Tennessee to Michigan car shipping
Estimates for shipping a vehicle from Nashville, TN to Detroit, MI, 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 | $600 – $1,020 | $890 – $1,510 |
| SUV | $670 – $1,150 | $1,000 – $1,700 |
| Pickup truck | $720 – $1,230 | $1,070 – $1,820 |
| Motorcycle | $430 – $740 | $640 – $1,090 |
City-to-city estimates
| From | To | Miles | Est. (open, sedan) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | Detroit, MI | 565 | $600 – $1,020 |
| Nashville, TN | Grand Rapids, MI | 569 | $600 – $1,030 |
| Nashville, TN | Warren, MI | 578 | $600 – $1,030 |
| New South Memphis, TN | Detroit, MI | 750 | $650 – $1,100 |
| New South Memphis, TN | Grand Rapids, MI | 709 | $640 – $1,090 |
| New South Memphis, TN | Warren, MI | 761 | $650 – $1,110 |
| Memphis, TN | Detroit, MI | 745 | $650 – $1,100 |
| Memphis, TN | Grand Rapids, MI | 705 | $640 – $1,080 |
| Memphis, TN | Warren, MI | 756 | $650 – $1,110 |
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 Tennessee to Michigan.
Tennessee to Michigan shipping FAQ
How much does it cost to ship a car from Tennessee to Michigan?
For a standard sedan on an open carrier, expect about $600 – $1,020 between Nashville, TN and Detroit, MI (about 565 miles). SUVs run about $670 – $1,150 and enclosed transport about $890 – $1,510. Your exact rate depends on the pickup and delivery addresses and the time of year.
How long does shipping a car from Tennessee to Michigan take?
About 2–4 days on the truck for roughly 565 miles, after a pickup window of typically 1–5 days from booking.
Is open or enclosed transport better from Tennessee to Michigan?
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 Tennessee and Michigan?
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.