Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Tokyo to Colorado Springs, Colorado

Shipping a car from Japan to the USA generally costs $1,500 to $3,000+ for ocean freight, but the total landed cost, including duties, fees, and transport, often ranges from $4,000 to $10,000+, depending heavily on the vehicle, chosen shipping method ( Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) vs. container ), and destination port. Expect additional costs for customs, port fees, and potential compliance, plus recent tariffs adding to duties.

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.

As your car enters the port warehouse, the vehicle is prepped for shipment. Then as the ship leaves the port, you will receive a Bill of Lading and notification with the ETA. How long does it take to import a car from Japan to the USA? Shipping a car from Japan will take on average 8-10 weeks.