Motorcycle Shipping

The cheapest way to ship a motorcycle involves self-transport (truck/trailer rental) for short distances or using open transport carrier for longer hauls, especially terminal-to-terminal, while being flexible with dates and booking through platforms like uShip.com to compare quotes from companies like AmeriFreight, Sherpa Auto Transport, or Montway Auto Transport. For extremely budget-conscious cross-country moves where your bike runs, driving it yourself (or having someone drive it) can be cheapest, but using a transport service with open transport (like a truck with a few bikes) is the most common inexpensive method for professionals, costing roughly $300-$600+ for cross-country trips.

Shipping a motorcycle generally starts at around $300 for shorter distances. For longer trips, the cost ranges from $400 to $800 for 1,000 miles and can go up to $1,100 for coast-to-coast shipments. Costs vary based on distance, motorcycle type, and shipping method.

Motorcycle shipping prices are mainly affected by distance, route popularity, bike weight, delivery method, and time of year. Enclosed transport offers better protection but costs more than open carriers. Cross-country routes typically range between $500–$1,000, while shorter hauls average $200–$500.

UPS bike shipping costs vary widely, from around $60 to over $200+ for domestic ground, depending heavily on distance, box size, weight, and if you use a service like BikeFlights vs. direct UPS, with cross-country trips often costing $100-$250+, while expedited options and international shipping cost much more. Expect $130-$280+ for standard UPS ground for long distances, but specialized services ( BikeFlights, ShipBikes ) using UPS often provide better rates ($60-$120+) by optimizing dimensions.