Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Cincinnati, Ohio to Vienna

The average cost to ship a car from the US to Germany is between $900 and $1300 plus applicable duty fees and taxes. Any car less than 30 years old will be subject to a 10% import duty and a 19% value-added tax (VAT) upon arrival in Germany, though these may be waived at the discretion of the customs official.

The average cost to transport a vehicle generally ranges from $400 to over $2,000, heavily depending on distance, with short trips costing less ($400-$800) and cross-country journeys upwards of $1,200-$2,000; open transport is cheaper ($0.50-$1.00/mile) while enclosed transport (for classic/luxury cars) adds 30-50% more, with factors like vehicle size, condition (running vs. inoperable), and seasonality also influencing the final price.

The cheapest way to ship a car in the USA is by using open car transport, where your vehicle is exposed to the elements on a multi-car carrier, saving hundreds over enclosed shipping, plus booking in advance, choosing flexible pickup/delivery, and considering terminal-to-terminal service for the best rates. Driving it yourself is an alternative for shorter moves but adds gas/lodging costs; towing it behind a moving truck is also an option if you're already renting one.