Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from San Salvador to La Paz

Driving costs include food, lodging, and fuel for one person. Like we said earlier, the cost to ship a car is almost always higher than the cost of driving that car the same distance. Even when you factor in additional costs like hotels, gas, and food, driving is still cheaper.

Shipping a car to El Salvador generally costs $1,000 to over $6,000, depending heavily on your starting point (US East Coast is pricier), method (RORO vs. Container), and vehicle size, with common ranges around $3,000-$4,000 for container shipping from some US ports, but be prepared for additional significant costs for customs duties (1-30% of value + 13% VAT) and local fees.

On average, it costs between $500 and $1,700 to transport a car in the United States. The total depends mostly on the distance. Short trips under 500 miles usually fall in the $400–$800 range, while cross-country moves can reach $1,100 or more.