Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from NDjamena to Lyon

The average price to ship a car from USA to France ranges from $1150 to $2850, and the duties to import a car to France from the United States are 11% duty + 20% VAT of the value of the vehicle + $1500 for local charges in France.

Driving is usually cheaper for shorter distances, but for long cross-country moves, the cost difference shrinks, and shipping can become comparable or even cheaper once you factor in gas, lodging, food, wear-and-tear, and your time, making the decision depend on distance, vehicle, your schedule, and budget. Driving saves money on carrier fees but adds wear on your car, while shipping costs more upfront but saves time, fuel, and stress.

The average cost to transport a vehicle is $400 to $1,500, with shorter trips costing $400-$800 and cross-country moves $1,200-$1,500+, depending heavily on distance, open vs. enclosed transport, vehicle size, and demand. Expect open carriers to be cheaper, while enclosed carriers cost 30-50% more for premium protection, with longer distances lowering the per-mile rate but increasing total cost.