Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Cairo to Sioux Falls, South Dakota

It's usually cheaper to drive for shorter distances, but for long cross-country moves, shipping can become competitive or even cheaper when you factor in the "hidden" costs of driving (gas, hotels, food, wear-and-tear) versus the upfront shipping fee, especially if you're moving with others or have an unreliable car.

Shipping a car by train is generally cheaper, especially for long distances (500+ miles), due to higher capacity and lower cost-per-mile, but trucks offer door-to-door convenience, while trains require drop-off/pickup at terminals, adding costs and time, making trucks better for flexibility and short hauls, and trains better for budget and long cross-country trips.

To estimate car shipping costs, use online calculators from multiple transport companies, factoring in distance (longer is cheaper per mile), vehicle details (size, weight, running condition), transport type (open is cheaper than enclosed), route (major interstates are better), and seasonality (summer/holidays cost more). Expect costs to range roughly from $0.50 to $2.00 per mile, with shorter trips at the higher end and cross-country at the lower, but always compare detailed quotes for accuracy.