Shipping Cost from Cotonou to Johannesburg

The cheapest way to ship a car internationally is generally Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO), where cars drive onto and off the ship, costing around $900-$2,500+ depending on destination, as it avoids packaging and crane costs. For more protection, Shared Container shipping (grouping cars) is the next cheapest, while booking through platforms like Shiply or using companies with price matching, like SGT Auto Transport or Sherpa, can also find competitive rates.

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.

For the cheapest car shipping, look at companies like Ship A Car Direct, known for low per-mile rates, and consider platforms like uShip or Shiply for comparing quotes from many providers, as prices vary but open transport is always cheapest, with AmeriFreight, American Auto Shipping, and Montway frequently cited for good value. Always get multiple free quotes, as "cheapest" depends on your specific route, timing, and vehicle type, but remember open transport is the budget-friendly standard.