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Texas to Illinois Car Shipping
Ship your car from Texas to Illinois in 2–5 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 Texas to Illinois?
As of September 2026, the average cost to ship a car from Texas to Illinois is about $746, with shipments typically running $450–$1,400 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 1,050 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.
Texas to Illinois Car Shipping Pricing & Time to Ship Your Car Examples
| From Texas to Illinois | Distance | Open Transport | Enclosed | Transit Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TXChicago, ILMost Popular | 1,095 mi | $500–$800 | $750–$1,200 | 3–5 days | Get Quote |
| Dallas, TXRockford, IL | 919 mi | $475–$775 | $725–$1,175 | 2–4 days | Get Quote |
| San Antonio, TXJoliet, IL | 1,159 mi | $550–$875 | $825–$1,325 | 3–5 days | Get Quote |
| Austin, TXAurora, IL | 1,097 mi | $525–$850 | $800–$1,275 | 3–5 days | Get Quote |
| Fort Worth, TXSpringfield, IL | 752 mi | $450–$725 | $675–$1,075 | 2–4 days | Get Quote |
| El Paso, TXNaperville, IL | 1,498 mi | $775–$1,225 | $1,150–$1,825 | 3–5 days | Get Quote |
| Arlington, TXPeoria, IL | 818 mi | $450–$750 | $700–$1,125 | 2–4 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."I recently relocated from Los Angeles, CA to Dallas, TX. I found RoadRunner from Google and received excellent services from the quote to the service of picking my car and transporting across country."
California to Texas
May 2026
"Communication was good! My car got shipped from New Jersey to Dallas Texas within 3 days so delivery was quick as well. Carrier was also friendly!"
New Jersey to Texas
January 2026
"A pickup was scheduled just 2 days from when I called and delivered from Dallas to CA in just 2 days. Driver was great and also very good value. Have used RoadRunner on 2 occasions and both very good."
Texas to California
January 2026
"Genuine experience: I had my suv shipped from Atlanta to Chicago - 11 Hours - the guy was on time and picked up the car 40 minute earlier than the time they said. I filled out a quote online on the website - they called and confirmed the order and assigned a driver."
Georgia to Illinois
October 2025
Open or Enclosed Transport for Texas to Illinois?
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 Texas to Illinois Route
RoadRunner auto transport carriers run the Texas to Illinois corridor with open and enclosed equipment, door to door on both ends.
Texas to Illinois 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 Texas to Illinois 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 Texas to Illinois 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 Illinois
Your vehicle runs the corridor, trackable in real time, arriving 2–5 days after pickup.
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Illinois 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 TX to IL PriceShipping from the State of Texas
RoadRunner picks up vehicles across Texas every week, from Houston and San Antonio to Dallas, Austin, 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 Illinois
We deliver to every major Illinois metro, from Chicago and Aurora to Rockford and Joliet, 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 Texas to Illinois
When it comes to Texas to Illinois car shipping, RoadRunner Auto Transport makes the process incredibly easy. This is due to a variety of factors regarding both states that make the shipping process efficient.
First and foremost, Texas and Illinois are both major hubs for transportation. Texas has a fantastic network of highways and interstates, including Interstate 35, which is one of the busiest highways in the country. Illinois, on the other hand, has the third-largest interstate highway system in the United States. This means that there are a lot of trucks and carriers that move through these states daily, making it easy for RoadRunner Auto Transport to find a carrier that can transport a car from Texas to Illinois.
Additionally, RoadRunner Auto Transport moves thousands of shipments along this route each year, so they've had plenty of experience in handling Texas to Illinois car shipping. They maintain a network of over 30,000+ carriers nationwide that service this route, ensuring that they can always find a carrier that meets the specific needs of their customers.
Overall, RoadRunner Auto Transport makes shipping a car from Texas to Illinois easy due to the efficient transportation networks in both states and their extensive carrier network. Customers can trust that their car will be in good hands with RoadRunner Auto Transport.
Shipping a Car from Texas, Made Simple
See how RoadRunner moves vehicles out of Texas: instant pricing, door-to-door pickup, and real-time tracking the whole way to Illinois.
- Door-to-door pickup across Texas
- 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 Texas to Illinois Car Shipping Experts
RoadRunner Auto Transport has run the Texas to Illinois 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.
Does Your Shipment Need a Specialized Service?
Most TX to IL 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.
Illinois to Texas Car Shipping
Shipping the other way? RoadRunner runs the Illinois to Texas corridor year-round — same door-to-door service, same carrier network.
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The driver from Roolis Transport Inc. (Sub contractor to RoadRunner Auto Transport) provided above and beyond professional service. He communicated his timeline for pickup and estimated delivery date. He also contacted me via telephone to ensure that we are aware of his location and the adjustment to his timeline. He made the transportation of our Moms vehicle from Chicago, Il to San Antonio, TX a flawless process.
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