Shipping your car vs driving it to the new city

Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team

For long-distance moves with two cars, shipping one can be cheaper than the gas, hotels, and time of driving it.

Verdict: Ship the car for any move over 1,500 miles or if you only have one driver. Drive it for moves under 1,000 miles with two adults.

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