Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Yokohama

The typical cost to ship a car from the USA to Japan ranges from $1,500 to $3,500 per vehicle, depending on the shipping method (container, RoRo, or air), vehicle size, and departure port. This is the base car-shipping-to-Japan cost before export and import fees.

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.

Shipping a car 3000 miles typically costs $1,200 to over $2,000, varying widely by carrier, time of year, and transport type, with open transport being cheaper ($1,250-$1,800) than enclosed ($1,600-$2,000+), but always get specific quotes as prices decrease per mile for longer hauls.