Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Tokyo to Fort Worth, Texas

Collection to port (JP): $200–$500. U.S. delivery: Typically $800–$1,200 (distance/equipment dependent). State registration/taxes: Registration $100–$800 plus state/local sales tax ; kei cars and RHD may face state-specific rules. Transport coverage: International coverage typically 0.5–2% of vehicle value.

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.

Driving is usually cheaper for shorter distances, but for long cross-country moves, the cost difference shrinks, and shipping often becomes more cost-effective when factoring in gas, food, lodging, wear-and-tear, and time, making it worth paying a carrier to avoid the hassle and expense of a long solo trip, though driving saves on carrier fees but adds travel time and costs.