Philadelphia Car Shipping — Auto Transport To & From Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia is Pennsylvania’s busiest auto transport market. ShipMyCar US picks up across the city, the Main Line, and Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester counties, with open and enclosed carriers to every state.
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Short answer: Car shipping in Philadelphia from $350. FMCSA-licensed ShipMyCar US ships to Florida, Texas, California and all 50 states — open or enclosed. It's built for anyone in Philadelphia relocating, buying, selling, or dealering a vehicle who needs a reliable, FMCSA-insured way to ship it — use the form to the right for your exact price.
Last updated: September 11, 2026
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Philadelphia sits on I-95, the busiest auto transport corridor in the country, which means carriers pass through the city every day in both directions. That density keeps pickup windows short and prices competitive, whether you're shipping a car to Florida for the winter, relocating to Texas, or sending a student's car to campus.
ShipMyCar US handles Philadelphia shipments door-to-door. On narrow rowhouse streets where a full-size carrier can't fit, the driver arranges a nearby meeting spot such as a store parking lot, so pickup is still quick and easy.
Philadelphia Car Shipping Cost Guide
Typical open transport rates for a standard sedan from Philadelphia:
Philadelphia to Florida (Miami): $850–$1,300. Tampa and Orlando run $800–$1,250. Snowbird peak is October through January.
Philadelphia to Atlanta: $750–$1,050 via I-95 and I-85.
Philadelphia to Texas (Dallas or Houston): $1,000–$1,500. 4–6 days.
Philadelphia to Los Angeles: $1,100–$1,700. Coast to coast in 7–10 days.
Philadelphia to Chicago: $750–$1,050 via the Turnpike and I-80.
Philadelphia to New York City: $350–$600. One of the shortest, most affordable runs in the Northeast.
Enclosed transport adds 30–40%. All quotes include door-to-door service with no hidden fees.
How to Choose a Car Shipping Company in Philadelphia
Philadelphia has dozens of car shipping companies, and most of them are brokers who dispatch the same pool of carriers. What separates them is how they price, vet, and communicate.
- Check the company's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA website
- Get a written quote with the full price, not just a low teaser rate
- Avoid companies that demand a large deposit before a carrier is assigned
- Ask how carriers are vetted and whether you get a certificate of insurance
- Read recent reviews from Philadelphia-area customers
ShipMyCar US is FMCSA-licensed, charges nothing upfront, and gives you one coordinator from quote to delivery.
Philadelphia Pickup and Delivery Areas
Philadelphia neighborhoods: Center City, Rittenhouse, Old City, Fishtown, Northern Liberties, South Philly, University City, Manayunk, Roxborough, Germantown, Chestnut Hill, and Northeast Philadelphia.
Suburbs: The Main Line (Ardmore, Bryn Mawr, Wayne), King of Prussia, Norristown, Conshohocken, Media, Upper Darby, West Chester, Doylestown, Levittown, and Bensalem.
Nearby New Jersey and Delaware: Cherry Hill, Camden, and Wilmington pickups are available on the same carrier loads.
Why Philadelphia Residents Choose ShipMyCar US
FMCSA-Licensed Broker
ShipMyCar US is a licensed auto transport broker. Every carrier we dispatch in Philadelphia holds active FMCSA authority and cargo insurance, verified before pickup.
No Upfront Payment
You pay nothing to book. The balance is due on delivery, after you have inspected your car.
All-Inclusive Quotes
Your quote includes door-to-door service and insurance — no fuel surcharges or hidden fees added after booking.
One Point of Contact
A coordinator handles your shipment from quote to delivery and keeps you updated while your car is on the road.
How Philadelphia Car Shipping Works — Step by Step
When to Ship From Philadelphia
Snowbird season: October through January is the peak for shipments south to Florida, and March through May is the peak for returns. Book two to three weeks ahead in either window.
College moves: Penn, Drexel, Temple, Villanova, and Saint Joseph's drive move-in demand in August and September and move-out demand in May.
Winter: Snow and ice can add a day or two to pickup between December and March.
Best value: Late summer before college move-ins and early fall usually bring the best open-transport rates.
Open vs. Enclosed Car Transport in Philadelphia
Open transport: Your car rides on an open multi-car carrier — the same kind that delivers new cars to dealerships. It's fully insured, the most affordable option, and right for most everyday cars.
Enclosed transport: A covered trailer protects the car from weather, road salt, and debris. It costs 30–40% more and is the better choice for luxury, classic, and collector cars, especially in winter.
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Philadelphia Car Shipping — Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers about auto transport in Philadelphia, PA from the ShipMyCar US team.
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Source: every broker and carrier's operating authority, safety rating, and insurance status is public record — verify any company for free at the FMCSA SAFER System.
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