Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Chicago, Illinois to Hagerstown, Maryland

Cost of Shipping a Car from Illinois to Maryland Car shipping from Illinois to Maryland — a 787-mile trip — generally costs $773 to $1,127. Factors like distance, timing, and fuel all influence the quote. See our pricing resource for details. To get the best price, try to book in advance and compare multiple quotes.

Driving is usually cheaper for shorter distances (under 500 miles), but for long cross-country moves (over 1,000 miles), shipping can become comparable or even cheaper when factoring in gas, food, lodging, and wear-and-tear on your vehicle, making driving better for short trips and shipping often better for long, busy, or difficult trips. The decision balances cost, time, and convenience, as shipping saves you time and adds miles/wear, while driving costs less upfront but adds stress and expenses.

It will take approximately one to six days to ship your car the 703 miles from Chicago to Baltimore. If you need it quicker, ask your shipper about expedited delivery.