Georgia Car Shipping: Costs & Routes

Car shipping in Georgia starts with Atlanta, where the Southeast’s highways meet. I-75, I-85 and I-20 all cross the city, and carriers moving cars between Florida, the Carolinas, Texas and the Midwest pass through it every day. That makes Atlanta one of the easier places in the region to find a truck, in either direction.

The rest of Georgia depends on where you are relative to those roads. Macon and Valdosta sit on I-75. Augusta sits on I-20. Savannah and the coast are served by I-95 and I-16. North Georgia’s mountain towns and the farm country of the southwest see fewer trucks.

People ship cars to and from Georgia for job moves into metro Atlanta, military orders to Fort Benning, Fort Gordon, Fort Stewart, Robins and Kings Bay, and college at schools such as Georgia Tech, UGA and Georgia Southern. Dealers and auction buyers move a large share of the state’s car traffic too. On the coast, the Port of Brunswick’s Colonel’s Island terminal handles imported and exported vehicles.

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Georgia Car Shipping Costs and Transit Times

On our main Georgia routes, open transport for a standard sedan runs from $250 (Tennessee to Georgia) to $1,473 (Utah to Georgia). Each route page breaks the price down and compares it with driving.

Shipping a car from Georgia

Route	Distance	Transit	Open transport	Enclosed transport
Georgia to Pennsylvania	722 mi	2-4 days	$900-$1,075	$1,200-$1,600
Georgia to Illinois	687 mi	2-4 days	$450-$800	$750-$1,300
Georgia to Virginia	436 mi	1-2 days	$350-$650	$600-$1,000

Shipping a car to Georgia

Route	Distance	Transit	Open transport	Enclosed transport
North Carolina to Georgia	408 mi	1-2 days	$600-$900	$800-$1,100
Tennessee to Georgia	334 mi	1-2 days	$250-$450	$450-$700
New Jersey to Georgia	722 mi	2-4 days	$500-$700	$800-$1,000
Maryland to Georgia	568 mi	2-4 days	$685-$935	$853-$1,153
Utah to Georgia	1,871 mi	5-8 days	$1,173-$1,473	$1,742-$2,092
South Carolina to Georgia	215 mi	1-2 days	$400-$568	$500-$779
Louisiana to Georgia	460 mi	1-2 days	$350-$650	$550-$1,000

Prices are for a standard sedan and change with the vehicle, exact addresses and season. For a price on your car, use the instant quote calculator or call +1 (866) 607-8459.

What Affects the Price of Shipping a Car in Georgia

Distance from Atlanta and the main interstates. Because so many trucks run through Atlanta, an address in Marietta, Alpharetta or Lawrenceville is usually quick to book. A car in Blue Ridge, Dahlonega, Albany or the small towns of South Georgia may need a detour, and that time is priced into the quote.

Corridor traffic. Georgia sits on the main lanes between the Northeast and Florida, and between Texas and the Carolinas. Carriers often have a spare slot when passing through. If your pickup or drop-off is near I-75, I-85, I-95 or I-20, you benefit from that traffic.

Seasonal flow to and from Florida. Snowbird traffic runs through Georgia on I-75 and I-95. In late fall, southbound trucks fill quickly. In spring, the northbound lanes get busy. A car going to or from Georgia at the same time competes for space on those trucks.

Mountain roads. Steep, winding roads in the North Georgia mountains can be hard for a full-size hauler. The driver may need to meet you at a lot near GA-400 or I-575, or a smaller truck may be needed.

Dealer and auction volume. Metro Atlanta has a busy wholesale car market. That keeps carriers in the area but also means competition for trailer space at the end of each month.

Transport type and vehicle size. Enclosed transport costs more than open and suits classics, exotics and show cars. Pickups and large SUVs take more space than a sedan.

The table above shows typical prices for a standard sedan on open transport. Your quote depends on your car, your addresses and your dates.

Car Pickup and Delivery in Atlanta and Across Georgia

We arrange door-to-door service anywhere in Georgia. The carrier comes to your address, inspects the car with you, and loads it. On delivery, the driver repeats the inspection before you sign. A full car hauler is long, so the driver needs a safe place to stop.

Inside the Perimeter. Intown Atlanta neighborhoods such as Virginia-Highland, Inman Park and Grant Park have narrow streets and heavy tree cover. Many drivers will suggest meeting at a nearby store parking lot. Midtown and Buckhead high-rises rarely have curb space for a large truck.

Atlanta suburbs. Most addresses in Cobb, Gwinnett, North Fulton and Henry counties are easy to reach. Some subdivisions have HOA rules against large trucks, so check before pickup day.

Savannah and the coast. Savannah’s Historic District has tight squares, narrow lanes and limits on large vehicles. Expect to meet the driver outside the district. Tybee Island, St. Simons and Jekyll are reachable, but a driver may prefer a mainland lot.

Augusta, Macon and Columbus. These cities are close to I-20, I-75 and I-185. Pickup is usually straightforward, with short waits for a truck.

North Georgia and rural South Georgia. Pickup is available, but fewer carriers run these roads. Allow a wider pickup window, and be ready to meet near a main highway.

The person releasing or receiving the car must be at least 18. Take any Peach Pass off the windshield, so the car is not billed for express lanes on the way.

When to Ship a Car to or from Georgia

Summer is Georgia’s busiest season for household moves. Families relocating to metro Atlanta often aim to arrive before school starts, and many Georgia districts begin the year in early August. Book your car early if you are moving in June or July.

Snowbird traffic adds a second peak. From October through December, trucks heading to Florida through Georgia fill quickly. From March through May, they head north again. If your Georgia move falls in those windows, allow extra time.

Atlantic hurricane season runs from June through November. Savannah, Brunswick and the Golden Isles can see evacuations and road closures when a storm approaches. Inland storms can also bring flooding and fallen trees across South Georgia.

Winter is mild in most of the state, but ice storms do happen. A rare snow or ice event in Atlanta can stop traffic on the interstates for a day or more, and North Georgia’s mountains see ice more often.

College move-in brings demand to Athens, Atlanta and Statesboro in August. Move-out comes in May.

For the smoothest booking, aim for late spring after the snowbird return, or early fall before the rush south.

How to Register a Car After Moving to Georgia

New Georgia residents must register their vehicles within 30 days of moving to the state, according to the Georgia Department of Revenue. Registration and titling happen at your County Tag Office.

Get a Georgia driver license. The application for title and tag asks for a valid Georgia license or ID card, so do this first.
Insure the car with Georgia coverage. Your insurer files proof of liability coverage electronically with the state. An insurance binder can also be used.
Pass an emissions test, if your county requires it. Residents of metro Atlanta counties, including Cobb, DeKalb and Fulton, need an emissions inspection before registering. The Department of Revenue page lists every county in the program.
Visit the County Tag Office. Bring a completed and signed Form MV-1 Title/Tag Application, your out-of-state title, and Form T-17 if the car has a loan or lease.

Georgia charges a one-time Title Ad Valorem Tax, based on the vehicle’s fair market value, when you title the car. The Department of Revenue has an online estimator.

The car can be shipped on its current plates and registered once it arrives. Keep the condition report and delivery receipt with your moving paperwork.

Georgia Car Shipping FAQs

How much does it cost to ship a car to or from Georgia?

On our main Georgia routes, open transport for a standard sedan runs from $250 (Tennessee to Georgia) to $1,473 (Utah to Georgia). Enclosed transport runs from $450 to $2,092. Your quote depends on the exact addresses, the vehicle and the season.

How long does car shipping to or from Georgia take?

Transit on these routes takes from 1 day (Georgia to Virginia) to 8 days (Utah to Georgia), counted from pickup. Pickup is scheduled after you book. A flexible pickup window shortens the wait, and each route page lists its own transit time.

Can a carrier pick up a car at Fort Benning, Fort Stewart or another Georgia base?

Usually yes, but each installation sets its own access rules. A civilian driver may need a visitor pass, or may ask to meet you at the visitor center or just outside the gate. Tell us the base and your unit’s move dates when you book. We’ll pick a meeting point that works.

Does my car need an emissions test before I register it in Georgia?

Only if you live in one of the metro Atlanta counties in the state’s emissions program, such as Cobb, DeKalb or Fulton. Residents elsewhere do not need the test. Check the Georgia Department of Revenue’s new resident page for the full county list before you visit the tag office.

Can you deliver a car to a historic street in downtown Savannah?

The Historic District’s squares and narrow lanes are hard for a full car hauler. Most drivers ask to meet just outside the district, at a wide parking lot or a street with room to unload. Give us your exact address, and we’ll confirm the meeting spot before delivery day.

Can you ship a car I bought at an Atlanta-area auction or dealer?

Yes. Send us the dealer or auction address, the lot or stock number and the release details. Auctions often set pickup deadlines and storage charges, so book soon after you buy. The carrier will need a gate pass or release form from the seller.

See how the I-75, I-85 and I-95 lanes through Georgia connect to the rest of the country in our guide to popular car shipping routes and corridors.
Reporting to Fort Benning, Fort Stewart, Fort Gordon or Kings Bay? Read our military car shipping and PCS guide.
Buying through a Georgia auction or dealer? Plan the pickup with our guide to car auction and dealership transport.
See how distance, season and vehicle type shape every quote in our car shipping cost guide.

Why Ship Your Car With Tempus Logix in Georgia

Tempus Logix is a licensed and bonded auto transport broker, USDOT #3117533 and MC #86120, and BBB accredited. Every carrier we assign is vetted, and its insurance is verified before your vehicle is collected. Covered damage carries a zero deductible for the vehicle owner.

We price each load at a rate carriers actually accept, explain what the quote covers before you commit, and tell you plainly when a date looks tight.

Ready to move your car? Get a free quote with our auto transport quote calculator or call a transport coordinator at +1 (866) 607-8459.