Austin, TX 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 comprehensive preparation guidance. For Austin shipments specifically, remove any toll pass (including local Austin toll tags), fragile items, and loose accessories that could shift during transit. Ensure you have a spare key available for the carrier, and note that our digital vehicle inspection process will document your car's condition before pickup, so having it clean and accessible helps streamline the process.

Yes, all shipments to and from Austin are fully insured. Every carrier we work with is FMCSA-licensed and required to carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance. We verify each carrier's insurance policy is valid and active throughout your Austin shipment, so your vehicle is protected from pickup to delivery.

The sooner, the better. We recommend scheduling your Austin pickup at least two weeks in advance, though posting your shipment immediately gives carriers the best opportunity to bundle your vehicle with others heading out of the Austin area. With our 95% carrier securement rate, early scheduling means we're more likely to match you with a reliable carrier within your requested timeframe.

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 it's the right choice for high-value vehicles like classics or custom builds that need protection from Austin's highway debris and weather. Open transport is our most affordable option and works great for standard vehicles making the trip to or from Austin. With Sakaem Logistics, you'll get transparent pricing upfront—no surprises—whether you choose open or enclosed, backed by our 95% carrier securement rate and dedicated support throughout your shipment.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service throughout Austin and the surrounding areas. At booking, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in Austin, and our carriers will work to pick up and deliver your vehicle directly to those locations. If any transportation restrictions or safety challenges arise in the Austin area, your carrier will coordinate with you to arrange an alternative nearby location, such as a gas station or parking lot.

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!