New Jersey to Texas car shipping
Estimates for shipping a vehicle from Newark, NJ to Houston, TX, calculated from road distance and vehicle type. Get an exact price for your addresses in seconds.
Price by vehicle and transport type
| Vehicle | Open carrier | Enclosed |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Sedan | $880 – $1,490 | $1,300 – $2,210 |
| SUV | $980 – $1,670 | $1,450 – $2,480 |
| Pickup truck | $1,050 – $1,790 | $1,560 – $2,650 |
| Motorcycle | $630 – $1,080 | $940 – $1,590 |
City-to-city estimates
| From | To | Miles | Est. (open, sedan) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark, NJ | Houston, TX | 1,674 | $880 – $1,490 |
| Newark, NJ | San Antonio, TX | 1,867 | $930 – $1,580 |
| Newark, NJ | Dallas, TX | 1,618 | $860 – $1,470 |
| Jersey City, NJ | Houston, TX | 1,679 | $880 – $1,500 |
| Jersey City, NJ | San Antonio, TX | 1,872 | $930 – $1,580 |
| Jersey City, NJ | Dallas, TX | 1,624 | $870 – $1,470 |
| Paterson, NJ | Houston, TX | 1,680 | $880 – $1,500 |
| Paterson, NJ | San Antonio, TX | 1,873 | $930 – $1,580 |
| Paterson, NJ | Dallas, TX | 1,623 | $860 – $1,470 |
What affects your price on this route
- Exact addresses: pickups near major highways and metro areas get carriers faster and cheaper than rural addresses.
- Vehicle size and condition: larger vehicles take more deck space; non-running cars need a winch.
- Season: summer moving season and holiday periods raise demand on most long routes.
- Flexibility: a wider pickup window lets us match you with a carrier already running New Jersey to Texas.
New Jersey to Texas shipping FAQ
How much does it cost to ship a car from New Jersey to Texas?
For a standard sedan on an open carrier, expect about $880 – $1,490 between Newark, NJ and Houston, TX (about 1,674 miles). SUVs run about $980 – $1,670 and enclosed transport about $1,300 – $2,210. Your exact rate depends on the pickup and delivery addresses and the time of year.
How long does shipping a car from New Jersey to Texas take?
About 5–8 days on the truck for roughly 1,674 miles, after a pickup window of typically 1–5 days from booking.
Is open or enclosed transport better from New Jersey to Texas?
Open transport is the most affordable and works for most daily drivers. Choose enclosed for classic, exotic or low-clearance vehicles; it costs roughly 40–60% more.
Can you pick up and deliver at my door in New Jersey and Texas?
Yes, door-to-door is standard. If a full-size carrier can't reach your street, the driver will meet you at a nearby open lot.