Nashville, TN Car Shipping: 2026 Costs & Routes

Our team has been in the car shipping industry for a long time. We worked for some of the largest brokers and knew there was a better way to do things.

So we set out to create a company that would be different. We want to walk you through how the process works and we guarantee to match any price you hear from a competitor.

We're a scrappy team that looks forward to earning your business.

See our Vehicle Shipping Tips for more details about how to prepare your vehicle for shipping. For Nashville shipments, you'll want to remove any toll pass (including E-ZPass devices common in Tennessee), secure a spare key for carrier access, and remove fragile items and exterior accessories that could shift during transit. Our real-time tracking and digital vehicle inspections ensure your car is documented before and after transport, giving you complete peace of mind throughout the process.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping to or from Nashville. All carriers on our network are required to have a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance. We verify that every carrier's insurance policy is valid and in good standing throughout your shipment, so your vehicle is protected from pickup to delivery in the Nashville area.

The sooner, the better. We recommend scheduling your Nashville car pickup at least two weeks in advance, though posting your shipment immediately gives our carriers the best opportunity to bundle your vehicle with others heading through Tennessee's major corridors. With our 95% carrier securement rate, early scheduling means you'll get an Assignment-Ready quote that carriers actually accept—simplifying the entire process.

We accept all forms of payment. We can arrange credit cards or arrange for you to pay the carrier directly through cash/certified check. We even accept payment via Cash/Zelle/Venmo.

Your shipment with SAKAEM includes up to 100 lbs of personal items or household goods stored in the trunk area or secured below the window line. If your shipment includes ocean transit (Hawaii shipments), your vehicle must be emptied of all items. SAKAEM and your assigned carrier are not responsible for personal items left inside your vehicle. See our Auto Transport Process Article for more details.

A designated (adult) must be present at pickup and delivery. This designated person plays an important role in the shipping process including documenting the state of the vehicle and signing the Bill of Lading, which acts as a receipt of the vehicle's condition.

Enclosed transport costs at least 50% more than open trailers, but provides protection from Nashville's weather and road debris—essential for high-value vehicles like classics or custom-painted cars. Open transport is budget-friendly and works well for standard vehicles making the trip to or from Nashville. With Sakaem Logistics, our AI-verified pricing ensures you get transparent quotes upfront, and all our FMCSA-licensed carriers maintain full insurance coverage regardless of which option you choose.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service in Nashville. At booking, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in the Nashville area, and your assigned carrier will pick up and deliver your vehicle directly to those locations whenever possible. If any transportation restrictions or safety challenges arise—such as narrow residential streets or limited access in certain Nashville neighborhoods—your carrier will work with you to arrange an alternative nearby location, like a local gas station or parking lot. With our real-time tracking and dedicated expert support, you'll have visibility and assistance throughout the entire process.

We transport sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, electric vehicles, vans and motorcycles across all 48 continental states + Hawaii. Our services even provide shipment for golf carts, ATVs, or RVs. We can ship vehicles that don't run so long as the vehicle can roll, brake, and steer, and that you can provide the carrier with a key to the vehicle. The only exception is boats, which we do not transport.

Visit SAKAEM Logistics' FAQ page to learn more about car shipping!