Name: Keith P.
Rating: 5
Author: Cross Country Car Shipping

I had a great experience with Axis transporting my car from Chicago to Florida. Everything went smoothly and on time, with no stress at all. The team was very helpful, professional, and responsive throughout the entire process. I truly appreciate their service and would definitely use them again in the future. Highly recommended!

I recently used Axis Auto Logistics to transport my vehicle across the country, and I couldn’t be more impressed. From the first phone call to final delivery, their communication was clear, professional, and reassuring. The driver arrived on time, handled my car with great care. My car arrived in perfect condition and right on schedule. It’s rare to find a company that combines reliability, transparency, and excellent customer service the way Axis Auto Logistics does. Highly recommended for anyone needing safe and stress-free auto transport!

I recently used Axis Auto Logistics to ship my vehicle across the country, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the moment I requested a quote to the final delivery, the process was smooth, transparent, and stress-free. The customer service team was responsive and kept me updated throughout the journey. My car arrived on time and in perfect condition, exactly as promised. The driver was professional and courteous, and pickup/drop-off were both quick and easy. I would highly recommend Axis Auto Logistics to anyone looking for reliable and efficient auto transport services.

Great partnership! Awesome team with highly skilled staff who is working day and night to ensure quality of work. I’ve hauled several vehicles for them and by far I am impressed of their problem solving and customer support. If you are an end customer who is looking for a competitive quote, great service and great carrier this is the company that can do this for you. Our company is looking for future business with Axis and we hope it is the same! 🙌🙌✌️✌️

We have moved our car from Montana to LA without any problems using Axis Auto Logistics. It was a tough decision to choose someone who just stepped on the market but the experience was very good and I would definitely recommend Axis at any time if you need your vehicle shipped. The communication was perfect, the support both on the phone and chat were really polite. Our car was picked up without any issues and delivered sooner than expected. The price was reasonable. Recommend with both hands!

I contacted Axis 5 days ago to get a quote for my son's car. The price was competitive, and the sales agent explained the process clearly and professionally. They arranged a driver who was friendly and kept me well informed. I'm very happy with the service and will definitely use them again. Highly recommended!

I recently transported my car with Axis Auto Logistics, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. From start to finish, the service was professional, reliable, and smooth. Communication was clear, the timing was accurate, and my vehicle arrived in perfect condition. I’m truly satisfied and would highly recommend Axis Auto Logistics

Very quick and seamless service. Had to quickly move my new Raptor from Copart, and these guys did a fine job in gettin it done the way i wanted to! Booking was very easy through their site and they actually take the time to explain all the details, which one may not be aware of when doing this for the first time. And all this within my budget :)

Types of Vehicle Transport Services that can be used for Cross-Country Moving

If you need cross country shipping services, the good news is that almost all of the vehicle transport options that we offer are available for long-haul cross-country shipping as well. That includes open transport trailers or enclosed transport trailers for high-dollar vehicles, as well as salvage vehicle shipping for non-running cars, oversize vehicle transport, motorcycle shipping, door-to-door transport and classic and luxury car transport. We’re flexible and we’re ready to work with you to come up with the right solution for your cross country car shipping needs.

How to Get an Instant Shipping Quote for Long Distance Vehicle Transport Across Country?

No need for a lengthy phone call with Customer Support to get your shipping quote - we bypass that step completely with our Quote Calculator.

Steps for Booking Your Car Shipment

Finding out what you can expect to spend on long distance vehicle transport is the easiest and quickest part of the whole process. Just locate the Quote Calculator feature on our website and use its dropdown box system to enter the following details:

Year/make/model of vehicle
Vehicle running condition
Desired timeframe for transport
Desired method for transport
Zip codes of starting point and destination

The calculator needs this information to be able to generate an accurate quote. Just click “enter” when the details are filled out, wait a couple of seconds and that’s it - it will serve up the estimate you need. All quotes are final, with no tacked on charges or surprise fees, and you won’t be charged until we’re able to assign your order to a transport driver.

What is the Average Time and How Long Does Cross-Country Car Shipping Take?

What Impacts the Delivery Time?

Delivery times are always estimates and not guarantees, due to the unpredictability of highway logistics and the number of ways (out of anyone’s control) that a driver can be slowed down and the schedule disrupted once the truck is dispatched and on the road.

Estimates are always based on the mileage between Point A and Point B, and our transport drivers know how to optimize their routes and take advantage of the efficiency of the Interstate highway system. Still, things like bad weather, construction, detours, heavy traffic or road conditions can all conspire to delay the driver, just like they would for a family that’s on a summer road trip. Also the Dept of Transportation has strict hours of service regulations for truck drivers, and transport drivers have to stay in compliance with those rules.

As a general rule, our performance guidelines for drivers note that a delivery that has to cover 300 miles should be doable in a single day. If there are 2000 highway miles involved on a route, that is considered an 8 to 9 day turnaround, and then delivery times can be roughly calculated around those two standards.

Personal Belongings Transport: What You Can Bring Cross Country

Bringing personal stuff in a vehicle that’s being transported is discouraged, but it’s permissible to bring up to 100-150 lbs of personal items as long as they’re securely boxed up and stowed in the trunk or cargo area.

Do Your Research for Auto Transport Companies

Don’t go with the cheapest rate you find - too often, this means the transport company is cutting corners on service and performance and you may not be satisfied with the outcome.
Check the company’s reputation, including online reviews and forum posts. Customers will generally say what’s on their mind, in their own words, in Google reviews and on other review platforms.
Be sure the company is BBB accredited.
Look for the company’s USMCA and DOT numbers, and be sure that they’re current.
Read all the details in the shipping agreement carefully.
Find out what services the company really offers for shipping.

Prepare Your Vehicle for Shipping

As noted in the above section, there are a number of steps that you should take to prep your vehicle for transport and to help ensure a seamless car shipping experience.

Document the Condition of Your Car

Before your car is loaded and secured for transport, you and the transport driver will each perform an inspection of the car for the Bill of Lading document. You will each do a post-trip inspection as well, and you’ll be asked to sign the Bill of Lading before you take possession of the car again. It’s advisable that you take plenty of photos of the vehicle before shipping, including photos from various angles, that can give you an accurate record of the car’s condition. Note that if you detect any damage after signing the Bill of Lading, filing an insurance claim could be difficult.

Cost Factors for Cross-Country Vehicle Transport

Let’s quickly run through some of the factors that go into cost calculations for vehicle shipping.

Impact of Distance on Pricing

Just like if you were buying a bus ticket or train ticket, the mileage involved is one of the biggest determinants of shipping costs. Cost/mile is the yardstick for these calculations, but the good news is that it’s a sliding scale – the more miles are involved, the more the cost/mile rate starts to drop, making cross country vehicle shipping a pretty solid value.

Vehicle Type and Its Influence on Shipping Costs

The Cost Calculator needs your car’s year/make/model to be able to pull information from the database about its curb weight and dimensions. A 4 door F150 is about 16 ft long and weighs around 5500 lbs, while a Mazda Miata is about 10 ft long and weighs only around 2500 lbs. It just makes sense that the Ford truck is going to be the more expensive vehicle to ship. Oversize vehicles like Sprinter vans or food trucks have their own special concerns when it comes to shipping - if you’re shipping an oversize vehicle, reach out to us via live chat or call our team at (864) 249-4838 to discuss.

Is there any difference in Pricing during different seasons?

By its nature, the vehicle shipping business is seasonal and cyclical. There are calendar periods where the volume of orders that we handle will typically go up, meaning fewer drivers are on deck to take on incoming orders. When things tighten up like that, the supply/demand principle always means that prices will go up for a bit, at least until the workflow slacks off somewhat. If this is a concern for you, you might want to have a call with our customer support – if it’s possible to schedule your shipping for the off season, you could save a bit of money.

Door-to-Door

At one time, vehicle shipping meant having to go to a truck depot or freight terminal to arrange pickup or delivery. That’s no longer true with door-to-door shipping: just like Uber Eats, we dispatch our transport driver to your curbside location for pickup, and then deliver it curbside at the destination. NOTE: if your neighborhood has a lot of parked cars on the street, low hanging branches or sharp corners, it could be difficult or even against city ordinances to get an 80’ transport truck to your location. If so, consider scheduling things so you can meet your driver at an easier and more accessible spot such as a nearby open parking lot.

Motorcycle Shipping Considerations

Yes, we do ship motorcycles! Your bike will be packed into a custom built wood shipping crate and securely strapped down for safety and protection en route.

Classic and Luxury Vehicles

High-dollar luxury cars, rare classics and fragile antiques call for extra security while in transit. Enclosed vehicle transport is the perfect solution for these situations, and white-glove service is available for a premium level of attention and care in handling while the vehicle is with us.

Military Vehicle Transport Services

For active duty military and Guard members as well as first responders, military family vehicle shipping is available (with a standing discount). Talk to one of our representatives to find out more - we’re experienced in vehicle transport for military members and know the forms and procedures that the military calls for in these situations.

Take Photos

Take numerous photos of the car before transport for an accurate document of its condition

Fluid leaks

Check your car for fluid leaks: motor oil, coolant, transmission, brake or power steering fluid. Transport drivers might refuse to load a vehicle with leaks.

Fuel

Shipping your vehicle with less than ¼ tank of fuel saves on curb weight and shipping costs.

Wash Your Car

Give it a good wash job - it’s easier to spot any dings, scrapes or defects on a clean vehicle.

Understanding Delivery Timelines and Transportation Costs

As a general rule, our guidelines for transport drivers note that a delivery that involves 200 to 300 miles on the highway should be finished in a single day. If 2000 highway miles are involved, that’s usually expected to be an 8 to 9 day turnaround. Delivery timeframes can be anywhere between those two extremes, depending on distance involved. It’s important to note that delivery schedules can easily be disrupted and the driver delayed by things like bad weather, road conditions, detours or heavy traffic, which is why delivery ETAs are always estimates and not guarantees.
Cost calculations usually hinge on details like the year/make/model of the vehicle (related to curb weight and dimensions), the vehicle’s running condition (it costs more to ship an inoperable vehicle), the distance involved and the seasonality. The good news is that for very long runs, the cost/mile formulation will drop, making cross country auto transport a solid value. For more precise info on rates and costs, feel free to talk to one of our representatives via live chat or call us at (864) 249-4838.

Cross Country Car Shipping

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What is Cross-Country Car Shipping and How Does it Work?

Do you need to get a vehicle to a destination that’s several hundred miles (or several states) away from your starting point? It sounds like cross-country car shipping is what you need.