Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Waukegan, Illinois to Mumbai

Shipping a car 3000 miles typically costs between $1,200 to over $2,000+ for standard open transport, with enclosed options costing significantly more, depending heavily on seasonality, demand, driver availability, your vehicle's size, and the specific routes, averaging around $0.35 - $0.55 per mile for long distances. Expect prices to fluctuate, with winter often being cheaper and summer peak times more expensive.

From the U.S., it usually costs from $2,200 to $5,600 to haul a vehicle to India. Most cars transported to the area come by way of a shipping container, which can accommodate most standard rides. For larger motors that do not fit in a container, the costs are generally higher.

It's usually cheaper to drive your car than to ship it, especially for shorter distances, as driving costs primarily involve fuel, while shipping adds significant professional fees and potentially higher insurance for the carrier. However, driving incurs hidden costs like wear-and-tear, depreciation, tolls, and your time, so for very long distances or if your car is unreliable, shipping might be worth the extra expense for convenience and safety, with costs varying greatly by distance, carrier, and vehicle type.