Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Chattanooga, Tennessee to Mumbai

Yes, an NRI can import a car to India under certain conditions. The car must be new or used (not older than three years) and comply with Indian regulations. Import duties and homologation requirements apply before registration with the RTO.

Shipping a car 3000 miles typically costs $1,200 to over $2,000, varying widely by carrier, time of year, and transport type, with open transport being cheaper ($1,250-$1,800) than enclosed ($1,600-$2,000+), but always get specific quotes as prices decrease per mile for longer hauls.

Driving is usually cheaper for shorter distances, but for long cross-country moves, the cost difference shrinks, and shipping often becomes more cost-effective when factoring in gas, food, lodging, wear-and-tear, and time, making it worth paying a carrier to avoid the hassle and expense of a long solo trip, though driving saves on carrier fees but adds travel time and costs.