Car Shipping in Vergennes, Vermont
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Vermont Car Shipping & Auto Transport Services
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car to or from Vermont?
| Zone | Price estimate | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-Atlantic | $353–$626 | 1–2 days |
| Great Lakes & Ohio Valley | $453–$941 | 1–3 days |
| Southeast & Florida | $648–$1,421 | 2–5 days |
| Texas & South Central | $984–$1,539 | 4–8 days |
| Mountain West & Southwest | $1,124–$1,670 | 7–9 days |
| West Coast & Pacific Northwest | $1,177–$1,778 | 7–10 days |
Below are estimates for sample Vermont routes, each given as a range. We confirm the exact figure after we see the pickup address, the delivery address, the vehicle and your dates, and the quote is free. Final cost depends on the vehicle, the dates and whether you choose open or enclosed transport.
Estimated ranges by route:
- Montpelier to Philadelphia: $353–$505
- Rutland to Washington, DC: $395–$564
- Winooski to Baltimore: $414–$591
- Rutland to Chicago: $630–$900
- Northfield to Charlotte: $648–$926
- Burlington to Atlanta: $782–$1,117
- Rutland to Dallas: $984–$1,406
- Phoenix to Burlington: $1,130–$1,615
- Seattle to St. Albans: $1,177–$1,681
- Burlington to Los Angeles: $1,197–$1,710
Vermont has some features that change the picture compared with a flat, densely populated state. The population is spread across small towns, and most carriers that serve New England pass through only a handful of places. Cars in Burlington, South Burlington, Essex and Williston sit close to Interstate 89, where trucks load and unload every week. Cars in Montpelier and Barre are also on that interstate, and Brattleboro has direct access to Interstate 91 and a short run to the Massachusetts line. A car in a hill town, on a gravel road or in the Northeast Kingdom is farther from those corridors, and the quote reflects the extra time a driver needs to reach it.
Distance still matters most, but several practical factors adjust the quote:
- How rural the pickup is. A driver can load a sedan in a Burlington parking lot in minutes. A farmhouse at the end of a steep dirt road may call for a meeting point at a paved lot on the nearest state route. Tell us early if the address has a narrow lane, a covered bridge or a low branch overhead.
- Vehicle size. Trucks, vans, lifted vehicles and cars with roof racks or a plow mount take more space than a compact car. Subarus with cargo boxes and pickups with a plow frame are common here, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
- Open or enclosed. Enclosed trailers cost more than open ones and fewer of them run in New England. See enclosed transport and open transport for the difference.
- Season and flexibility. Foliage weeks, ski season and the college calendar all raise demand on short notice, and winter weather can slow a route. A pickup window of several days lets us place the car with a driver who is already heading your way, which often helps the quote.
To get a number, give us the pickup and delivery towns, the year, make and model, whether the car runs, and a date range. We reply with an estimate and explain what would raise or lower it.
Popular Car Shipping Routes to Vermont
| Route | Distance | Transit | Price estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego, CA to Stowe, VT | 2,948 miles | 7 to 10 days | $1,218–$1,739 |
| Los Angeles, CA to Burlington, VT | 2,899 miles | 7 to 9 days | $1,197–$1,710 |
| Phoenix, AZ to Newport, VT | 2,651 miles | 7 to 9 days | $1,169–$1,670 |
| San Antonio, TX to Winooski, VT | 2,006 miles | 5 to 8 days | $1,039–$1,484 |
| Houston, TX to Rutland, VT | 1,841 miles | 5 to 8 days | $1,044–$1,491 |
| Dallas, TX to Montpelier, VT | 1,782 miles | 4 to 7 days | $1,023–$1,461 |
| Jacksonville, FL to Brattleboro, VT | 1,132 miles | 2 to 4 days | $769–$1,098 |
| Chicago, IL to South Burlington, VT | 900 miles | 2 to 3 days | $643–$918 |
| Detroit, MI to Bennington, VT | 573 miles | 1 to 2 days | $453–$647 |
Popular Car Shipping Routes from Vermont
| Route | Distance | Transit | Price estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stowe, VT to Atlanta, GA | 1,199 miles | 2 to 4 days | $814–$1,163 |
| Montpelier, VT to Chicago, IL | 949 miles | 2 to 3 days | $658–$940 |
| Northfield, VT to Charlotte, NC | 935 miles | 2 to 3 days | $648–$926 |
| Barre, VT to Indianapolis, IN | 913 miles | 2 to 3 days | $633–$904 |
| Brattleboro, VT to Pittsburgh, PA | 554 miles | 1 to 2 days | $438–$626 |
| Essex, VT to Washington, D.C. | 521 miles | 1 to 2 days | $412–$589 |
| Winooski, VT to Baltimore, MD | 477 miles | 1 to 2 days | $414–$591 |
Vermont Car Shipping by Region
Burlington and the Champlain Valley
Burlington is the largest city in Vermont and the center of car shipping in the state. It sits on the shore of Lake Champlain, close to the University of Vermont, Champlain College and the airport in South Burlington. Streets near the waterfront and the hill neighborhoods are narrow, and a driver often asks to meet in a larger lot. The suburbs of South Burlington, Williston, Essex, Winooski and Milton have wider roads, retail parking and quick access to Interstate 89, so they are the easiest places in the state to schedule a pickup.
Cities 6Montpelier, Barre and Central Vermont
The capital and its neighbor Barre sit on Interstate 89 in the middle of the state, with granite hills on one side and the Worcester Range on the other. Montpelier is compact, with a one-way downtown and steep side streets, so most drivers prefer a lot near the interstate. Northfield, to the south, is home to Norwich University, and student moves add to demand in late summer and spring. Cars in the hill towns around this area usually meet a driver in town.
Cities 3Stowe and the Mount Mansfield Area
Stowe is a resort town at the foot of Mount Mansfield, reached by Route 100 from the Waterbury exit of Interstate 89. Stowe Mountain Resort draws skiers all winter, and many homes in town are second homes. The roads are two-lane and winding, and winter storms can close or slow the approach. Carriers generally avoid the village center in peak ski weekends, so we plan a meeting point on Route 100 or in Waterbury and give extra time during snowfall.
Cities 1St. Albans, Newport and the Northern Border
The northern tier runs from St. Albans, near Lake Champlain, across to Newport on Lake Memphremagog in the Northeast Kingdom. Both are close to the Canadian border, with farms, small villages and long distances between towns. St. Albans is reached on Interstate 89 and Newport on Interstate 91, which makes both reasonable pickup points, but cars on rural roads beyond them can be far from a carrier route. Winter here is colder and snowier than in the south, and enclosed trucks are scarce, so book early.
Cities 2Rutland, Middlebury and the Western Valleys
US Route 7 runs through Middlebury and Rutland, the main hubs of western Vermont, with the Green Mountains to the east and Lake Champlain farmland to the west. Rutland is the gateway for travelers heading to Killington, and Middlebury is the home of Middlebury College. Both places have lots with room for a carrier, but the surrounding gap roads and mountain passes are steep and slow in winter. Plan on a larger window for pickups here between November and April.
Cities 2Brattleboro, Bennington and Southern Vermont
Brattleboro lies on Interstate 91 on the Connecticut River, close to the Massachusetts and New Hampshire borders, so trucks heading to or from Boston, Hartford or New York often pass through. Bennington sits in the southwest corner on Route 7 and Route 9, with Bennington College nearby and a short run into New York State and Massachusetts. Southern Vermont is usually the fastest part of the state to ship from, though the mountain roads between the two towns can be slow in winter.
Cities 2How Long Does Car Shipping to or from Vermont 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. A regional move within New England, for example between Vermont and New Hampshire or Massachusetts, usually takes a few days once the car is on the truck. For reference, Rutland to Washington, DC is 455 miles in 1–2 days, Chicago to Burlington is 900 miles in 2–3 days, Burlington to Atlanta is 1,152 miles in 2–4 days, Dallas to Burlington is 1,731 miles in 4–7 days, and Phoenix to Burlington is 2,563 miles in 7–9 days. We give an expected window when we quote and update it as the driver builds the route.
Vermont’s road network sets the pace. Interstate 89 runs from the New Hampshire line near White River Junction through Montpelier and Burlington to the Canadian border, and Interstate 91 follows the Connecticut River from Brattleboro north to Newport and the border. US Route 7 links Bennington, Rutland, Middlebury and Burlington on the western side. Between those roads, many state routes are two lanes with steep grades and tight curves, which keeps big carriers on the main corridors. Cars in the central hills or the Northeast Kingdom may be moved to a town on the interstate before they travel any distance.
Weather adds time in every season. Snow and ice slow the Green Mountain passes from late fall to early spring, and spring thaw brings frost heaves and soft dirt roads. Heavy rain can close low roads along rivers, and summer construction on the interstates creates short delays. The trip to the Boston area, the New York City area or Albany is shorter than the trip to the South, but weather can hold any driver for a few hours or a day. A small buffer in your schedule is the best protection if you have a hard deadline.
At the address, a driver will call ahead, inspect the car with you and note any marks on the condition report before loading. In villages and on old streets a full-size carrier may not fit, so we agree on a nearby wide street, a church lot or a shopping-center lot. Choose a spot that is easy to find from the interstate and has room to turn a truck around.
Pickup is usually scheduled within a 1–3 business day window after booking; transit time depends on the distance.
| Zone | Transit |
|---|---|
| Mid-Atlantic | 1–2 days |
| Great Lakes & Ohio Valley | 1–3 days |
| Southeast & Florida | 2–5 days |
| Texas & South Central | 4–8 days |
| Mountain West & Southwest | 7–9 days |
| West Coast & Pacific Northwest | 7–10 days |
When to Ship: Vermont Seasonality
- December through March: snow, ice and ski traffic Vermont winters are long. Snow and freezing rain affect Interstate 89 through the Green Mountains, US Route 7 near Rutland and the roads to the ski valleys, and plow crews work around the clock but side roads stay slick. Carriers may stop for the night rather than cross a pass in a storm. Weekend ski traffic near Stowe, Killington and the southern resorts can crowd the main roads. Book early, leave extra days in your schedule and make sure the car can be reached by a truck, since an unplowed driveway can delay a pickup.
- March through May: mud season When the frost leaves the ground, many dirt roads turn soft and some are posted with weight limits, which can keep a heavy carrier from getting close to a rural address. Frost heaves also slow trucks on paved back roads. If your car is on a gravel road, plan to meet the driver at a paved lot on the nearest main route, and ask us about the best spot in your town. Spring is also a busy season for students and for owners opening second homes.
- June through August: summer moves Roads are dry, passes are open and transit is the most predictable of the year. Families and people changing jobs move in summer, and visitors shipping cars to summer homes around the lakes and mountains add to demand. Construction crews work on the interstates and on US Route 7, so allow a little time for slow zones. Fixed dates are easier to meet if you book a few weeks ahead.
- September and October: foliage season and college move-in Peak foliage fills lodging and rural roads with visitors, and slow traffic on scenic routes can hold a truck in small villages. At the same time, students arrive in Burlington, Middlebury, Northfield and the state college towns, and parents ship cars for the start of the term. Pickups and deliveries cluster near campuses, so choose an address with room for a carrier and give us a flexible window.
Open vs Enclosed Car Shipping in Vermont
Most Vermont shipments travel on open carriers, which are the standard choice for everyday cars and cost less. Enclosed trailers make sense when the car is worth protecting from road salt, gravel and winter slush, which stay on Vermont roads for months. Owners of classic and collector cars, vintage British sports cars, recently purchased new vehicles and low-slung cars often choose an enclosed trailer, particularly for trips that start or end between November and April. See enclosed transport for details, or open transport for the everyday option. Because fewer enclosed trucks serve small northern towns, a pickup near the Canadian border or in the Northeast Kingdom can take longer to schedule, so book an enclosed shipment earlier and tell us the exact address when you ask for a quote.
Shipping a Car to or from Burlington and Chittenden County
Chittenden County, around Burlington, is where most Vermont car shipments begin and end. The area has the state’s only large concentration of jobs, a major university, a regional airport and an interstate that connects it with Montpelier and the New Hampshire line. The local pages for Burlington, South Burlington, Winooski, Essex, Williston and Milton cover pickup details for each town.
Burlington International Airport in South Burlington and the large employer GlobalFoundries in Essex Junction bring a steady flow of newcomers and short-term residents, and the University of Vermont, Champlain College and Saint Michael’s College add student traffic. People relocating from Boston, New York or the Mid-Atlantic often ship one car and drive the other, because Burlington is a car-dependent area with limited parking in older neighborhoods.
What to expect on pickup: a driver calls ahead to set a time, inspects the car with you and records existing marks on a condition report, then loads it on an open or enclosed trailer. Remove personal items and keep about a quarter tank of fuel. At delivery you sign the same report, so keep your copy and take photos of the car before it leaves. Our carriers are licensed and insured, and we can send proof of coverage before pickup.
Second Homes, Ski Towns and Foliage Season
A large share of Vermont’s seasonal traffic comes from owners of second homes, from the lake cottages near St. Albans to the ski condos around Stowe, Killington and the southern resorts. These owners often keep one car in the city and ship another to the mountains, or ship a car north in autumn and bring it back after the winter. Both patterns follow the same rhythm: demand for northbound trucks builds before ski season and again for summer, while southbound trucks fill after the foliage weeks and after the ski season ends.
Many second homes are on private roads. Before you book, check whether the road is plowed, whether the road is posted for weight in spring, and whether a long carrier can turn around. If not, plan on meeting the driver at a plowed public lot nearby and arranging someone to move the car the last mile. Seasonal owners who travel can also leave keys and instructions with a neighbor or property manager; tell us who will be present at pickup and delivery, because someone must sign the condition report.
Ski and foliage weekends affect timing. Traffic on Interstate 89, Route 100 and US Route 7 slows sharply, and small villages fill with visitors. If you have a fixed date, book a few weeks ahead, give a pickup window rather than a single day, and avoid scheduling delivery to a resort town on a peak weekend if you can.
College Moves, Relocation and Border Towns
Vermont has fewer colleges than its neighbors, but they draw students from far away. The University of Vermont in Burlington, Middlebury College in Middlebury, Norwich University in Northfield and Bennington College in Bennington all ask students to arrive in late August and leave in May. Cars are often shipped from the Midwest, the South and the West Coast. Book before the term starts, and choose a pickup spot with room for a truck, such as a lot rather than a dormitory lane.
Professionals moving to Vermont, including remote workers, health care staff and people who buy a farm or a house in the hills, make up the other main group. A relocation usually has several moving parts, so give us a wide pickup window and a delivery address that a truck can reach, or a nearby lot.
Border towns such as Newport and St. Albans also see cars that cross between Quebec and Vermont. Moves involving another country come with customs rules and paperwork that depend on the car and the owner, so check the requirements with the relevant agencies before booking. For moves inside the United States, a call is enough to start, and a neighbor state is a short trip: see New Hampshire, Massachusetts and New York.
Cities We Serve in Vermont
Burlington and the Champlain Valley
Montpelier, Barre and Central Vermont
Stowe and the Mount Mansfield Area
St. Albans, Newport and the Northern Border
Rutland, Middlebury and the Western Valleys
Brattleboro, Bennington and Southern Vermont
Neighboring States
How to Ship a Car In Vermont (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
The cost depends on the distance between pickup and delivery, the size and condition of the vehicle, open or enclosed transport, the season, how rural the pickup address is and how flexible your dates are. A car in Burlington or Brattleboro is usually easier and cheaper to place than one on a remote dirt road. Sample estimates: Montpelier to Philadelphia runs $353–$505, Rutland to Chicago runs $630–$900, and Burlington to Los Angeles runs $1,197–$1,710. Request a free quote with your pickup and delivery towns for an exact estimate.
Often yes, but a full-size carrier may not fit on narrow, steep or soft roads. In that case the driver meets you at a paved lot or wide street on the nearest main route, and you drive the car there. Tell us about the road when you request a quote, especially in spring when many dirt roads are soft and some have weight limits.
Yes, carriers run all year. Snow and ice can slow Interstate 89, Interstate 91 and US Route 7, and drivers may stop until roads are treated. In March and April, mud and weight limits on back roads can keep trucks off rural streets. Allow extra days, choose a plowed, paved meeting spot and avoid tight delivery dates.
Book before the term starts, since late August and early September are the busiest weeks, and give a flexible pickup window. We can deliver to a lot near campus in Burlington, Middlebury or Northfield if dormitory streets are too narrow for a truck. Remove personal items and make sure the student or someone you trust can sign the condition report at both ends.
A carrier usually arrives 1–3 business days after booking. Regional moves within New England take a few days. Rutland to Washington, DC is 455 miles in 1–2 days, and Phoenix to Burlington is 2,563 miles in 7–9 days. Mountain weather, foliage traffic and rural pickups can add time, so we give an expected window with your quote and update it once a driver is assigned.
Open carriers are the standard and cost less, and most everyday cars travel this way. Enclosed trailers protect against road salt, gravel, slush and sun, so they suit classic, luxury, exotic and new cars, and they cost more. Winter and spring, when roads are salted and muddy, are the times owners most often upgrade. Tell us your preference when you request a quote.
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
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“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 Vermont (ZIP codes)
Burlington
and surrounding areas
05401, 05402, 05403, 05405, 05407, 05408, 05409, 05445, 05446, 05447, and others
Rutland
and surrounding areas
05701, 05702, 05703, 05704, 05730, 05741, 05743, 05744, 05746, and others