Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City shipments, you'll want to remove any toll pass or fragile items, ensure you have a key available for the carrier, and remove any interior and exterior accessories that could be damaged in transit. Given Utah's elevation and variable weather conditions, also check that your vehicle's fluids are topped off and your battery is in good condition before pickup.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping to or from Salt Lake City. All of our FMCSA-licensed carriers are required to maintain a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance. We verify that each carrier's insurance policy is valid and in good standing throughout your shipment, giving you peace of mind whether you're transporting a vehicle across the Wasatch Front or beyond.

The sooner, the better. We recommend scheduling your Salt Lake City pickup at least two weeks in advance, though posting your shipment as soon as possible helps our carriers bundle your vehicle with others heading through Utah's major corridors. With our 95% carrier securement rate, early booking gives us more Assignment-Ready options to match your specific needs and timeline.

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 typically costs at least 50% more than open trailers, but provides protection from Salt Lake City's variable weather and high-altitude road conditions. Choose enclosed transport for high-value vehicles like classics or custom builds that need shielding from debris and elements. At Sakaem Logistics, our enclosed options come with real-time tracking and digital inspections, so you'll have complete visibility of your vehicle throughout the journey.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service throughout Salt Lake City and the surrounding areas. At booking, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in Salt Lake City, and our FMCSA-licensed carrier will transport your vehicle directly between those locations whenever possible. If any transportation restrictions or safety challenges arise—such as narrow residential streets in downtown Salt Lake City or steep driveways in foothill areas—your carrier will work with you to arrange a convenient alternative location nearby, like 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!