The Cost of Shipping a Car in New Jersey
You can expect to pay between $500 and $1,500 for shipping a car in or out of New Jersey. This is because there are several factors that work in combination, and each factor plays a significant role in your final cost. It includes the distance, route, pick-up location, delivery location, type of vehicle, mode of transport, and season.
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1. Distance
The first factor to consider while shipping a car in or out of New Jersey is the distance. The following table shows how it affects your cost:
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Route
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Distance
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Price
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Notes
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Newark to Boston
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Short Distance, Under 500 miles
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~$1.50/mile
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Quick trip, lower total cost.
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Cherry Hill to Orlando
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Medium distance, ~1,200 miles
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~ $0.90/mile
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Per mile drops, but total rises.
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Hoboken to Los Angeles
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Long Distance, ~2,000+ miles
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~ $0.73/mile
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Best per-mile rate, highest total.
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2. Route Taken For the Trip
The route taken for the trip is as significant in cost as the distance. Two trips of the same distance can have different costs because of the routes. For example, a trip of 300 miles from Camden to Pittsburgh can cost more than you estimate because of toll bridges and more complex road conditions. A similar distance, such as from Newark to Washington DC, offers low prices due to smoother travel on major highways such as the New Jersey Turnpike and I-95.
3. Pickup and Delivery Location
Locations near major highways, such as the New Jersey Turnpike, I-78, I-80, or the Garden State Parkway, tend to offer lower costs because carriers frequently operate in these areas. Cities like Newark, Jersey City, Elizabeth, Edison, and Trenton are considered easy locations.
Shore towns like Cape May or Wildwood may be more expensive due to narrow roads and seasonal traffic. Rural areas in counties like Sussex or Salem can also cost more because fewer carriers pass through those regions.
4. Vehicle Size and Type
Your car’s specs link directly to what kind of transport you need. For example, a Standard sedan or small SUV fits anywhere and incurs the lowest cost. Lifted truck, big SUV, or dually? Takes up 1.5 to 2 spaces on the trailer and costs more. Low-clearance sports car (Corvette, Porsche, Lamborghini)? Can’t go on a standard open trailer ramp without scraping. Oversized or non-running vehicle? Needs special equipment. Adds cost.
5. Transport Type (Open vs Enclosed)
An open trailer is the most commonly used and budget-friendly option, and it works well for standard everyday vehicles like sedans, SUVs, and trucks. Enclosed transport, on the other hand, is often chosen for luxury, classic, or high-value vehicles, but it does come at a higher price because it offers a more secure and specialized shipping experience.
6. Time of the Year
During the winter months, weather conditions such as snow and storms can slow down transportation and sometimes increase prices due to reduced carrier availability. Summer is also a busy season because many people relocate, especially along major routes, which leads to higher demand and potentially higher costs. Spring and fall are often the most balanced seasons, offering more stable pricing and better availability.