Car Transport Services

Safe, secure vehicle delivery across the UK

Whether you're moving house, buying or selling a car, or need your vehicle transported for any reason, ShipTo connects you with professional car transporters across the UK. Get competitive quotes, compare services, and choose the transporter that's right for you.

Why Choose ShipTo for Car Transport?

Lower Fees

15% commission vs Shiply's 22%. Save £14 on a £200 transport job - that's 7% more in your pocket.

Verified Transporters

All transporters are insurance-verified with customer reviews. Your vehicle is in safe, professional hands.

Fast Quotes

Post your job and start receiving competitive quotes within hours. Compare and choose the best option.

Secure Payment

PayPal-protected 15% deposit system. Pay the balance directly to your transporter after delivery.

Types of Car Transport Services

Open Transport

Most cost-effective option

Your vehicle is transported on an open trailer or transported using trade plates. The most popular and affordable option for standard vehicles.

  • Perfect for standard vehicles in good condition
  • Trade plate or transporter trailer options
  • £100-£300 typical cost range

Enclosed Transport

Premium protection

Your vehicle is transported in a fully enclosed trailer, protecting it from weather and road debris. Ideal for luxury, classic, or high-value vehicles.

  • Complete protection from elements
  • Recommended for classic or luxury cars
  • £250-£600 typical cost range

Trade Plate Service

Driven transport

A professional driver uses trade plates to drive your vehicle to its destination. Most flexible and often fastest option for running vehicles.

  • Vehicle must be roadworthy
  • Door-to-door service
  • £120-£350 typical cost range

Non-Running Vehicles

Specialist recovery transport

For vehicles that don't run or aren't roadworthy, specialist recovery transporters use trailers or flatbeds to safely move your vehicle.

  • For broken-down or project vehicles
  • Winch loading available
  • £150-£450 typical cost range

Car Transport Pricing Guide

Car transport costs in the UK vary based on distance, vehicle type, and service level. Here's what you can expect to pay:

Local (0-50 miles)

£100-£180

Same-day or next-day delivery available

Regional (50-150 miles)

£150-£280

1-3 day typical delivery time

Long Distance (150+ miles)

£250-£450

2-5 day typical delivery time

Pro Tip: Prices can be 20-30% lower with flexible dates. Let transporters know if you can be flexible with collection or delivery times.

What's Included in Car Transport?

Typically Included

  • Door-to-door collection and delivery
  • Basic goods-in-transit insurance
  • Professional loading and unloading
  • Secure tie-downs and straps
  • Condition inspection reports
  • Delivery within agreed timeframe

Usually Extra Cost

  • +Expedited/express delivery (+£40-£100)
  • +Additional insurance coverage (2-5% of value)
  • +Enclosed transport (+£80-£200)
  • +Ferries or tolls (passed through at cost)
  • +Storage before/after transport (£10-£25/day)
  • +Weekend or holiday delivery (+£30-£70)

How Car Transport Works on ShipTo

1

Post Details

Car type, collection & delivery locations, dates

2

Receive Quotes

Compare bids from verified transporters

3

Choose Transporter

Review profiles, ratings, and quotes

4

Pay Deposit

Secure 15% PayPal deposit to confirm

5

Safe Delivery

Pay balance on delivery, leave review

Ready to Transport Your Car?

Get competitive quotes from verified, insured car transporters. Post your job in 2 minutes and save with our 15% commission - 7% lower than Shiply.

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