Car shipping from Seattle, WA to Chicago, IL

Shipping a car Seattle to Chicago: what to know

How much does it cost to ship a car from Seattle to Chicago?

Open-carrier transport on this route currently runs $1,650–$2,050, based on Streamline Auto Logistics' current market rates for a 1,733-mile move. Enclosed transport runs $2,225–$2,775. Your final price depends on the vehicle, the exact pickup and delivery points, and how soon you need it moved.

How long does it take to ship a car from Seattle to Chicago?

Plan on roughly 7 days door to door on this 1,733-mile route once the vehicle is picked up. Carrier availability and weather move that number more than distance does.

What makes the price go up or down on a long-distance move?

Four things, roughly in order: distance, vehicle size and weight (a dually or lifted truck takes more deck space than a sedan), the season — summer and snowbird months tighten capacity and push rates up — and how flexible your pickup window is. Running vehicles cost less than inoperable ones, which need a winch.

Open or enclosed for a trip this long?

Open carrier is what the vast majority of vehicles ship on, including brand-new dealer inventory, and it's fully insured. Enclosed adds protection from weather and road debris for about 35% more — worth it for exotics, classics, low-clearance cars, and anything where a rock chip is a real problem.