Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Dallas, Texas to Cancun

Generally, shipping a car to Mexico costs between $1,200 and $1,700 on average. In addition to the shipping quote, you will probably need to pay import taxes and fees. Depending on factors such as the type of vehicle, distance, and shipping methods, the total shipping costs can sometimes reach up to $3,000.

In order to bring a foreign vehicle into Mexico, it is necessary to obtain a temporary import permit. The validity of this permit will correspond to the foreigner's authorized length of stay, and can be processed: By internet at the Banjército website from 60 to 7 days prior to entering Mexican territory.

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.