Delaware Car Shipping Company | Auto Transport Services

Name: Delaware Car Shipping Company | Auto Transport Services
Brand: RoadRunner Auto Transport
Rating: 4.7 (39094 reviews)

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"On time pick up, 1 day transit. Great communication, and care to the vehicle. I am very happy over-all and would use Road Runner transit again and would definitely recommend"

"Easy online quote and booking platform. Steady text communications before during and at delivery. Driver arrived 2 days earlier than promised."

"The car was picked up within 24 hours. The driver communicated very well along the entire pick up delivery time. I would highly recommend this company."

"I’ve used this company a handful of times over the years with the last 2 times in the past 30 days. They delivered just as promised, on-time, rate as agreed upon beforehand, great communication, & professional customer service and drivers."

Delaware Pricing

Data updated: September 2026

How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car to or from Delaware?

As of September 2026, the average cost to ship a car to or from Delaware is about $944, with shipments typically running $225–$2,200 depending on the corridor, vehicle, and season. Open auto transport is the standard choice; enclosed transport adds weather and debris protection for about 50% more.

What Factors Affect the Cost to Ship a Car?

Distance sets the baseline: the average corridor from Delaware runs about 1,288 miles, and longer lanes cost more in total while costing less per mile. From there, vehicle size and weight, open versus enclosed carrier, exact pickup and delivery locations, fuel prices, and above all season and timing move the number. For the full breakdown, see our car shipping cost calculator.

Delaware Car Shipping Pricing & Transit Time Examples

Route	Distance	Open Transport	Enclosed	Transit Time
Wilmington, DEJacksonville, FLMost Popular	824 mi	$500–$825	$775–$1,250	2–4 days	Get Quote
Jacksonville, FLWilmington, DE	821 mi	$650–$1,050	$1,000–$1,575	2–4 days	Get Quote
Wilmington, DEHouston, TX	1,520 mi	$750–$1,200	$1,125–$1,775	4–6 days	Get Quote
Los Angeles, CAWilmington, DE	2,705 mi	$975–$1,550	$1,475–$2,325	6–8 days	Get Quote
Wilmington, DELos Angeles, CA	2,705 mi	$875–$1,400	$1,325–$2,100	6–8 days	Get Quote
Houston, TXWilmington, DE	1,518 mi	$625–$1,025	$950–$1,525	4–6 days	Get Quote
Wilmington, DEPhoenix, AZ	2,376 mi	$850–$1,375	$1,300–$2,050	5–7 days	Get Quote
Phoenix, AZWilmington, DE	2,377 mi	$1,000–$1,575	$1,500–$2,350	5–7 days	Get Quote
New York City, NYWilmington, DE	228 mi	$375–$600	$550–$900	1–3 days	Get Quote
Wilmington, DEAtlanta, GA	749 mi	$525–$825	$775–$1,250	2–4 days	Get Quote
Atlanta, GAWilmington, DE	744 mi	$525–$875	$800–$1,300	2–4 days	Get Quote
Philadelphia, PAWilmington, DE	32 mi	$250–$400	$375–$600	1–3 days	Get Quote
Wilmington, DEDenver, CO	1,738 mi	$800–$1,300	$1,225–$1,925	4–6 days	Get Quote
Newark, NJWilmington, DE	114 mi	$275–$475	$425–$700	1–3 days	Get Quote
Virginia Beach, VAWilmington, DE	243 mi	$375–$600	$550–$900	1–3 days	Get Quote
Wilmington, DENew York City, NY	227 mi	$375–$625	$575–$925	1–3 days	Get Quote
Charlotte, NCWilmington, DE	507 mi	$450–$725	$675–$1,075	2–4 days	Get Quote
Wilmington, DECharlotte, NC	509 mi	$450–$725	$675–$1,075	2–4 days	Get Quote
Seattle, WAWilmington, DE	2,813 mi	$975–$1,550	$1,475–$2,325	6–8 days	Get Quote
Wilmington, DESeattle, WA	2,813 mi	$1,025–$1,625	$1,525–$2,425	6–8 days	Get Quote
Baltimore, MDWilmington, DE	71 mi	$250–$425	$375–$625	1–3 days	Get Quote
Denver, COWilmington, DE	1,718 mi	$750–$1,175	$1,125–$1,775	4–6 days	Get Quote
Wilmington, DEPhiladelphia, PA	32 mi	$225–$400	$350–$575	1–3 days	Get Quote
Wilmington, DELas Vegas, NV	2,485 mi	$900–$1,450	$1,350–$2,150	5–7 days	Get Quote
Dover, DEMiami, FL	1,150 mi	$600–$975	$925–$1,475	3–5 days	Get Quote
Miami, FLMiddletown, DE	1,158 mi	$825–$1,300	$1,225–$1,950	3–5 days	Get Quote
Dover, DESan Antonio, TX	1,691 mi	$825–$1,300	$1,225–$1,950	4–6 days	Get Quote
San Francisco, CAMiddletown, DE	2,872 mi	$1,025–$1,625	$1,525–$2,425	6–8 days	Get Quote
Dover, DESacramento, CA	2,805 mi	$1,000–$1,600	$1,500–$2,375	6–8 days	Get Quote
Dallas, TXMiddletown, DE	1,428 mi	$625–$1,000	$925–$1,500	3–5 days	Get Quote

Ranges reflect recent shipments for a standard sedan; SUVs and trucks typically add $100–$200. Enclosed figures are estimated at about 1.5× the open rate.

Licensed & bonded (DOT/MC). Every carrier is verified with active cargo insurance before accepting your shipment.

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Delaware Routes

Delaware Car Shipping Routes

RoadRunner runs every Delaware lane in the country, open and enclosed, door to door on both ends. Pick a destination to see distance, pricing, and transit for your route.

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DelawareFlorida

Origin:Destination:

Distance~1,000 mi

Open Transport$550–$1,400

Enclosed Transport$850–$2,050

Transit Time3–5 days

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Timing

How Long Does Delaware Car Shipping Take?

Transit begins at pickup, not booking. Plan on 1–3 extra days for carrier dispatch, more in peak season.

Booking

You book your shipment

Carrier Pickup

Carrier picks up your vehicle

Delivery

Vehicle delivered to you

Carrier dispatch

Between booking and pickup

1–3days

Transit after pickup

Your vehicle in transit

1–8days(depending on your route)

Typical total window

From booking to delivery

3–11days

The 500-mile rule: once loaded, carriers average about 500 miles per day. Delaware to Washington (~2,880 mi) typically runs 6–8 days after pickup.

1
Request your quote
Enter your ZIP codes, vehicle details, and preferred dates. Your price appears on screen right away.
2
Book the lane
Reserve your pickup window, 7–14 days ahead is the sweet spot. No upfront deposit.
3
Carrier dispatch
We match your shipment with a vetted carrier and coordinate pickup, typically within 1–3 days.
4
Transit
Your vehicle runs the corridor, trackable in real time, arriving 1–8 days after pickup.
5
Delivery
The driver calls ahead to confirm timing and access, then you inspect your vehicle together and sign at delivery.

The booking sweet spot

7–14 days ahead

Booking 7–14 days ahead gets the best Delaware rates. Flexible pickup windows price lower than fixed dates.

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Delaware Service Areas

Delaware Car Shipping by Region: Where We Pick Up and Deliver

The whole state sits on the I-95 corridor’s doorstep — RoadRunner picks up and delivers across all of Delaware.

Carriers run I-95, I-295, I-495 daily, connecting every region below to the national network.

Wilmington & New Castle County

Wilmington · Trolley Square, Greenville DE
Wilmington Manor
Newark · Christiana
Bear
Glasgow
Brookside
Hockessin · Greenville, Centreville
Pike Creek
Pike Creek Valley
North Star
Claymont · Bellefonte
Edgemoor
Elsmere · Newport
New Castle · Delaware City
Middletown · Odessa, Townsend

Dover & Kent County

Dover · Camden-Wyoming East
Dover Base Housing · Dover AFB
Smyrna
Clayton
Camden · Wyoming
Harrington · Felton
Milford · Lincoln
Rising Sun-Lebanon

The Beaches & Sussex County

Lewes · Rehoboth Beach, Milton
Ocean View · Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island
Millsboro · Long Neck, Dagsboro
Georgetown
Seaford · Blades
Laurel · Delmar
Bridgeville · Greenwood

Registering after an interstate move? Official resources: Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles · Delaware Vehicle Inspection Information · Visit the Official Delaware State Government Website

Seasonal Pricing Guide

Data updated: September 2026

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When to Ship: Delaware Demand by Season

Demand on Delaware corridors is steady year-round, with a modest early-summer peak, a soft stretch from late summer into fall, and a brief bump around the holidays.

Monthly booking demand across corridors from Delaware

Peak demandTypicalLower demand

Relative demand index (100 = the busiest month), averaged across Delaware outbound corridors. Higher demand generally means firmer pricing and tighter carrier space.

Early Summer

+5%

May–July

The national moving season firms up demand and pricing modestly.

Book 1–2 weeks ahead.

Late Summer & Fall

5% below

August–October

The quietest stretch of the year on this corridor: the easiest carrier space and the friendliest pricing.

Book about a week out.

Holidays

≈ average

November–January

A brief holiday-season bump in demand, then a quiet start to the year.

Book 7–10 days out.

Late Winter & Spring

≈ average

February–April

Steady demand building gently toward the moving season; standard booking windows apply.

Book 7–14 days ahead.

The cheapest window for Delaware shipments

February through April, with a flexible pickup window. Demand across Delaware corridors peaks November through January; flexible dates let us match your car to a truck already running your lane.

On-the-Ground Logistics

Pickup and Delivery Across Delaware

Most handoffs are straightforward door-to-door pickups. The exceptions, we handle routinely.

On the I-95 corridor

Wilmington sits directly on the East Coast’s main freight artery, and every North–South carrier passes through. New Castle County pickups dispatch as fast as anywhere in the country.

A two-hour state

The whole state runs top to bottom in two hours, so one carrier day covers it — Dover and Sussex pickups ride the Route 1 corridor without the lead time bigger states need.

The beaches in summer

Route 1 to Rehoboth and Bethany crawls on summer weekends, and beach-block streets fill with parking rules — drivers meet on the main road or schedule around the weekend crush.

Retirement communities

Sussex County’s 55+ communities keep growing — have the gate code or guard desk ready, or the driver arranges to meet at the community entrance.

The Delaware Story

Car Shipping Built Around How Delaware Moves

Every state ships differently. These are the moves Delaware makes most — and the services built for them.

Military movesDover AFB — home of the largest airlift wing on the East Coast — anchors steady PCS traffic through Kent County. We ship to and from base housing and coordinate around report dates.Military car shipping Snowbird & beach seasonsDelaware runs both seasonal lanes: snowbirds south to Florida in the fall, and beach households shipping cars to the shore each summer. Booking 2–3 weeks ahead in season keeps your window realistic.Seasonal car shipping The corporate addressHalf of corporate America is registered here, and the Philadelphia–Wilmington orbit relocates households year-round. Pick your route and see distance, pricing, and transit.State to state car shipping College & universityThe University of Delaware and Delaware State drive August move-in and May move-out peaks — parents shipping cars to campus and graduates relocating to first jobs.College car shipping

Delaware Car Shipping Guide

Delaware Car Shipping Services | RoadRunner Auto Transport

If you need to ship a vehicle to or from Delaware, finding a reliable car shipping company you can trust is essential. RoadRunner Auto Transport has decades of experience providing quality door-to-door auto transport for customers from any state to state across the country, including affordable and efficient car shipping to and from Delaware.

Auto transport service the easy way to or from Delaware

RoadRunner Auto Transport makes shipping your car simple by handling the entire process for you. After a quick online quote, you'll be matched with one of our professional carriers who will pick up your vehicle and deliver it safely to its destination. RoadRunner transports thousands of cars every year using modern equipment and advanced logistics. Our team manages every step from pickup to delivery, keeping you informed throughout the process. This white glove service ensures an easy, seamless shipping experience.

Top Rated Delaware Car Shipping Experts

With direct contracts with the best car haulers in the industry, RoadRunner has extensive reach across Delaware to provide premium door-to-door auto transport. Our carriers specialize in Delaware routes. We thoroughly vet our network through rigorous screening and audits to ensure only the highest caliber of drivers and equipment are used for your shipment. This rigorous selection provides unmatched reliability.

RoadRunner also offers real-time tracking throughout your vehicle’s journey. Our logistics professionals monitor transport status closely and provide regular email and phone updates. If any questions arise during shipping, our U.S.-based support team is ready to assist. With direct coordination, expertise from thousands of Delaware shipments, and nonstop monitoring, RoadRunner offers white-glove service you can trust.

Delaware Car Shipping Cost & Time To Ship Your Car

How does Delaware auto shipping work?

The process of shipping a car to or from Delaware using RoadRunner is straightforward. After receiving a free quote online and booking your shipment, one of our vetted professional carriers arrives with proper equipment to safely transport your vehicle. Your car is then securely delivered to its destination, typically within 1-5 days for standard shipping. RoadRunner handles all logistics, paperwork, tracking and driver coordination for you. Learn more about how auto transport works.

For a personalized quote on your Delaware shipment, provide details like the year, make, model and pickup/delivery locations on our site or by calling (888) 777-2123.

Some typical Delaware shipping routes and standard transport times include:

Wilmington to Baltimore: 1-2 days
Dover to New York City: 2-3 days
Newark to Philadelphia: 1 day
Lewes to Washington DC: 3-4 days

Of course, distances and times may vary based on specific locations and dates. Our team finds the best driver for your particular shipment.

Delaware Car Transportation Companies Near Me

With direct contracts across all major carriers and an extensive transportation network, RoadRunner Auto Transport provides Delaware customers unrivaled choice and availability. As one of the largest auto shipping brokers nationwide with over 30 years of experience, we have the buying power, resources and expertise to accommodate any shipment quickly. This includes hard-to-reach locations and busy routes.

RoadRunner's direct partnerships with the best car haulers servicing DE means we can match you with a specialized local carrier equipped for your unique shipment. Just provide pickup/delivery details during your free quote, and our team will find the perfect driver. Tracking and support also continue until your car is delivered.

Unlike limited "near me" searches, working with RoadRunner gives you full state-wide reach for a fast, seamless experience.

Types of Car Shipping Services in Delaware

Not all vehicles and shipping needs are the same. So RoadRunner offers different auto shipping services to choose from:

Open Car Transport

Open auto transport is the most common method, with your car secured on an open, multi-car carrier. This is a cost-effective option for most shipments. Open transport works well for daily drivers and standard vehicles.

Enclosed Car Transport

For added protection from road debris and weather, enclosed trailers with walls and a roof are available. Enclosed auto transport shipping is recommended for expensive cars, classics, exotics and race vehicles. Click here to read more about the differences between open and enclosed car shipping.

Expedited Car Transport

When you need a vehicle shipped urgently, expedited transport from RoadRunner delivers. Expedited auto shipping is facilitated on an accelerated timeline through our premium White Glove service. For a surcharge, we coordinate transport faster for express delivery when required.

Our transport specialists guide you in selecting the right service for your unique needs and budget.

How to Save on Car Shipping in Delaware

While professional auto transport offers convenience and peace of mind, it is an investment. Here are tips for keeping shipping costs low when using RoadRunner:

Tips For Delaware Car Shipping Services

Compare rates between open and enclosed shipping. Open transport is significantly more affordable for most vehicles.
Be flexible on pickup and delivery dates when possible. Weekdays are cheaper than weekends or holidays.
Choose a terminal shipping service if pickup and delivery locations permit.
Ask about Seasonal Specials when booking to save extra on shipping costs.

Taking advantage of these savings opportunities allows you to enjoy an easy, stress-free shipping experience at an affordable price. The logistics experts at RoadRunner Auto Transport are ready to provide a fair, customized quote tailored to your specific shipment requirements.

How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Delaware Car Transportation

Proper preparation before shipping is crucial to ensure your vehicle arrives safely and undamaged. Follow these tips when getting your car ready for transport with RoadRunner Auto Transport:

Clean out the car completely, removing any personal items and belongings. RoadRunner is not responsible for personal property left inside the vehicle. It is possible to ship a car with stuff inside; click here for tips on how.
Check fluid levels for battery, gas, oil and coolant. Top off if necessary. Running these lower can strain systems during transport.
Disable your car alarm so it does not accidentally go off during the trip. Provide any anti-theft passcodes if needed.
Check for exterior damage and take photos documenting the condition.
For convertibles, remove the top or confirm with your agent if it can safely stay up during open shipping.

Proper preparation protects against preventable damage so your car arrives in the same pristine condition. Our enclosed shipping option also adds an extra layer of protection when needed.

Receiving Your Vehicle in Delaware

Once your car arrives safely at its destination in Delaware, following these tips will ensure a smooth delivery process:

Inspection for New Damage

Thoroughly inspect and look over your vehicle before signing any paperwork accepting delivery. Check for any new scrapes, scratches, dents or damage that may have occurred during transport. Point out any issues to the driver and contact RoadRunner to begin our claims process if needed.

Checking for Missing Accessories or Belongings

If transporting your personal car, check the trunk, glove compartment, and interior to make sure no belongings were left behind and your spare tire, jack, and any accessories are still there. Report anything missing promptly to RoadRunner Auto Transport.

Signing Delivery Paperwork

Review the bill of lading, take an odometer reading, and sign confirming you've received your vehicle in satisfactory condition without damage or missing items. This completes the shipping process.

Following these simple steps ensures a smooth delivery so you can enjoy your vehicle without hassles or surprises.

RoadRunner Auto Transport Reviews

With an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, 5-star rankings on TransportReviews.com, and thousands of satisfied customers, you can trust RoadRunner Auto Transport to ship your vehicle anywhere safely, affordably, and efficiently. Learn why RoadRunner is America's most trusted auto transport company:

"I had to move from New York to Delaware and needed to get my SUV there. RoadRunner made it incredibly easy. They gave me an upfront quote online and kept me updated throughout the shipping process. My vehicle arrived in Delaware in pristine condition in just a few days. I would use them again and recommend RoadRunner for any car shipping needs." - Jen S., Dover, DE

"RoadRunner coordinated pickup and enclosed shipping of my classic Ford Mustang from Delaware to Florida flawlessly. Their transport coordinator worked with me to find a great driver for my route with an enclosed trailer. The price was reasonable, and the driver handled my car with care during loading and unloading. Overall a stress-free experience." - Mike R., Wilmington, DE

Experience the RoadRunner difference yourself when shipping a car to or from Delaware.

The Trusted Delaware Car Shipping Company

When it's time to ship your vehicle within Delaware or nationwide, trust RoadRunner Auto Transport to handle the process smoothly, reliably, and affordably. With direct contracts across a modern fleet, real-time tracking, and nonstop support, we take the stress out of transporting your car. Take advantage of our reasonable pricing and professional service for your next relocation.

Delaware Auto Transport Resources

New to shipping a car? Here are some helpful resources as you plan transport to or from Delaware:

Information About The State Of Delaware

If you're moving to or from Delaware, get to know the local area with helpful state resources:

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How It Works

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Harry, the driver, was phenomenal He arrived on time as scheduled, communicated to me prior pick up, went as planned The car was actually delivered earlier than was previously scheduled. You did an awesome job of communicating with me and the drop off went perfect. Top marks

Dan C.

January 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I get a quote for car moving?

To get a quote for shipping your vehicle, you can either use our instant online car shipping quote calculator or you can call (888) 777-2123 to receive a quote from one of our car transport pricing specialists. To calculate your quote we will need to know the location you are shipping from and to, the type of vehicle you would like to ship, and the date your vehicle will be ready.

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