Transparent Pricing. No Hidden Fees.Charged at Pickup.
Every quote includes carrier matching, insurance, tracking, and proactive communication. Choose the tier that fits your timeline.
ShipCargo AI offers three car shipping tiers: Standard (7–21 day pickup, lowest cost), Priority (3–7 day pickup, our most popular tier), and Expedited (1–3 day pickup with enclosed transport included). Every quote is all-inclusive — carrier pay, insurance, tracking, and communication — and you only pay when your vehicle arrives.
Service tiers
Ship & Save
Best for flexible schedules
- 7–21 day pickup window
- Open carrier transport
- Basic SMS/email status updates at milestones
- Standard cargo insurance included
- AI quoting with instant pricing
- Payment on delivery
Ship with Confidence
Best for most customers
- Guaranteed 3–7 day pickup window
- Proactive AI communication — real-time ETA updates sent before you ask
- Priority carrier matching — higher-reliability carriers only
- Dedicated communication thread
- Enhanced cargo insurance (higher coverage limit)
- Enclosed transport option available (additional cost)
- Photo inspection reports at pickup AND delivery
- Payment on delivery
Ship Now
Best for urgent or high-value shipments
- 1–3 day guaranteed pickup
- 24/7 live carrier tracking with full GPS visibility
- Top-tier carrier matching (highest performance scores only)
- Dedicated communication thread with priority response
- Premium cargo insurance included
- Enclosed transport included
- Guaranteed delivery window
- Payment on delivery
See Your Exact Price
Pricing varies by route, vehicle size, transport type, and season. The quoting tool gives you an exact, all-inclusive rate in under 60 seconds.
Get a QuotePricing across all 50 states
We quote and dispatch in every U.S. state. Lanes between major metros tend to be the most competitive because carrier supply is highest there. Rural pickups and deliveries cost a little more because carriers wait longer to fill the rig. Use the quoting tool to see real, live pricing for your exact ZIP-to-ZIP route.
Pricing FAQ
Why are there three tiers?
Because not everyone has the same timeline or needs. Standard is for budget-conscious shippers with flexibility. Priority is for most people who want a reliable, predictable experience. Expedited is for urgent shipments or high-value vehicles that need the fastest, most secure handling.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. The price you see in your quote includes everything — carrier pay, coordination, insurance, tracking, and communication. There are no booking fees, cancellation fees, or surprise surcharges.
When are you actually charged?
We keep a credit card on file when you book to lock your rate — you are not charged at that moment. The card is only charged once the carrier physically picks up your vehicle. You can place an order with zero upfront payment. If the carrier never picks up, you owe nothing.
How are rates calculated?
Pricing is set by route distance, vehicle size and condition, transport type (open vs. enclosed), seasonality, and tier. Our AI quoting tool pulls live carrier supply on your exact lane and returns an all-in price in under 60 seconds.
Is car shipping pricing the same in every state?
No. Pricing varies by state because carrier density, fuel costs, and seasonal demand differ. Lanes between major metros (LA, Dallas, Atlanta, NYC) are typically the most competitive. Rural pickups or deliveries cost more because carriers wait longer to fill the rig.
Ready to see your real price?
All-in, no surprises. Quote takes under 60 seconds.