Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Shanghai to Boise, Idaho

Shipping a car from China to the US costs roughly $2,500 to $6,000+ for ocean freight (RORO or container), but expect significant extra fees like duties (2.5% to 80%), taxes, insurance, and port charges, potentially doubling or tripling the initial freight cost, with air freight starting much higher at $13,000+. Costs depend on the car's size, shipping method (RORO is cheaper), container use, and current fuel/trade conditions, with regulatory compliance for US roads being a major hurdle.

Budget: The shorter the distance, the more cost-effective it is to drive instead of ship your car. Regardless of the total distance, look at your total moving budget and how much you can afford to spend on car shipping services compared to a cross-country drive.

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.