Do you ship to all 50 states?

Yes. Heartland Auto Transport ships vehicles to and from all 50 U.S. states. The 48 continental states are handled with our standard carrier network. Alaska and Hawaii require specialty carriers and longer timelines, but we ship to both regularly.

How long does nationwide auto transport take?

Transit time depends on distance. Short routes (under 500 miles) take 1-3 days. Mid-distance moves (500-1,500 miles) take 3-7 days. Cross-country (1,500+ miles) takes 7-14 days. Alaska and Hawaii take 2-4 weeks due to specialty routing.

How much does nationwide car shipping cost?

Continental U.S. shipments range from $400 (short interstate) to $1,800 (true cross-country) for standard vehicles on open transport. Alaska runs $2,500-$4,500. Hawaii runs $1,800-$2,800 including ocean container.

Can you ship cars internationally?

We focus on U.S. domestic shipping. For Canada, Mexico, or overseas, we can refer you to international auto shipping specialists with the customs and port expertise required. Domestic U.S. (all 50 states) is our core service.

How do nationwide shipments to Alaska or Hawaii work?

Alaska shipments go via standard carrier to Tacoma, WA, then specialty Alaska carrier to your destination. Hawaii shipments go via container ship from Long Beach or Jacksonville ports. Both require specialty pricing and 2-4 week timelines.

Is nationwide service more expensive than regional service?

Not really — pricing is based on distance, not whether the shipment is regional or nationwide. A 500-mile shipment costs the same whether it's regional or interstate. What changes pricing is the total distance, route, vehicle size, and transport type.

Nationwide Auto Transport

True Nationwide Coverage

Nationwide auto transport means coast-to-coast, border-to-border, and every state in between — including Alaska and Hawaii. As an FMCSA licensed broker based in Alabama, Heartland Auto Transport has the carrier relationships and logistics expertise to ship vehicles anywhere in the United States.

Our network includes regional specialists for short hauls, long-haul drivers for cross-country runs, enclosed transport specialists for high-value vehicles, and specialty carriers for Alaska and Hawaii. We route each shipment to the right driver for the job.

Alabama-Based, Nationwide Reach

Being based in Alabama gives us a Southeast advantage — we know the routes, the carriers, and the timing patterns from this region. But our reach extends to every state. We've shipped vehicles to Maine, Oregon, North Dakota, and dozens of routes in between.

States We Service

All 48 Continental States

From the Atlantic to the Pacific, we ship to every state in the contiguous United States. Our most common destinations from Alabama include:

Pacific: California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Arizona
Mountain West: Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, New Mexico
Plains: Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, South Dakota, North Dakota
Midwest: Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota
Northeast: New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Maryland, Delaware
Southeast: Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas

Alaska Service

Alaska shipments are a specialty. Vehicles ship via standard carrier to Tacoma, Washington, then transfer to Alaska-specific carriers for the final route up the Alaska Highway or via Marine Highway ferry. Timeline: typically 2-4 weeks total. Pricing: significantly higher than continental shipments due to specialized routing.

Hawaii Service

Hawaii shipments combine continental U.S. transport with ocean container shipping. Vehicles ship to the Port of Long Beach (West Coast routing) or Port of Jacksonville (East Coast routing), then via container ship to Honolulu, Hilo, Kahului, or Lihue. Timeline: 2-3 weeks total. Pricing requires specialty quote.

Nationwide Services We Offer

Open Carrier Nationwide

Standard open transport on any U.S. route. Most affordable option for daily drivers.

Enclosed Nationwide

Premium enclosed transport coast-to-coast for classics, exotics, and luxury vehicles.

Expedited Nationwide

Priority pickup and accelerated transit on any U.S. route.

Guaranteed Pickup

Date-specific pickup commitments for time-sensitive nationwide shipments.

What Nationwide Shipping Costs

Pricing scales with distance. Here are typical ranges for standard sedan/SUV vehicles on open transport from Alabama:

Alabama to Georgia or Florida (300-500 miles): $400-$700
Alabama to Texas or Tennessee (500-900 miles): $600-$900
Alabama to Illinois, Missouri, or Virginia (700-1,200 miles): $700-$1,100
Alabama to Colorado, Arizona, or New York (1,200-1,800 miles): $900-$1,400
Alabama to California, Washington, or Maine (2,000-2,800 miles): $1,100-$1,700
Alabama to Alaska: $2,500-$4,500 (varies significantly by destination city)
Alabama to Hawaii: $1,800-$2,800 (includes ocean container)

Pricing varies by season, vehicle size, transport type, and route specifics. For an exact quote on your shipment, get an instant quote or call (205) 578-6129.

How Nationwide Auto Transport Works

1. Get an Instant Quote

Use our online quote tool or call us. Provide origin and destination, vehicle details, and timing. We quote in minutes.

2. Choose Your Service Level

Standard open transport (most affordable), enclosed (maximum protection), expedited (fast pickup), or guaranteed pickup (date-specific). We'll recommend based on your situation.

3. Book Your Shipment

A small deposit confirms your booking. We assign a dispatcher and begin carrier assignment.

4. Carrier Assignment and Pickup

We match your shipment with a carrier in our nationwide network. Pickup typically happens within 1-5 days of booking.

5. Transit Across the Country

Your dedicated driver moves your vehicle to its destination, with regular updates from your dispatcher and direct contact with the driver.

6. Delivery Anywhere in America

Door-to-door delivery to your specified destination address. Final inspection, paperwork, and keys back in your hands.

Common Nationwide Shipping Scenarios

Job Relocations

Companies relocate employees nationwide every day. We've shipped vehicles for tech workers moving from Birmingham to San Francisco, oil engineers from Mobile to Houston, healthcare workers from Huntsville to Boston, and thousands of other relocations.

Military PCS Moves

Military families with permanent change of station orders. From Alabama bases (Redstone Arsenal, Maxwell-Gunter, Fort Rucker) to bases nationwide, and from bases nationwide to Alabama. We understand military timelines and reimbursement requirements.

Retirement and Snowbird Relocations

Retirees moving south for the winter or settling permanently in warmer climates. Snowbirds shipping vehicles between summer and winter homes annually.

Online Vehicle Purchases

Buying a car online from a dealer or private seller in another state. We handle pickup from the seller's location and delivery to your home — common with Carvana, Vroom, eBay Motors, Bring a Trailer, and traditional dealer purchases.

Family Vehicle Transfers

Giving a vehicle to a family member in another state. Inheriting a vehicle from across the country. Lending or borrowing a vehicle long-distance.

Auction and Dealer Transport

Vehicle dealers and collectors moving inventory between locations or picking up auction wins from Mecum, Barrett-Jackson, Manheim, and others.

What Makes Heartland Different

Nationwide doesn't mean impersonal. While we have the network to ship anywhere, we operate like the local Alabama business we are — with direct communication, transparent pricing, and accountability. You'll talk to the same dispatcher from quote through delivery. We answer the phone. We follow up. We handle problems when they arise.

Whether you're shipping across the state or across the country, Heartland Auto Transport delivers nationwide service with Alabama values. Get your free nationwide quote or call (205) 578-6129.

Nationwide Auto Transport from Alabama to Anywhere