Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Chisinau to Kansas City, Missouri

Shipping a car from Europe to the USA typically costs $1,200 to $3,500, depending on origin country, U.S. port, vehicle size, and shipping method. Roll-on roll-off is the most affordable, while container shipping costs more for added protection. Customs fees, port handling, and inland U.S. delivery also affect totals.

Driving is usually cheaper for shorter distances, but shipping can become comparable or even better for very long trips when factoring in hidden driving costs like hotels, food, tolls, and significant wear & tear/depreciation, especially if you value your time or have an unreliable car. The cost-benefit ratio shifts with distance, so compare actual quotes for shipping versus estimated expenses for gas, lodging, tolls, food, and lost time/value if driving yourself.

Shipping a car by train is generally cheaper and more eco-friendly, especially for long distances on specific routes (like Amtrak's VA-FL Auto Train), but trucks offer nationwide coverage, faster service, door-to-door convenience, and are often the only option for most cross-country routes, balancing cost with flexibility. For most situations, trucks win on convenience, but trains are the cost-saver if you fit their limited routes and schedules, according to Ship a Car Direct and AmeriFreight Auto Transport.