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Delaware Car Shipping FAQ
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