Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Nouakchott to Seattle, Washington

Driving is usually cheaper for shorter distances (under 500 miles), but for long cross-country moves (over 1,000 miles), shipping can become comparable or even cheaper when factoring in your time, food, lodging, and significant vehicle wear-and-tear, making driving less cost-effective despite lower upfront gas costs. The decision balances direct fuel savings against the hidden costs and time commitment of a long drive, with shipping offering convenience and preserving your car's mileage and condition.

It's often cheaper to ship a car by train, especially for long distances on specific routes like Amtrak's Auto Train (DC to Florida), offering enclosed protection for potentially less than an open truck carrier; however, for general cross-country moves not on Amtrak routes, truck (open carrier) is usually the most economical, though trains offer better protection and environmental benefits if available.

To estimate car shipping costs, use online calculators, factoring in distance, vehicle size/type, transport method (open is cheaper than enclosed), and season/urgency, with longer distances lowering the per-mile rate but increasing total cost, and expect costs from around $0.60/mile for long hauls to $2.00+/mile for short ones, plus potential extra fees for inoperable cars or peak seasons.