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Car Transport Cost Calculator

Get a realistic guide price for moving a car, van or light vehicle across the UK. This is an estimate only, based around typical booked vehicle movements, but it helps you understand what affects the cost before you request live quotes.

Guide price, not a fixed quote £120 - £2,000+

Typical customer prices can change quickly based on route, condition and urgency. Roadworthy vehicles may also receive cheaper driven or trade plate quotes. Price estimations are sampled on live historical market data.

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Calculate a car delivery guide price

Enter the approximate mileage and job details. For a confirmed price, post the job and compare quotes from independent transporters.

How prices work

Why car transport costs vary

A simple mileage figure never tells the full story. Car movers look at the collection and delivery route, vehicle size, whether it starts and drives, loading access, timing and whether the job can fit into an existing route.

A roadworthy car with flexible timing may receive lower quotes, especially where a trade plate driver can drive the vehicle. A non-runner, damaged vehicle, low sports car, no-key vehicle or urgent collection usually needs more equipment and planning.

Exact postcodes help transporters price properly. Non-runners usually need recovery or loading equipment. Trade plate drivers can be cheaper for roadworthy cars. Flexible dates can help reduce the final quote.

Typical guide ranges

Under 50 miles£120 - £250
50 - 100 miles£200 - £380
100 - 150 miles£300 - £450
150 - 200 milesCommon for regional collection, auction moves and dealer-to-customer delivery.£350 - £550
200 - 300 milesOften works cheaper per mile when a transporter can plan the route properly.£400 - £750
300+ miles£560 - £2,000+

These are guide bands only. Real quotes can be higher or lower depending on transporter availability and the exact job.

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Built from real marketplace data

Priced from Historics

The calculator is not built around guesswork or old-fashioned mileage tables. We use accepted job data from DeliverMyMotor, including average pricing patterns from the last 5,000 accepted jobs on the platform, then allow for real-world differences such as route, vehicle condition, urgency and whether the vehicle can be driven.

This gives customers a sensible starting point before they request live quotes. The best price still comes from posting the job, because transporters can price around their route, empty space, equipment and availability.

5,000accepted jobs reviewed Routepostcode-to-postcode pricing Livequotes beat fixed estimates
Live marketplace examples

Recently accepted vehicle transport jobs

These recent accepted jobs help show how real routes and vehicles can vary. Displayed prices include the customer booking fee so the examples are closer to what customers see.

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project
Suzuki jimny

Distance : 80 Miles

Booked Price : £202

Collection : Haslemere GU27 2QH, UK
Delivery : Liddington, Swindon SN4 0HB, UK
project
Renault Clio 197

Distance : 150 Miles

Booked Price : £302

Collection : WA5 3TW, Warrington, United Kingdom
Delivery : GL13 9HJ Acton Lane, Berkeley, United Kingdom
project
DL67HKO

Distance : 91 Miles

Booked Price : £183

Collection : ANM Group Ltd, Thainstone Roundabout, Inverurie AB51 5XZ, UK
Delivery : Morvich Way, Inverness IV2 4PJ, UK
project
Volkswagon Transporter Flatbed

Distance : 217 Miles

Booked Price : £428

Collection : Barnsley S71 3HU, UK
Delivery : Farley, Salisbury SP5 1AX, UK
project
Classic Tr8

Distance : 99 Miles

Booked Price : £202

Collection : Marquis Hill, Shillington, Hitchin SG5 3HD, UK
Delivery : Wv4 5pz
project
Peugeot rifter manual

Distance : 429 Miles

Booked Price : £252

Collection : B32 4AT Frankley Green Lane, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Delivery : AB24 5AN King Street, Aberdeen, United Kingdom
project
Subaru BRZ

Distance : 77 Miles

Booked Price : £202

Collection : Tuning Developments, Tuning Developments, Chapel Lane, Chester CH1 6EZ, UK
Delivery : Jaunty Mount, Sheffield S12 3DR, UK
project
Mini cooper s

Distance : 69 Miles

Booked Price : £156

Collection : BS3 5RU Vale Lane, Bristol, United Kingdom
Delivery : LD3 7PP
project
vauxhall astra

Distance : 144 Miles

Booked Price : £252

Collection : ch65fz
Delivery : sa65 9dz
project
1976 Alfa romeo spider

Distance : 180 Miles

Booked Price : £353

Collection : WA7 1TA, Runcorn, United Kingdom
Delivery : HP4 2PP Ivy House Lane, Berkhamsted, United Kingdom
project
Renault kadjar

Distance : 124 Miles

Booked Price : £240

Collection : SP7 8PL Longmead, Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
Delivery : Rh118ub
project
Audi

Distance : 294 Miles

Booked Price : £365

Collection : Pindar Road, Hoddesdon, UK
Delivery : Caslin Way, Carlisle, UK
project
Jeep Wrangler

Distance : 228 Miles

Booked Price : £630

Collection : LE4 1AW
Delivery : Gallow Law, Alwinton, Morpeth NE65 7BQ, UK
project
Mazda MX-5

Distance : 136 Miles

Booked Price : £246

Collection : Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom
Delivery : PE28 2HY Chester Road, Huntingdon, United Kingdom
project
Mini cooper

Distance : 179 Miles

Booked Price : £252

Collection : Dingwall, UK
Delivery : Airdrie ML6 8WB, UK
project
Landrover series 3

Distance : 126 Miles

Booked Price : £267

Collection : Woodhall Spa, UK
Delivery : Wharfdale, Skelton-in-Cleveland, Saltburn-by-the-Sea TS12 2WB, UK
project
citroen relay

Distance : 107 Miles

Booked Price : £189

Collection : Wokingham, UK
Delivery : Redditch, UK
project
Aston Martin db7

Distance : 36 Miles

Booked Price : £123

Collection : Newark, England, United Kingdom
Delivery : S25 2RX Swinston Hill Road, Sheffield, United Kingdom
project
Lotus Elise

Distance : 44 Miles

Booked Price : £252

Collection : Palace Grove, London SE19 2XD, UK
Delivery : Maidstone Sports Cars, Ashford, UK
project
VW T2 Campervan (1979)

Distance : 392 Miles

Booked Price : £554

Collection : CH62 1DT
Delivery : AB55 4AH Conval Street, Keith, United Kingdom
project
Golf GTI

Distance : 10 Miles

Booked Price : £101

Collection : Bracken Road, Petersfield GU31 4HQ, UK
Delivery : Midhurst, UK
project
Citroen C4 grand picasso

Distance : 58 Miles

Booked Price : £189

Collection : CO16 8DS St John's Road, Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Delivery : IP22 2JB The Street, Diss, United Kingdom
project
jeep kk

Distance : 134 Miles

Booked Price : £227

Collection : Ilmington Drive, Basildon SS13 1RD, UK
Delivery : Weston Subedge, UK
project
trailer

Distance : 276 Miles

Booked Price : £599

Collection : Runcorn WA7 1SP, UK
Delivery : Catsfield, Battle TN33 9BJ, UK
project
BMW 118D 2.0 Hatchback

Distance : 160 Miles

Booked Price : £252

Collection : BCA Brighouse, Armytage Road, Brighouse, UK
Delivery : Hawthorne Avenue, Bedford MK40 4HJ, UK
project
2013 Peugeot 3008

Distance : 230 Miles

Booked Price : £403

Collection : WA10 1, St Helens, England, United Kingdom
Delivery : SO15 3NU Shirley Road, Southampton, United Kingdom
project
Mercedes w124

Distance : 255 Miles

Booked Price : £378

Collection : Dinton, Salisbury SP3 5EY, UK
Delivery : Yo267qf
project
Skoda Octavia Estate

Distance : 69 Miles

Booked Price : £159

Collection : Copart Sandtoft, Copart Sandtoft, Belton Road, Belton, Lincolnshire DN8 5SX, United Kingdom
Delivery : Flamborough, Bridlington YO15 1AJ, UK
project
Kia picanto

Distance : 524 Miles

Booked Price : £440

Collection : Ha8 8eg
Delivery : AB11 6AJ, Aberdeen, United Kingdom
project
Countryman

Distance : 163 Miles

Booked Price : £378

Collection : SW4 9PY
Delivery : ST163SU
Cheaper quote options

Can trade plate delivery reduce the price?

Sometimes, yes. If a vehicle is roadworthy and suitable to drive, a trade plate driver may be able to collect and drive the vehicle to the delivery address. This can be cheaper than using a truck or trailer because there is less loading equipment involved.

Driven delivery is not right for every job. It may not suit non-runners, cars without MOT, damaged vehicles, high-value classics, vehicles with mechanical issues or vehicles that should not be driven long distance. If you are unsure, say this when requesting quotes and let transporters explain the best option.

Driven Often cheaper for roadworthy vehicles. Transported Better for non-runners, no MOT, classics or damage. Flexible timing Can help transporters fit the route in.
How to get quotes

Post the route once and let car movers price it properly

To get proper car transport quotes, add the collection postcode, delivery postcode, vehicle make and model, condition, preferred timing and any access notes. This saves ringing around different car movers and repeating the same details.

Once the job is live, transporters can send prices and ask sensible questions through your account. You can compare the quote, profile, reviews and messages before accepting the car mover that suits the job.

RouteExact postcodes help avoid vague town-to-town pricing. ConditionSay if the vehicle starts, rolls, steers and brakes. MethodTransported, recovered, enclosed or driven delivery can change the price. TimingFlexible jobs can sometimes fit an existing route.

Car Transport Cost FAQs

How much does car transport cost?

As a customer-facing guide, short local moves can often sit around £120-£250, 100-200 mile car transport may be around £250-£500, and longer 300+ mile routes can move into £560-£2,000+ depending on the vehicle, route and timing.

Can a trade plate driver make it cheaper?

Yes, for some roadworthy vehicles. Driven delivery can be cheaper than transported delivery, but it is not suitable for non-runners, damaged cars, no-MOT vehicles or cars that should not be driven long distance.

Why are real quotes different from calculator estimates?

Transporters quote based on live availability, route planning, distance from collection, vehicle condition, timing and whether they already have work nearby. A calculator is useful guidance, not a fixed price.

What details help me get accurate quotes?

Use collection and delivery postcodes, vehicle make and model, condition, whether it starts and rolls, access notes, preferred timing and whether you are open to driven delivery.

How do I get quotes from car movers?

Use the request quotes button, add your route and vehicle details, then wait for independent car movers to price the job. You can compare prices, profiles, reviews and messages before choosing who to book.

Is the cheapest car transport quote always best?

Not always. Check whether the quote is driven, transported, recovered or enclosed, and compare the transporter profile, reviews and messages. The right option depends on the vehicle, route and risk.

What makes a quote more expensive?

Non-runners, no keys, awkward loading, poor access, larger vehicles, urgent timing, remote locations and enclosed transport can all increase the final price.

Can I move a car bought from auction?

Yes. Add the auction collection address, buyer reference requirements where needed, vehicle condition and delivery postcode. Auction collections often need clear timing and access details.

Are you a Transport Company?

Deliver My Motor is used by millions of individuals to get their deliveries done.

Use our advanced search tools to identify loads that meet your specifications. Simply state how much you want to be paid. When your quote is accepted, you will receive a booking confirmation email with all of the pickup and delivery information.

We run a transparent marketplace with lower fees for customers and profit sharing for transporters.

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