Pennsylvania to New York Car Shipping — PA to NY Auto Transport

The main carrier path between Pennsylvania and New York follows I-78, I-80 and I-81. Trucks on this lane pick up across the origin metro areas, consolidate loads, and deliver city by city on the way in.

Typical city pairs on this route:

If your address is on a narrow street or in a gated community, the driver may suggest meeting at a nearby parking lot where a full-size car carrier can stop safely.

Wash your car a day or two before pickup so you and the driver can see its condition clearly, and take dated photos of every side.

• Leave about a quarter tank of fuel.
• Remove your E-ZPass transponder or store it in a shielded bag so it doesn't record tolls on the way.
• Take out valuables and loose items; most carriers allow only a small amount below the window line.
• Disable alarms and fold in mirrors.
• Have keys, registration and a photo ID ready.

Full checklist: how to prepare your car for shipping.

New York requires new residents to register with the DMV and get a New York safety inspection; emissions inspection is included for most vehicles.

Rules change, so check the official agency website before your move. For a step-by-step overview, read moving a car to a new state.

Pennsylvania is a large, busy car shipping state with Philadelphia in the east, Pittsburgh in the west and Harrisburg, Allentown and Scranton in between. I-76, I-80, I-81 and I-95 carry heavy truck traffic. Snowbird demand to Florida is strong in the fall, and winter storms can slow mountain routes.

Our Pennsylvania car shipping page lists pickup cities and popular routes from the state.

New York car shipping spans two very different markets: New York City and its suburbs, with dense traffic and tight streets, and upstate cities like Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Albany along I-90. Snowbird traffic to Florida is among the heaviest in the country. Upstate winter weather can slow pickups from December through March.

See New York car shipping for delivery cities and more routes into the state.

Philadelphia-to-New York City is one of the most frequent short moves in the country, and upstate lanes stay steady too.

Typical customers on this lane include:

• Short-distance movers who don't have a second driver or don't want to make the round trip
• Students and young professionals moving to Northeast cities and universities
• Online and auction buyers who found the right car in Pennsylvania and need it delivered
• Dealers moving inventory and completing dealer trades between markets

Typical open-carrier pricing on the Pennsylvania to New York route, about 200 miles:

• Sedan or compact car: $470–$580
• Mid-size SUV or crossover: $400–$650
• Full-size SUV or half-ton pickup: $450–$800
• Heavy-duty or dually pickup: $600–$1,100
• Sedan, enclosed transport: $450–$700
• Non-running vehicle: add a winch charge, depending on whether it rolls, steers and brakes

Peak summer weeks and holidays can add $100–$300 on busy lanes. Get an exact number with the car shipping calculator.

• Exact addresses: Pickups in Philadelphia or Pittsburgh near I-78 are usually quickest and least expensive; rural addresses farther from the interstate take more time and cost a little more.
• Season: Summer relocation season is the busiest time on this lane.
• Pickup window: A five-day window often saves $50–$200 compared with a fixed date.
• Vehicle size and condition: Larger, heavier, modified or non-running vehicles cost more.
• Transport type: Enclosed transport costs about 30–40% more than open.
• Lead time: Booking two to three weeks ahead avoids rush pricing. See when to book car shipping.

For a daily driver, open transport is the practical choice from Pennsylvania to New York. For collector cars, exotics and high-value vehicles, enclosed car transport protects the car from weather and debris the whole way.

• Pick a delivery spot in New York City, Buffalo or Rochester where a full-size car carrier can stop safely — a wide street or parking lot works best.
• Keep your phone on; the driver usually calls a day ahead and again a few hours before arrival.
• Inspect the car in good light before signing the Bill of Lading, and note any new issues.
• Have a backup contact who can receive the car if your plans change.
• Start your New York registration soon after arrival — see the section on arriving in New York above.

• California to New York: about 2,800 miles, $1,200–$2,000
• Florida to New York: about 1,200 miles, $750–$1,150
• Texas to New York: about 1,750 miles, $1,050–$1,600
• Pennsylvania to Florida: about 1,150 miles, $800–$1,300
• Los Angeles to New York City: about 2,800 miles, $1,100–$1,900
• Georgia to New York: about 1,050 miles, $650–$950
• Pennsylvania to Georgia: about 850 miles, $550–$850
• Pennsylvania to North Carolina: about 480 miles, $450–$750