Delaware to Texas Car Shipping

Updated September 2026

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DE to TX Route Pricing
Data updated: September 2026

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

As of September 2026, the average cost to ship a car from Delaware to Texas is about $1,120, with shipments typically running $700–$1,850 depending on the exact city pair, vehicle, and season. Open auto transport is the standard choice on this corridor; 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 driving distance on this route is about 1,600 miles, and longer city pairs 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 to Texas Car Shipping Pricing & Time to Ship Your Car Examples

From Delaware to TexasDistanceOpen TransportEnclosedTransit Time
Dover, DESan Antonio, TX1,691 mi$825–$1,300$1,225–$1,9504–6 daysGet Quote
Newark, DEAustin, TX1,618 mi$750–$1,225$1,150–$1,8254–6 daysGet Quote
Middletown, DEDallas, TX1,425 mi$725–$1,150$1,100–$1,7253–5 daysGet Quote
Smyrna, DEEl Paso, TX2,054 mi$1,000–$1,600$1,500–$2,4005–7 daysGet Quote
Milford, DEArlington, TX1,447 mi$775–$1,250$1,175–$1,8753–5 daysGet Quote
Seaford, DEFort Worth, TX1,453 mi$800–$1,300$1,225–$1,9253–5 daysGet 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 auto transport rate.

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Service Type

Open or Enclosed Transport for Delaware to Texas?

Open car transport is the standard choice for most shipments and the most economical way to ship a daily driver, SUV, or truck. Your car rides with 8–10 others on a multi-vehicle trailer, driven on via built-in ramps and secured to the deck for the trip — the same way dealers move new inventory. See open auto transport for details.

Enclosed car shipping earns its premium of roughly 50% when the vehicle itself calls for it: luxury, classic, and exotic cars, a vehicle fresh off the dealer lot with no road miles, or anything you would not want exposed to weather and road debris. If you're weighing the two, our guide to the difference between enclosed and open auto transport covers it in detail.

Expedited shipping is also available when the calendar is not negotiable: guaranteed pickup windows and direct driver routes that get your vehicle there faster. It is the option time-sensitive moves lean on, from military relocations to students starting a new semester.

Sports car being loaded into an enclosed auto transport trailerShipping something special?White-glove protection for high-value vehiclesFully enclosed trailers shield luxury, classic, and exotic cars from weather, road salt, and debris the whole way.Explore Enclosed Car Shipping
The Corridor

The Delaware to Texas Route

RoadRunner auto transport carriers run the Delaware to Texas corridor with open and enclosed equipment, door to door on both ends.

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Seasonal Pricing Guide
Data updated: September 2026
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Delaware to Texas Shipping Prices by Season

Demand on this corridor 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 on the Delaware to Texas corridor

Peak demandTypicalLower demand
0255075100JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Relative demand index (100 = the corridor's busiest month). Higher demand generally means firmer pricing and tighter carrier space.
A beach in summer light

Early Summer

+5%
May–July

The national moving season firms up demand and pricing modestly.

Book 1–2 weeks ahead.
Open road in golden light

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.
Fall foliage along a highway

Holidays

≈ average
November–January

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

Book 7–10 days out.
Spring blossoms over a river

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 on this corridor
August through October, with a flexible pickup window. Flexible dates let us match your car to a truck already running the route.
Timing

How Long Does Delaware to Texas Car Shipping Take?

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

3–7 days
Delaware to Texas transit after pickup
1–3 days
Carrier dispatch between booking and pickup
5–10 days
Typical total window, booking to delivery
The 500-mile rule: once loaded, carriers average about 500 miles per day. Wilmington to Houston (~1,520 mi) typically runs 4–6 days after pickup. Severe weather can add a day or two.
  1. 1

    Request your quote

    Enter your ZIP codes, vehicle details, and preferred dates. Your price appears on screen right away.

  2. 2

    Book the lane

    Reserve your pickup window, 7–14 days ahead is the sweet spot. No upfront deposit.

  3. 3

    Carrier dispatch

    We match your shipment with a vetted carrier and coordinate pickup, typically within 1–3 days.

  4. 4

    Transit to Texas

    Your vehicle runs the corridor, trackable in real time, arriving 3–7 days after pickup.

  5. 5

    Texas delivery

    The driver calls ahead to confirm timing and access, then you inspect your vehicle together and sign at delivery.

7–14
days ahead: the booking sweet spot

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

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The Corridor Footprint

Shipping from the State of Delaware

RoadRunner picks up vehicles across Delaware every week, from Wilmington and Dover to Newark, Bear, and everywhere in between.

Pickup happens at your home, office, or the nearest spot a full-size auto transport carrier can legally and safely reach, with real-time tracking from the moment your vehicle is loaded.

Major pickup areas
Car shipping pickup in Delaware

Shipping to the State of Texas

We deliver to every major Texas metro, from Houston and San Antonio to Dallas and Austin, plus the smaller towns between them.

With open and enclosed equipment across a 30,000+ auto transport network, the driver calls ahead to confirm timing and access, then delivers as close to your door as the truck can legally and safely get.

Major delivery areas
Car shipping delivery in Texas
Route Guide

Ship a car from Delaware to Texas

Shipping a car from Delaware to Texas is a breeze when you choose RoadRunner Auto Transport. With years of experience in the industry, RoadRunner Auto Transport is ranked as one of the best car shipping companies, having moved thousands of shipments along this route each year.

Delaware and Texas are great states to ship to and from, as they both have major cities with easy access to major highways. This makes it easy for carriers to travel from one state to another, and RoadRunner Auto Transport maintains a network of over 30,000+ carriers nationwide that service this route. Thus, whether you are shipping a car for personal or business reasons, RoadRunner Auto Transport has you covered with reliable services.

Additionally, RoadRunner Auto Transport is well equipped to handle all types of cars, including luxury vehicles, sports cars, and even antique cars. They have the expertise to ensure that your vehicle is shipped safely and delivered to your desired destination in Texas.

In conclusion, shipping a car from Delaware to Texas is easy and hassle-free with RoadRunner Auto Transport. With their vast network of carriers and years of experience in the industry, you can be assured that your car will be shipped safely and delivered to your preferred location in Texas. So why wait? Contact RoadRunner Auto Transport today and get started on your Delaware to Texas car shipping journey.

Car Shipping to Texas, Made Simple

See how RoadRunner delivers into Texas: instant pricing, door-to-door service, and real-time tracking the whole way from Delaware.

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Getting Ready

Before the carrier arrives

Three things to handle between booking and pickup day. They take an hour in total and make both handoffs smooth.

1

Schedule in advance

Book 7–14 days ahead for the best rates, and 2–3 weeks during peak season, when carrier space is tightest.

2

Prep and empty the vehicle

Wash the car, leave about a quarter tank of fuel, and remove personal items. Anything left inside is not protected against loss or damage in transit.

3

Inspect at pickup and delivery

Walk around the vehicle with the driver at both ends, photograph its condition, and note anything new on the Bill of Lading before signing.

Why RoadRunner

RoadRunner Auto Transport: The Delaware to Texas Car Shipping Experts

RoadRunner Auto Transport has run the Delaware to Texas corridor for over 30 years. Our auto transport services cover open and enclosed shipping, door-to-door delivery, and expedited options.

Enter your pickup and delivery ZIP codes with some basic vehicle details, and your price appears on screen in seconds. A shipping coordinator then confirms the details and matches your shipment with a vetted carrier. Learn more about what sets RoadRunner apart.

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Why choose RoadRunner for DE to TX?
Transparent, Flat-Rate Pricing
No hidden fees. Your quote is priced for your exact shipment from live carrier data.
Door-to-Door Service
Pickup and delivery as close to your door as the truck can legally and safely get.
Real-Time GPS Tracking
Monitor your shipment with text and email alerts, plus 24/7 support and online shipment tracking.
No Upfront Deposit
You pay nothing until a carrier is confirmed and your pickup is scheduled.
30,000+
Carrier network
Open and enclosed, coast to coast
30+yrs
On this corridor
Shipping nationwide since 1992
9/10
DE to TX carrier availability
Based on recent dispatch reports
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Delaware to Texas shipments typically run $700–$1,850 for open transport depending on the exact city pair, vehicle, and season, and recent shipments averaged about $1,120. Enclosed transport runs about 50% more. Get a car shipping estimate from the calculator, or use the form above to see the price for your exact route.

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