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Rhode Island to Maine Car Shipping
Ship your car from Rhode Island to Maine in 1–3 days—your price appears on screen in seconds, not in a callback.
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How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car from Rhode Island to Maine?
As of October 2026, the average cost to ship a car from Rhode Island to Maine is about $527, with shipments typically running $300–$950 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 180 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.
Rhode Island to Maine Car Shipping Pricing & Time to Ship Your Car Examples
| From Rhode Island to Maine | Distance | Open Transport | Enclosed | Transit Time | |
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| Providence, RIPortland, MEMost Popular | 157 mi | $350–$575 | $525–$850 | 1–3 days | Get Quote |
| Warwick, RIBangor, ME | 295 mi | $500–$800 | $750–$1,200 | 1–3 days | Get Quote |
| Cranston, RISouth Portland, ME | 159 mi | $350–$575 | $525–$875 | 1–3 days | Get Quote |
| Pawtucket, RILewiston, ME | 183 mi | $375–$600 | $550–$900 | 1–3 days | Get Quote |
| East Providence, RIAuburn, ME | 184 mi | $375–$600 | $550–$900 | 1–3 days | Get Quote |
| Woonsocket, RISanford, ME | 132 mi | $325–$550 | $500–$800 | 1–3 days | Get Quote |
| Newport, RIBiddeford, ME | 161 mi | $350–$575 | $525–$850 | 1–3 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 auto transport rate.
Licensed & bonded (DOT/MC). Every carrier is verified with active cargo insurance before accepting your shipment."Road Runner is a great service, excellent pricing, great drivers and fast service. They also have great communication. I ship a lot of vehicles and things happen. Road Runner is only a call away and have always solved any issues."
Rhode Island
June 2026
"Efficient, easy to book online, courteous service throughout the experience. Driver was exceptionally kind and considerate, which we appreciated as we are older, retired folks. Looking forward to future trips."
Maine
April 2025
"It was excellent. communication throughout was ongoing, timely and reassuring. The driver we happened to get had a second driver with him so he was able to pick up our car at our summer home in Maine and drive it right to our driveway in Fl. I recommend them highly."
Maine
October 2024
"Super easy to request a quote for enclosed transportation. Received phone call 3 days before planned pick up to confirm details. The final price was a bit more than originally quoted, but I was not a huge difference, so I was OK with it."
South Carolina to Rhode Island
July 2023
Open or Enclosed Transport for Rhode Island to Maine?
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.
The Rhode Island to Maine Route
RoadRunner auto transport carriers run the Rhode Island to Maine corridor with open and enclosed equipment, door to door on both ends.
Rhode Island to Maine 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 Rhode Island to Maine corridor
Early Summer
The national moving season firms up demand and pricing modestly.
Late Summer & Fall
The quietest stretch of the year on this corridor: the easiest carrier space and the friendliest pricing.
Holidays
A brief holiday-season bump in demand, then a quiet start to the year.
Late Winter & Spring
Steady demand building gently toward the moving season; standard booking windows apply.
How Long Does Rhode Island to Maine Car Shipping Take?
Transit begins at pickup, not booking. Plan on 1–3 extra days for carrier dispatch, more in peak season.
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Request your quote
Enter your ZIP codes, vehicle details, and preferred dates. Your price appears on screen right away.
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Book the lane
Reserve your pickup window, 7–14 days ahead is the sweet spot. No upfront deposit.
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Carrier dispatch
We match your shipment with a vetted carrier and coordinate pickup, typically within 1–3 days.
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Transit to Maine
Your vehicle runs the corridor, trackable in real time, arriving 1–3 days after pickup.
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Maine delivery
The driver calls ahead to confirm timing and access, then you inspect your vehicle together and sign at delivery.
Booking 7–14 days ahead gets the best rates on this corridor. Flexible pickup windows price lower than fixed dates.
See Your RI to ME PriceShipping from the State of Rhode Island
RoadRunner picks up vehicles across Rhode Island every week, from Providence and Warwick to Cranston, Paktucket, 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.
Shipping to the State of Maine
We deliver to every major Maine metro, from Portland and Lewiston to Bangor and West Scarborough, 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.
Ship a car from Rhode Island to Maine
Rhode Island to Maine car shipping is made easy due to several unique factors that are conducive to efficient transportation. For starters, both Rhode Island and Maine are located on the East Coast of the United States, which has a well-established infrastructure of highways and interstates that connect the entire region. This means that RoadRunner Auto Transport and its network of carriers can quickly and easily transport cars between these two states without having to worry about difficult terrain or the need for extensive detours.
Additionally, both Rhode Island and Maine are relatively small states in terms of land area, which means that transport times are generally shorter compared to some other regions in the country. Rhode Island is the smallest state in the US, and Maine is not much larger, which means that RoadRunner Auto Transport's drivers can spend less time driving on the road and more time focused on making sure that their shipments arrive at their destination on time and in good condition.
Lastly, RoadRunner Auto Transport moves thousands of shipments along this route each year in order to service the needs of customers who are relocating, buying or selling cars, or who may be moving to or from these two states for other reasons. The company's extensive network of carriers, which includes more than 30,000+ carriers nationwide, ensures that customers who need Rhode Island to Maine car shipping can get the service they need from a reliable, trustworthy provider that has a proven track record of success in the auto transport industry.
Nationwide Car Shipping, Made Simple
See how RoadRunner ships cars nationwide: instant pricing, door-to-door service, and real-time tracking from Rhode Island to Maine.
- Door-to-door pickup across Rhode Island
- Open and enclosed auto transport on this corridor
- No upfront deposit
Before the carrier arrives
Three things to handle between booking and pickup day. They take an hour in total and make both handoffs smooth.
Schedule in advance
Book 7–14 days ahead for the best rates, and 2–3 weeks during peak season, when carrier space is tightest.
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.
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.
RoadRunner Auto Transport: The Rhode Island to Maine Car Shipping Experts
RoadRunner Auto Transport ships cars on the Rhode Island to Maine corridor. 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.
Does Your Shipment Need a Specialized Service?
Most RI to ME vehicles ride standard open auto transport, but this corridor carries everything. If yours fits one of these, the dedicated service is the better starting point.
Maine to Rhode Island Car Shipping
Shipping the other way? RoadRunner runs the Maine to Rhode Island corridor year-round — same door-to-door service, same carrier network.
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I used RoadRunner Auto Transport to ship my 2016 Honda CR-V from Maine to Maryland to our mechanic and had a great experience. Communication was clear, pickup and delivery were smooth, and my vehicle arrived in excellent condition. The driver and the RoadRunner team were professional and kept me informed throughout. I would definitely use RoadRunner again.
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