Car Shipping in Matthews, North Carolina
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North Carolina Car Shipping & Auto Transport Services
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car to or from North Carolina?
| Zone | Price estimate | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| Southeast & Florida | $352–$847 | 1–3 days |
| Northeast & New England | $362–$746 | 1–3 days |
| Great Lakes & Ohio Valley | $468–$1,128 | 1–4 days |
| Texas & South Central | $705–$1,289 | 2–4 days |
| Mountain West & Southwest | $974–$1,554 | 3–8 days |
| West Coast & Pacific Northwest | $1,085–$1,769 | 5–10 days |
Every price on this page is an estimate based on road miles, shown as a range. The final price depends on your vehicle, your dates and whether you choose open or enclosed transport. A 405-mile Atlanta to Raleigh move is estimated at $352–$502. A 1,039-mile Charlotte to Houston move is estimated at $713–$1,018.
Distance is the biggest driver, but price does not grow in step with miles. Charlotte to Chicago (756 miles) is estimated at $550–$786, while Charlotte to Phoenix (2,053 miles) is estimated at $1,063–$1,519. The Phoenix trip is about 2.7 times as far but costs less than twice as much.
Direction matters very little. The same pair of cities is usually priced within a few dollars both ways, for example Houston to Charlotte at $713–$1,018 and Charlotte to Houston at $713–$1,018, or Orlando to Charlotte at $414–$592 and Charlotte to Orlando at $416–$594. Chicago to Greensboro is $534–$762, while Greensboro to Chicago is $532–$760. A one-way move costs about the same whether North Carolina is the start or the end, which is useful if you ship a car to Florida in the fall and bring it home in the spring.
Other things move the number inside the range:
- Pickup and delivery location. A car in Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham or Greensboro sits on the Interstate 85 and Interstate 40 corridors, where many carriers run every week. A car in a mountain town west of Asheville, a beach community on the Outer Banks or a farm town in the east may need a longer detour from the interstate, which can push the price toward the top of the range.
- Vehicle size and condition. Trucks, large SUVs and cars that do not run take more room or equipment than a sedan.
- Open or enclosed. Enclosed trailers cost more than open ones. Our route estimates show one range, so ask for the enclosed price separately.
- Time of year. Demand rises when winter residents leave for Florida in the fall and return in the spring, and again during the summer moving season, so a flexible pickup date can help you find a driver who is already heading your way.
Popular Car Shipping Routes to North Carolina
| Route | Distance | Transit | Price estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX to Charlotte, NC | 1,039 miles | 2 to 3 days | $713–$1,018 |
| Dallas, TX to Charlotte, NC | 1,027 miles | 2 to 3 days | $705–$1,006 |
| Los Angeles, CA to Raleigh, NC | 2,543 miles | 7 to 9 days | $1,121–$1,602 |
| San Diego, CA to Charlotte, NC | 2,385 miles | 5 to 8 days | $1,085–$1,550 |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL to Charlotte, NC | 711 miles | 2 to 3 days | $518–$739 |
| Orlando, FL to Charlotte, NC | 524 miles | 1 to 2 days | $414–$592 |
| Miami, FL to Raleigh, NC | 806 miles | 2 to 3 days | $575–$822 |
| San Francisco, CA to Gastonia, NC | 2,695 miles | 7 to 9 days | $1,188–$1,698 |
| Seattle, WA to Asheville, NC | 2,681 miles | 7 to 9 days | $1,182–$1,689 |
| Los Angeles, CA to Fayetteville, NC | 2,551 miles | 7 to 9 days | $1,125–$1,607 |
| Phoenix, AZ to Durham, NC | 2,151 miles | 5 to 8 days | $1,069–$1,527 |
| Denver, CO to Winston-Salem, NC | 1,591 miles | 3 to 5 days | $991–$1,416 |
| Dallas, TX to Wilmington, NC | 1,200 miles | 2 to 4 days | $815–$1,164 |
| Houston, TX to Greensboro, NC | 1,124 miles | 2 to 4 days | $763–$1,090 |
| Chicago, IL to Charlotte, NC | 758 miles | 2 to 3 days | $552–$788 |
Popular Car Shipping Routes from North Carolina
| Route | Distance | Transit | Price estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC to Orlando, FL | 526 miles | 1 to 2 days | $416–$594 |
| Charlotte, NC to Chicago, IL | 756 miles | 2 to 3 days | $550–$786 |
| Charlotte, NC to Miami, FL | 736 miles | 2 to 3 days | $536–$765 |
| Charlotte, NC to Houston, TX | 1,039 miles | 2 to 3 days | $713–$1,018 |
| Charlotte, NC to New York, NY | 626 miles | 1 to 2 days | $464–$664 |
| Charlotte, NC to San Diego, CA | 2,386 miles | 5 to 8 days | $1,086–$1,551 |
| Charlotte, NC to Detroit, MI | 631 miles | 1 to 2 days | $468–$669 |
| Charlotte, NC to Denver, CO | 1,563 miles | 3 to 5 days | $974–$1,391 |
| Jacksonville, NC to Denver, CO | 1,812 miles | 5 to 8 days | $1,027–$1,468 |
| Cary, NC to Dallas, TX | 1,184 miles | 2 to 4 days | $804–$1,148 |
| Gastonia, NC to Houston, TX | 1,015 miles | 2 to 3 days | $696–$995 |
| Raleigh, NC to Chicago, IL | 806 miles | 2 to 3 days | $575–$822 |
| Fayetteville, NC to Miami, FL | 745 miles | 2 to 3 days | $542–$775 |
| Charlotte, NC to New York City, NY | 626 miles | 1 to 2 days | $464–$664 |
| Durham, NC to Nashville, TN | 516 miles | 1 to 2 days | $408–$583 |
North Carolina Car Shipping by Region
Charlotte Metro
Charlotte is the state's largest city and a major banking center, ringed by Interstate 485 and tied to Concord, Huntersville, Matthews, Mooresville, Kannapolis and Gastonia along Interstates 77 and 85. Newer suburbs have wide streets, but many apartment complexes and homeowner-association neighborhoods limit large trucks, so drivers often meet at a nearby lot. Chicago to Charlotte is 756 miles, estimated $550–$786, and Houston to Charlotte is 1,039 miles at $713–$1,018.
Cities 7Research Triangle: Raleigh, Durham and Cary
Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill anchor the Research Triangle, home to several universities and Research Triangle Park, and Cary, Apex and Carrboro fill in the suburbs. Interstates 40 and 440 and the Interstate 540 beltway carry most of the traffic, and rush hour is the main scheduling issue. Many townhome and apartment communities have tight entrances, so drivers often meet at a nearby lot. Atlanta to Raleigh is 405 miles, estimated $352–$502, Philadelphia to Durham is 398 miles at $362–$517, and New York to Raleigh is 508 miles at $402–$574.
Cities 5Piedmont Triad: Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point
Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point sit along Interstate 40 and Interstate 85 in the middle of the state, with a mix of older tree-lined neighborhoods and newer subdivisions where large trucks can struggle to turn. High Point hosts a large home-furnishings market each spring and fall. Greensboro to Chicago is 731 miles, estimated $532–$760. Dallas to Greensboro is 1,113 miles at $756–$1,080, and Denver to Winston-Salem is 1,571 miles at $979–$1,398.
Cities 4Asheville and the Western Mountains
Asheville sits in the Blue Ridge Mountains where Interstate 40 meets Interstate 26. The roads climb and wind, snow can slow a carrier in winter, and many mountain driveways and cabin roads are too steep or narrow for a full-size carrier, so drivers meet at a wide road or a large lot in town. We have no Asheville route pages with a price table yet, so request a quote with your pickup address, vehicle and date and we will confirm the estimate.
Cities 1Wilmington and the Southern Coast
Wilmington is a port city on the Cape Fear River with beach communities to the east, and Jacksonville lies up the coast near a large Marine Corps base. Summer beach traffic and hurricane season shape timing here, and island and beach streets are often too narrow for a full-size carrier, so a pickup point on the mainland is easier. New York to Wilmington is 591 miles, estimated $467–$668, with 1–2 days of transit. For shorter runs from Charlotte or Raleigh, request a quote with your pickup address and date.
Cities 2Fayetteville and the Sandhills
Fayetteville sits on Interstate 95 southeast of Raleigh, next to Fort Bragg, so military moves are a large part of the car-shipping market. The area has wide commercial roads, but older neighborhoods and base housing areas can have tight turns, so drivers often meet at a nearby lot. Fayetteville to Jacksonville, Florida is 393 miles, estimated $358–$511, with 1–2 days of transit. For short in-state runs from Fayetteville, request a quote with your pickup address and date.
Cities 2Eastern North Carolina and the Outer Banks
East of Interstate 95, Greenville, Wilson and Goldsboro are the main inland towns, and Elizabeth City sits in the northeast near Virginia. The Outer Banks, with Corolla and Duck, are reached by bridges and long two-lane roads, and rental-season traffic and narrow beach streets make delivery harder in summer. Drivers usually meet at a wide road or lot nearby, and a flexible date helps. We have no route pages with price tables for these towns yet, so ask for a quote for your address.
Cities 6How Long Does Car Shipping to or from North Carolina Take?
Plan for two clocks. The first is the pickup window: a carrier is normally assigned and arrives 1–3 business days after booking. The second is transit, which depends on distance. On our North Carolina routes it runs 1–2 days for trips up to about 700 miles, 2–3 days from 700 to about 1,100 miles, 2–4 days from roughly 1,100 to 1,400 miles, 3–5 days from 1,400 to about 1,700 miles, 5–8 days from about 1,800 to 2,500 miles, and 7–9 days at 2,500 to 2,900 miles.
North Carolina adds a few local factors. The state is long and mostly east-west: Interstate 85 links Charlotte, Greensboro and Durham, Interstate 40 runs from Wilmington through Raleigh and Greensboro to Asheville, Interstate 77 leads north from Charlotte to Virginia, and Interstate 95 crosses the eastern part of the state past Fayetteville. Rush hour on the Charlotte beltway and around Raleigh and Durham can slow pickup and delivery. West of Asheville, steep mountain grades and winter weather can delay a carrier by a day or more. On the coast, summer beach traffic and tropical storms are the main risks.
Inside the big metros, the practical question is usually the pickup day rather than the drive. An apartment complex or a narrow street in an older neighborhood in Charlotte, Raleigh or Durham can be hard for a full-size carrier, so a wide nearby lot and a two-day pickup window help the dispatcher fit your car onto a route that is already running. If you are flying out the day your car is collected, tell us in advance so someone can hand over the keys.
Examples from our route pages: Charlotte to Winston-Salem (80 miles) is 1–2 days, Charlotte to Atlanta (247 miles) is 1–2 days, Raleigh to Jacksonville (455 miles) is 1–2 days, Charlotte to Miami (736 miles) is 2–3 days, Charlotte to Houston (1,039 miles) is 2–3 days, Charlotte to Minneapolis (1,163 miles) is 2–4 days, Charlotte to Denver (1,563 miles) is 3–5 days, Charlotte to Phoenix (2,053 miles) is 5–8 days, and Los Angeles to Raleigh (2,543 miles) is 7–9 days.
Pickup is usually scheduled within a 1–3 business day window after booking; transit time depends on the distance.
| Zone | Transit |
|---|---|
| Southeast & Florida | 1–3 days |
| Northeast & New England | 1–3 days |
| Great Lakes & Ohio Valley | 1–4 days |
| Texas & South Central | 2–4 days |
| Mountain West & Southwest | 3–8 days |
| West Coast & Pacific Northwest | 5–10 days |
When to Ship: North Carolina Seasonality
- September through December: snowbirds heading to Florida Retirees and winter residents from the Northeast and the Mid-Atlantic pass through North Carolina on the way to Florida, and many North Carolinians who winter in Florida ship a car south too. Interstate 95 and Interstate 85 carry the traffic, and carriers fill up on routes such as Charlotte to Orlando and Charlotte to Tampa. Book a few weeks ahead if your arrival date is fixed.
- March through May: snowbirds heading home In spring the flow reverses. Cars come north from Florida to Charlotte, Raleigh and points beyond, with routes like Orlando to Charlotte and Miami to Raleigh in demand. Because prices are close in both directions, a spring trip costs about what the fall trip did. Book early if you need a specific date in April or May.
- June through August: summer moving season and college move-in Summer is the busiest time for family moves and job relocations, especially into the Charlotte and Raleigh–Durham metros, which keep attracting new residents. Military changes of station around Fayetteville and Jacksonville also cluster in these months. In August students arrive at universities in Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, Charlotte, Greenville and Wilmington, which adds a smaller peak. Book early if your move date is fixed.
- June through November: Atlantic hurricane season on the coast Hurricane season runs through the fall, and Wilmington, Jacksonville, the Outer Banks and the rest of the coast can be affected by storms and evacuations. A storm can close roads or delay drivers for days, and carriers may reroute away from the coast. If your pickup or delivery is in a coastal town between August and October, allow extra time, keep your phone on and tell us if the forecast changes your plans.
Open vs Enclosed Car Shipping in North Carolina
The Charlotte area is a center of stock-car racing, with many teams and shops in Mooresville and Concord, and the state has a steady market for collector, performance and classic cars. If your vehicle is valuable, low to the ground or newly delivered, an enclosed trailer protects it from road debris, spring pollen, summer storms and salt air near the coast. Open carriers are the standard choice for everyday cars and cost less. Read more about enclosed transport and open transport. Tell us which you want when you request your quote, and we will match your car with the right carrier. Because enclosed trailers hold fewer cars and fewer carriers run them, availability on a given date can be tighter than for open trucks, so book enclosed shipments a little earlier, especially from smaller North Carolina towns.
Moving to North Carolina: Shipping Your Car from Another State
North Carolina keeps attracting new residents, and many people who move here ship a car or two from where they lived before. The largest flows on our routes come from the Northeast, the Midwest, Texas and California into the Charlotte and Raleigh–Durham metros, and many arrivals choose to have the car delivered the same week the moving truck arrives.
The Northeast is the shortest haul. Durham to New York is 484 miles, estimated at $420–$600 with 1–2 days of transit, and New York to Greensboro is 539 miles at $426–$609. From the Midwest, Chicago to Charlotte is 756 miles at $550–$786, 2–3 days, and Chicago to Greensboro is $534–$762. From Texas, Dallas to Charlotte is 1,027 miles at $705–$1,006, 2–3 days. The longest haul is from California: Los Angeles to Charlotte is 2,421 miles, estimated $1,085–$1,549, with 5–8 days of transit.
A few habits make a relocation smoother. Choose the delivery city closest to your new address, because apartment complexes and new subdivisions around Charlotte, Cary and Apex often have narrow entrances, in which case the driver will meet you at a nearby lot or wide street. Book as soon as your move date is set, and leave a flexible two-day window at both ends. If you will not be there on delivery day, name someone to receive the car and inspect it. After you arrive, the state handles registration and title paperwork, so check with the North Carolina DMV for what you need.
Military Car Shipping in North Carolina
North Carolina has a large military presence: Army installations around Fayetteville, a Marine Corps base at Jacksonville and an Air Force base near Goldsboro, among others. Service members and their families are usually ordered to move on a fixed date, so car shipping around these bases tends to follow the orders calendar, with busy weeks in the summer.
The nearest city pages are Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Jacksonville and Goldsboro. In-state runs such as Raleigh to Fayetteville and Charlotte to Fayetteville are short, so request a quote with your pickup address and date. Moves to the next duty station can be long. Fayetteville to Jacksonville, Florida is 393 miles at $358–$511 with 1–2 days of transit, Raleigh to Jacksonville, Florida is 455 miles at $395–$564, and San Diego to Charlotte is 2,385 miles, estimated $1,085–$1,550, 5–8 days.
Some practical points for a base relocation. Tell us your report date and your pickup address when you request a quote, so the dispatcher can plan around the 1–3 business day pickup window. Base gates and housing areas have their own access rules, so the driver may need to meet you at a nearby wide road or lot. Name a trusted person to hand over the keys and sign the inspection report if you leave before the carrier arrives, and take dated photos of the car before pickup. Whether your orders or your branch cover any part of the move is a question for your transportation office, not for us.
Shipping a Car Between North Carolina and Florida
Florida routes are among the most visited North Carolina routes in our search data, and the drive runs straight down Interstate 95 or Interstate 85 and Interstate 75, mostly flat and fast. Retirees spend winters in Florida, families visit for the summer, and the Southeast has a steady flow of job relocations in both directions.
From Charlotte, Charlotte to Orlando is 526 miles, estimated at $416–$594 with 1–2 days of transit, and the return, Orlando to Charlotte, is 524 miles at $414–$592. From Raleigh, Raleigh to Jacksonville is 455 miles at $395–$564, and from Fayetteville, Fayetteville to Jacksonville is 393 miles at $358–$511, both 1–2 days.
Prices are about the same in both directions, so a car shipped south in October returns in April at nearly the same cost. Florida pickups in South Florida can be harder to schedule in the winter, so ask for dates a little ahead and keep the pickup window flexible.
Cities We Serve in North Carolina
Charlotte Metro
Research Triangle: Raleigh, Durham and Cary
Piedmont Triad: Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point
Asheville and the Western Mountains
Wilmington and the Southern Coast
Fayetteville and the Sandhills
Eastern North Carolina and the Outer Banks
Neighboring States
How to Ship a Car In North Carolina (3 Simple Steps)
Step 1: Get Your Quote
Request a fast, accurate car shipping quote by providing vehicle details, locations, and transport type (open or enclosed). We offer transparent pricing for door-to-door, cross-country, or expedited shipping—no hidden fees.
Step 2: Pickup
After booking, we arrange door-to-door pickup. A driver inspects your vehicle, then loads it using secure equipment. Choose open transport for cost savings or enclosed transport for extra protection. Tracking and updates are available throughout transit.
Step 3: Delivery
Track your vehicle via eBOL. We deliver it to your chosen location, perform a final inspection, and complete the handoff. Safe, insured, and on-time delivery for any vehicle type.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our estimates on North Carolina routes range from $352–$502 for Atlanta to Raleigh to $1,106–$1,580 for Los Angeles to Greensboro. Typical examples: Charlotte to Orlando $416–$594, Durham to New York $420–$600, Chicago to Charlotte $550–$786, Houston to Charlotte $713–$1,018. These are estimates based on road miles, and the final price depends on your vehicle, dates and open or enclosed transport..
After booking, a carrier is normally assigned within 1–3 business days. Transit is then 1–2 days from New York or Philadelphia, 2–3 days from Chicago or Dallas, 3–5 days from Denver, and 5–8 days from Phoenix, San Diego or Los Angeles. Charlotte to Houston, for example, is 2–3 days of transit. Mountain snow, summer storms or a hurricane can add more.
Yes, and many snowbirds do. Book as soon as your dates are set, since fall and spring are the busiest months. Charlotte to Orlando is estimated at $416–$594 with 1–2 days of transit, and Raleigh to Jacksonville at $395–$564. The return trip in spring is priced about the same, for example Orlando to Charlotte at $414–$592.
New York to Raleigh is 508 miles, estimated $402–$574, New York to Greensboro is 539 miles at $426–$609, and New York to Wilmington is 591 miles at $467–$668, each with 1–2 days of transit. Add the usual 1–3 business days for a carrier to be assigned and reach your door. Prices are nearly the same in both directions.
Often yes, but a full-size carrier cannot use every steep mountain road or narrow beach street. In that case the driver will meet you at a wide road or large parking lot nearby, and you sign the inspection report at pickup. Tell us the exact address when you book, expect a price toward the top of the estimated range for remote locations, have someone present at both ends, and take your own photos before the car leaves.
Storms can close roads, force evacuations and delay drivers, mainly on the coast from June through November. A carrier may wait or reroute, and delivery can slip by a day or more. If a storm is forecast near your pickup or delivery address, tell us as early as you can, choose a delivery point away from the coast if possible, and keep your phone on so the dispatcher can reach you.
Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport, meaning the carrier will pick up and deliver your vehicle as close to your specified locations as possible. In some cases, due to narrow streets or local restrictions, you may need to meet the carrier at a nearby location.
While we expect carriers to deliver all vehicles without damage, accidents can happen. It is important for customers to inspect their vehicles upon receipt. If damage is noticed, customers should contact our office asap. Damage should be documented on the “Bill of Lading” received from the driver. If a report is not made in a timely manner we will not be able to assist you with the damage.
All our carriers are fully licensed, insured, and vetted to meet federal and state regulations. We work only with professional, experienced transporters to ensure the safe delivery of your vehicle.
Customer Testimonials
“I contacted Freedom Auto Transport under short notice and they delivered. Got my vehicle picked up in Dallas, TX the same day, it took about 3 days to get delivered. Driver contacted me prior to arrival on both ends and was very friendly. Very easy to do business with. Thanks again.”
“I wanted to share my experience dealing with Freedom Auto Transport. Could not have gone any smoother. Called up Tuesday morning, had my vehicle picked up and on a trailer the very next day! Wow! Everyone I spoke to at Freedom was extremely helpful and friendly. Very pleased with my experience and would 10000% recommend Freedom to anyone that needs auto transport service. Thanks again..”
“Freedom was great, Dan S. with Freedom was the only carrier who could deliver on the dates I needed. I contacted several transporters, the prices and dates changed every 5 minutes. Dan was very helpful every step of the way, and extremely reasonable! I will use these guys from this point forward, make one call and it’s a done deal! Thanks Dan!”
Freedom Auto Transport runs a solid operation. Dorian is the reason I chose this carrier even though I had all but agreed to work with a different hauler. He was fast to return my calls, texted frequently, and used all his contacts to arrange a quick turnaround on the 4Runner I shipped. He almost managed to get a same day pick-up but the dealership I was working with couldn’t complete the paperwork in time for an evening pick up. Easy paperwork/signatures. No heavy sales pitch. Just familiarity with how the industry works, good relationships to leverage, and the urgency to help. I think he really feels good knowing he’s helping to deliver something meaningful to others. Ive used different companies each time I’ve shipped a vehicle but the next time I need a car or truck shipped, I want to work with Dorian. Cheers!
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Areas We Serve in North Carolina (ZIP codes)
Charlotte
and surrounding areas
28202, 28203, 28204, 28205, 28206, 28207, 28208, 28209, 28210, 28211, 28212, 28213, 28214, 28215, 28216, 28217, 28226, 28227, 28262, 28270, 28273, 28277, 28278, and others
Raleigh
and surrounding areas
27601, 27602, 27603, 27604, 27605, 27606, 27607, 27608, 27609, 27610, 27611, 27612, 27613, 27614, 27615, 27616, 27617, 27619, 27621, 27622, 27623, 27624, 27625, 27626, 27627, and others
Greensboro
and surrounding areas
27401, 27402, 27403, 27404, 27405, 27406, 27407, 27408, 27409, 27410, 27411, 27412, and others
Durham
and surrounding areas
27701, 27703, 27704, 27705, 27707, 27709, 27710, 27712, 27713, 27715, and others
Winston-Salem
and surrounding areas
27101, 27102, 27103, 27104, 27105, 27106, 27107, 27109, 27110, 27114, and others
Fayetteville
and surrounding areas
28301, 28303, 28304, 28305, 28306, 28311, 28312, 28314, 28315, 28316, 28387, 28388, 28390, and others
Wilmington
and surrounding areas
19801, 19802, 19803, 19804, 19805, 19806, 19808, 19809, 19810, 19850, 19880, 19884, 19890, 19899, and others
Concord
and surrounding areas
94518, 94519, 94520, 94521, 94522, 94523, 94524, 94527, 94529, 94530, and others
Greenville
and surrounding areas
29601, 29602, 29603, 29605, 29607, 29609, 29611, 29615, 29616, 29617, 29625, 29626, 29630, 29640, 29641, 29642, 29643, 29644, 29646, 29647, 29661, 29662, 29663, 29664, 29669, 29673, 29674, 29678, 29680, 29681, 29687, 29688, 29690, and others