Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Chicago, Illinois to Madrid

Shipping a car from the USA to Spain generally costs between $1,000 and $3,800+, depending heavily on the vehicle's size, chosen shipping method ( RORO being cheaper, container more secure), your US departure port, and the Spanish destination (like Barcelona or Valencia), with container consolidation often saving costs, but remember to budget for additional Spanish destination fees (customs, port fees, taxes) not included in the base quote. Expect transit times of 3-6 weeks.

Budget: The shorter the distance, the more cost-effective it is to drive instead of ship your car. Regardless of the total distance, look at your total moving budget and how much you can afford to spend on car shipping services compared to a cross-country drive.

If you're importing a car into Spain for a temporary amount of time, it can be done without having to pay taxes and duties for a period no longer than 6 months. After those six months, you'll be required to either export the vehicle or pay the required taxes and duties if you plan to apply for permanent residency.