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Car shipping costs, 2026
Montway's 2026 cost guide, read Oct 2, 2026. See source
Enclosed trailers cost more: $0.84 a mile on long trips.
| If you are asking | Start with | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Moving across the country? | About $0.59 a mile by open carrier | See rates |
| Classic or low-clearance car? | Enclosed: $0.84 a mile on long trips | Compare |
| Worried the price will rise? | Ask about a price lock after booking | Read more |
| Ready for a real number? | Get a quote for your route and date | See Montway |
Montway's cost guide lists the factors: trip distance, vehicle size, open or enclosed trailer, season and demand, extra services and current market rates1. Per-mile cost falls with distance because pickup and loading are a fixed part of every trip.
Book soon after the quote. Prices move with carrier availability. Montway advises booking within a few days of a quote2 and offers a TruePrice Guarantee: once booked, if shipping rates rise within 30 days of the booking date, it covers the difference3.
Insurance. The carrier's cargo insurance covers the car in transit, and Montway says its own contingent cargo insurance covers up to $250,000 if the carrier's policy does not fully cover a valid claim2.
| Trip distance | Open carrier | Enclosed carrier |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 500 miles1 | $1.85 a mile | $2.53 a mile |
| 501 to 1,500 miles1 | $0.91 a mile | $1.25 a mile |
| 1,500+ miles1 | $0.59 a mile | $0.84 a mile |
| Source | Montway Car Shipping Cost Guide (2026)Read Oct 2, 2026 | Montway Car Shipping Cost Guide (2026)Read Oct 2, 2026 |
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The carrier's cargo insurance first; Montway says its contingent cargo insurance covers up to $250,000 if the carrier's policy does not fully cover a valid claim2.
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