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Updated September 2026

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"Very smooth and timely pickup and delivery. Easy to communicate with dispatch and operators when needed. Will recommend and use RoadRunner Auto Transport again in the future!"

William

March 2026

5 stars
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"Kyle was open and honest in answering my questions! Pickup was possible and happened within hours of booking, wow! The driver communicated very well and promptly, as well as went above and beyond by his own suggestion and willingness! Delivery was ahead of schedule and again effortless."

Blake

March 2026

5 stars
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"Unbelievable experience. I called last minute to have my car transported from Minnesota to Texas. My car was picked up the next day on a Wednesday it was delivered in Texas around 8:00 p.m. Thursday. Now that's outrageous fantastic customer service"

Ken S.

Minnesota to Texas

September 2025

5 stars
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"I have had two vehicles moved from Mesa AZ to Minneapolis mn. That have been super great with notifications and when the vehicle would arrive. My Audi and the three Wheeler motorcycle were delivered on time to my home in same condition. Good work Roadrunner!"

Jay R.

Arizona to Minnesota

July 2025

5 stars
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Minnesota Pricing
Data updated: September 2026

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

As of September 2026, the average cost to ship a car to or from Minnesota is about $1,105, with shipments typically running $350–$2,275 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 Minnesota runs about 1,331 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.

Minnesota Car Shipping Pricing & Transit Time Examples

RouteDistanceOpen TransportEnclosedTransit Time
Los Angeles, CAMinneapolis, MNMost Popular1,875 mi$900–$1,450$1,350–$2,1504–6 daysGet Quote
Minneapolis, MNJacksonville, FL1,476 mi$675–$1,075$1,025–$1,6253–5 daysGet Quote
Jacksonville, FLMinneapolis, MN1,480 mi$950–$1,525$1,425–$2,2753–5 daysGet Quote
Minneapolis, MNLos Angeles, CA1,876 mi$775–$1,225$1,150–$1,8254–6 daysGet Quote
Minneapolis, MNHouston, TX1,179 mi$650–$1,075$1,000–$1,6003–5 daysGet Quote
Phoenix, AZMinneapolis, MN1,792 mi$925–$1,475$1,375–$2,2004–6 daysGet Quote
Minneapolis, MNPhoenix, AZ1,791 mi$750–$1,200$1,125–$1,8004–6 daysGet Quote
Houston, TXMinneapolis, MN1,180 mi$625–$1,000$925–$1,4753–5 daysGet Quote
Seattle, WAMinneapolis, MN1,654 mi$800–$1,300$1,225–$1,9254–6 daysGet Quote
Minneapolis, MNSeattle, WA1,655 mi$825–$1,300$1,225–$1,9504–6 daysGet Quote
Chicago, ILMinneapolis, MN412 mi$400–$675$625–$1,0001–3 daysGet Quote
Minneapolis, MNCharlotte, NC1,158 mi$650–$1,050$975–$1,5753–5 daysGet Quote
New York City, NYMinneapolis, MN1,180 mi$800–$1,250$1,200–$1,8753–5 daysGet Quote
Atlanta, GAMinneapolis, MN1,132 mi$775–$1,250$1,175–$1,8753–5 daysGet Quote
Minneapolis, MNAtlanta, GA1,129 mi$600–$950$900–$1,4253–5 daysGet Quote
Minneapolis, MNNew York City, NY1,180 mi$625–$1,000$950–$1,5003–5 daysGet Quote
Charlotte, NCMinneapolis, MN1,157 mi$825–$1,300$1,225–$1,9503–5 daysGet Quote
Denver, COMinneapolis, MN860 mi$525–$850$800–$1,2752–4 daysGet Quote
Minneapolis, MNChicago, IL411 mi$350–$575$525–$8501–3 daysGet Quote
Las Vegas, NVMinneapolis, MN1,606 mi$900–$1,425$1,350–$2,1254–6 daysGet Quote
Columbus, OHMinneapolis, MN765 mi$675–$1,075$1,000–$1,6002–4 daysGet Quote
Minneapolis, MNDenver, CO859 mi$575–$950$875–$1,4252–4 daysGet Quote
Portland, ORMinneapolis, MN1,724 mi$825–$1,325$1,250–$1,9754–6 daysGet Quote
Virginia Beach, VAMinneapolis, MN1,306 mi$900–$1,450$1,350–$2,1503–5 daysGet Quote
San Francisco, CASt. Paul, MN1,964 mi$925–$1,475$1,400–$2,2004–6 daysGet Quote
St. Paul, MNMiami, FL1,861 mi$725–$1,150$1,100–$1,7254–6 daysGet Quote
Miami, FLSt. Paul, MN1,865 mi$925–$1,475$1,400–$2,2004–6 daysGet Quote
St. Paul, MNSacramento, CA1,874 mi$850–$1,350$1,275–$2,0254–6 daysGet Quote
St. Paul, MNDallas, TX1,009 mi$625–$1,000$950–$1,5003–5 daysGet Quote
Tucson, AZRochester, MN1,742 mi$1,025–$1,650$1,550–$2,4504–6 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 rate.

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Minnesota Routes

Minnesota Car Shipping Routes

RoadRunner runs every Minnesota 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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Timing

How Long Does Minnesota 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
2–6days(depending on your route)
Typical total window
From booking to delivery
4–9days
The 500-mile rule: once loaded, carriers average about 500 miles per day. Minnesota to California (~1,900 mi) typically runs 4–6 days after pickup.
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    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

    Your vehicle runs the corridor, trackable in real time, arriving 2–6 days after pickup.

  5. 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 Minnesota rates. Flexible pickup windows price lower than fixed dates.

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Minnesota Service Areas

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

From the Twin Cities to the North Shore routes, RoadRunner picks up and delivers across all of Minnesota.

Carriers run I-35, I-90, I-94 daily, connecting every region below to the national network.

Minneapolis & the West Metro

St. Paul & the East Metro

The South Metro

Greater Minnesota

Registering after an interstate move? Official resources: Minnesota Department of Public Safety - Driver and Vehicle Services · Minnesota Department of Public Safety · Minnesota Department of Revenue
Seasonal Pricing Guide
Data updated: September 2026
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When to Ship: Minnesota Demand by Season

Demand on Minnesota corridors runs busiest from spring into midsummer and softest from late summer into fall. The seasonal swing is modest, so timing helps at the margins.

Monthly booking demand across corridors from Minnesota

Peak demandTypicalLower demand
0255075100JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Relative demand index (100 = the busiest month), averaged across Minnesota outbound corridors. Higher demand generally means firmer pricing and tighter carrier space.
A beach in summer light

Spring & Early Summer

+5–10%
April–July

Moving season: families, corporate relocations, and dealer traffic keep spring and early summer the firmest window for carrier space.

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

Late Summer & Fall

5–10% below
August–October

The softest stretch of the year: good availability and the friendliest pricing on the corridor.

Book about a week out.
Fall foliage along a highway

Holidays

≈ average
November–January

Demand firms up briefly around the holidays, then settles; winter weather is the only wildcard on mountain stretches.

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

Late Winter

≈ average
February–March

Demand builds steadily toward the spring moving season; standard booking windows apply.

Book 7–14 days ahead.
The cheapest window for Minnesota shipments
February through April, with a flexible pickup window. Demand across Minnesota corridors peaks June through August; flexible dates let us match your car to a truck already running your lane.
On-the-Ground Logistics

Pickup and Delivery Across Minnesota

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

The coldest metro

The Twin Cities are the coldest major metro in the country, and January cold snaps are the real schedule-mover — batteries, air lines, and hydraulics all slow down. Winter pickups can shift a day; enclosed protects against heavy salt.

The I-94 & I-35 corridors

The Chicago–Fargo and Duluth–Texas lanes cross in the Twin Cities, and carriers run both daily. Metro pickups dispatch fast; Greater Minnesota adds a day.

Lake country

Up north, cabin roads and lake lanes usually mean meeting the driver at the county road — the standard lake-country handoff, arranged on the day.

Suburban door-to-door

From Maple Grove to Woodbury, the metro suburbs are easy carrier country — wide streets and straightforward driveway pickups.

The Minnesota Story

Car Shipping Built Around How Minnesota Moves

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

Snowbird seasonMinnesota-to-Arizona is one of the great snowbird lanes in America: southbound demand builds October through December, and the return runs March through May. Booking 2–3 weeks ahead in season keeps your window realistic.Snowbird car shipping The Fortune 500 metroThe Twin Cities host more big-company headquarters per capita than almost anywhere — corporate relocations run year-round, to every region. Pick your route and see distance, pricing, and transit.State to state car shipping Cabin countryThe lake migration runs every summer — cars head north in June and back after Labor Day. It’s the same seasonal service, pointed at the lakes.Seasonal car shipping College & universityThe U of M and the state system drive August move-in and May move-out peaks — parents shipping cars to campus and graduates relocating to first jobs.College car shipping
Minnesota Car Shipping Guide

Minnesota Car Shipping Services | RoadRunner Auto Transport

Welcome to RoadRunner Auto Transport, your premier choice for all things related to Minnesota car shipping. Whether you're relocating your vehicle or shipping a car you've just purchased, we offer a hassle-free, reliable service to help you get your car to or from Minnesota.

Minnesota Car Shipping Services

Minnesota state to state car shipping is a nuanced process, involving cooperation and coordination. Ensuring an efficient, hassle-free, and reliable Minnesota car shipping process needs expertise and knowledge. But, RoadRunner Auto Transport makes it easy for you.

Auto transport service the easy way to or from Minnesota

Shipping a car to or from Minnesota is easy with RoadRunner Auto Transport. Our team handles the entire auto shipping process for you, ensuring your vehicle arrives safely and on time. Trust us for quick, reliable Minnesota vehicle transportation.

Top Rated Minnesota Car Shipping Experts

Trust RoadRunner Auto Transport to provide exceptional Minnesota car shipping services. Our knowledgeable staff will guide you through the shipping process smoothly. We receive consistently great reviews for:

  • Responsiveness: Fast replies to all inquiries and excellent customer service throughout the process.
  • Reliability: With an on-time pickup and delivery rate over 98%, your car will arrive as promised.
  • Careful handling: Our pro drivers are trained in cautious loading/unloading and safe transit.
  • Affordable pricing: Competitive rates with discounts for students, military, and seniors.

Whether your vehicle is shipping to/from Minneapolis, St. Paul, Rochester, or anywhere in Minnesota, we've got you covered.

Minnesota Car Shipping Cost & Time To Ship Your Car Location Examples

How does Minnesota auto shipping work?

Shipping your car through RoadRunner Auto Transport follows a simple process:

  1. Get an instant quote online or by calling us. Provide vehicle details and locations.
  2. Schedule your ideal transport date(s). We'll confirm driver details and timeframe.
  3. Prepare your car for pickup - remove items, check fluids, disable alarm.
  4. Driver will arrive on time, inspect your car, load it securely and transport it.
  5. Track status updates until safe delivery. Inspect and sign paperwork when it arrives.

We handle all shipping services while you relax!

Minnesota Car Transportation Companies Near Me

RoadRunner Auto Transport partners with quality car haulers across Minnesota, so there's likely a driver with truck space near your pickup and delivery locations. Our network includes independent contractors and large auto transport companies, providing statewide coverage.

That means we can easily ship vehicles to popular destinations like:

  • Minneapolis: We transport many cars to/from the Twin Cities metro area.
  • St. Paul: The state capital also accounts for a large portion of our Minnesota shipments.
  • Rochester: We serve major cities as well as rural routes.
  • Duluth: Located up north, we cover Duluth shipping needs regularly.
  • Bloomington: No matter if it's Bloomington or a small town, we have nearby drivers.

Enter your locations on our website to get an instant quote showing carriers in your area.

Types of Car Shipping Services in Minnesota

Wondering about open vs. enclosed car shipping or terminal-to-terminal vs. door-to-door car shpping? RoadRunner Auto Transport offers various auto shipping options:

Open Car Transport

Open transport car shipping is the most affordable option, with vehicles loaded on open carrier trucks and securely transported.

Enclosed Car Transport

For added protection from weather/debris, enclosed car shipping trailers surround vehicles. Ideal for exotic, classic, luxury cars.

Expedited Car Transport

When you need a car shipped faster than standard times, we arrange expedited door-to-door service.

Whether it's car shipping terminal to terminal or door-to door, our specialists help select the right Mississippi shipping service for your needs.

How to Save on Car Shipping in Minnesota?

Tips For Minnesota Car Shipping Services

Use these tips from RoadRunner Auto Transport to lower your Minnesota car shipping costs:

  • Book during the slower winter months when demand is lower.
  • Remain flexible on exact pickup/delivery dates.
  • Opt for open transport rather than enclosed.
  • Take advantage of available discounts like our military pricing.
  • Compare free instant quotes from multiple companies.
  • Use our online calculator to explore cost factors.

Being flexible on timing and comparing quotes are great ways to save money shipping your car to/from Minnesota.

How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Minnesota Car Transportation

Properly preparing your car ensures it's ready for pickup and protected during shipping. Follow these tips:

  • Remove all personal items and valuables from the car. Follow these guidelines if you're interested in shipping your car with stuff inside.
  • Check fluid levels and tire pressure, filling anything low.
  • Disable alarm systems so they don't go off during transit.
  • Take photos documenting any existing exterior damage.
  • Provide both sets of keys needed for ignition and doors.
  • Lift lowered suspensions if needed for loading/unloading.

Taking these steps will get your car inspection-ready for the driver.

Receiving Your Vehicle in Minnesota

Once our carrier arrives to deliver your car, follow these final tips:

Inspection for New Damage

  • Do a thorough inspection, looking for any new dings, dents or scratches.
  • Note any damage on the bill of lading before signing it.

Checking for Missing Accessories or Belongings

  • Confirm all accessories/parts included are present.
  • Check interior and trunk for any personal items.

Signing Delivery Paperwork

  • Review the bill of lading, verifying all details are correct.
  • Sign the paperwork when satisfied and obtain a copy for your records.

RoadRunner Auto Transport Reviews

See why RoadRunner Auto Transport earns rave reviews for Minnesota car shipping:

  • "I've used RoadRunner to ship antique cars to/from Minnesota for years. They handle my vehicles with care." - James, Minneapolis
  • "RoadRunner shipped my daughter's car from Minnesota to California for her move. Reliable service."- Sarah, St. Paul
  • "I trust RoadRunner Auto Transport to handle all my exotic car deliveries in Minnesota. Always flawless work." - Alex, Rochester
  • "RoadRunner arranged fast shipping of my vehicle from Minnesota to Florida. Affordable and stress-free." - Brian, Bloomington
  • These are just a few of the many glowing testimonials we receive from Minnesota customers. You can find more reviews on our website.

The Trusted Minnesota Car Shipping Company

For over 15 years, RoadRunner Auto Transport has been Minnesota's trusted choice for car shipping services. Our experience makes the process fast, affordable and hassle-free. Count on our nationwide transportation network to ship your vehicle door-to-door stress-free. Get your free no-obligation Minnesota car shipping quote online now or call one of our experts.

Minnesota Auto Transport Resources

New to shipping a car in Minnesota? These resources provide helpful info:

Known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, Minnesota is located in the Midwest of the United States. It has a noteworthy arts scene, 10 major professional sports teams, and an abundance of scenic natural beauty. RoadRunner Auto Transport is proud to ship vehicles to and from this vibrant state.

Still Have Questions About Shipping a Car?

How It Works

Our streamlined process for Minnesota car shipping ensures a smooth experience from start to finish:

  • Get a free instant quote online or by phone in minutes
  • Book your shipment easily on our website or by calling our experts
  • We match your vehicle details and locations with drivers going your way
  • Driver performs a pre-shipment inspection and loads your car securely
  • Real-time shipment tracking keeps you updated during transit
  • Upon delivery, you inspect your car and sign paperwork
  • We handle claims quickly if any damage occurred

With RoadRunner Auto Transport, shipping a car to or from Minnesota is simple and stress-free!

Our Advantage

What makes us the top choice for Minnesota auto transport?

  • 15+ years of experience shipping to/from Minnesota
  • Highly-rated reputation with customer satisfaction guarantee
  • Large network of screened, reliable carriers across Minnesota
  • Real-time GPS tracking on every auto shipment
  • No hidden fees - price quote is all-inclusive
  • Excellent customer service available 24/7
  • 5-star safety record for careful, damage-free car shipping

Trust the Minnesota car shipping experts at RoadRunner Auto Transport with your valuable vehicle.

Transport Services

We provide a variety of car shipping services to meet your specific needs:

  • Open auto transport: The most affordable way to ship your vehicle
  • Enclosed shipping: Added protection for exotic, vintage, luxury cars
  • Expedited delivery: For faster-than-normal transport times
  • Door-to-door service: Pickup and delivery directly from your locations
  • Motorcycle transport: Special equipment to safely haul your bike
  • Seasonal vehicle shipping: Transport your RV, boat, ATV or snowmobile
  • Inoperable vehicle transport: We can haul non-running vehicles

Choose from these shipping options for the best Minnesota car transport solution!

Minnesota Car Shipping Locations

Where Does RoadRunner Auto Transport Offer Car Shipping Services in Minnesota?

We ship vehicles to/from major Minnesota cities including:

  • Minneapolis
  • St. Paul
  • Rochester
  • Duluth
  • Bloomington
  • Brooklyn Park
  • Plymouth
  • Woodbury
  • Maple Grove
  • Eagan

And all points in between! Enter your pickup and delivery locations on our website to get an instant free quote.

Trust RoadRunner Auto Transport for reliable, quality car shipping services across Minnesota. Contact us today to get started.

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I couldn't wait to provide a stunning review for Peter and RoadRunner Auto Transport following an overall great experience and such amazing service!! The transport of my new (used) purple Scion to me in Florida from Minnesota was smooth and flawless, and Peter, the driver, was very pleasant, communicated accurate time frames the day of delivery, and efficiently coordinated my receipt of the vehicle.
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