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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
renault clio

Distance : 444 Miles

Booked Price : £788

Collection : Mortonhall Park Loan, Edinburgh EH17 8SN, UK
Delivery : Filleigh, Barnstaple EX32 0RJ, UK
project
vw T25

Distance : 129 Miles

Booked Price : £473

Collection : Northorpe Ln, Thurlby, Bourne PE10 0HE, UK
Delivery : br26ax
project
mercedes

Distance : 246 Miles

Booked Price : £554

Collection : Essington Walk, Denton, Manchester M34 6NU, UK
Delivery : Broadway, Exeter EX2 9LU, UK
project
ford kuga

Distance : 169 Miles

Booked Price : £252

Collection : Pulborough, UK
Delivery : NG10 1pr
project
Suzuki Jimny

Distance : 142 Miles

Booked Price : £277

Collection : Turnbull Road, Chichester PO19 7LY, UK
Delivery : Mary Arches Street, Exeter EX4 3AZ, UK
project
Mazda 3

Distance : 236 Miles

Booked Price : £277

Collection : Wey Hill, Haslemere GU27 1HS, UK
Delivery : Mereland Way, Saint Helens WA9 3AG, UK
project
Audi A4

Distance : 157 Miles

Booked Price : £441

Collection : Kay Close, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 4LU, UK
Delivery : Greenaway Lane, Warsash, Southampton SO31 9HT, UK
project
Mondeo st220

Distance : 141 Miles

Booked Price : £277

Collection : Bowling Green Lane, Cirencester GL7 2DY, UK
Delivery : Whaley Bridge Bowling Club, Buxton Road, Whaley Bridge, High Peak, UK
project
Mercedes Gle

Distance : 244 Miles

Booked Price : £693

Collection : Botley Road Southampton SO30 2HA
Delivery : Claypool Road, Horwich, Bolton BL6 6HU, UK
project
Vauxhall corsa

Distance : 36 Miles

Booked Price : £113

Collection : Filey Road, Manchester M14 6GG, UK
Delivery : Upton Close, Speke, Liverpool L24 2UN, UK
project
Fiat 500L

Distance : 138 Miles

Booked Price : £227

Collection : Halesowen B62 0LS, UK
Delivery : Westwood Ave, Bradford BD2 2NJ, UK
project
Mitsubishi L200

Distance : 77 Miles

Booked Price : £353

Collection : Slessor Road, Lyneham, Chippenham SN15 4DZ, UK
Delivery : Cracknore Hard Lane, Marchwood, Southampton SO40 4UT, UK
project
mitsubishi shogun swb

Distance : 198 Miles

Booked Price : £315

Collection : Bruntingthorpe, Lutterworth LE17 5RD, UK
Delivery : Fron Heulog, Cwm-y-glo, Caernarfon LL55 4DD, UK
project
VW SCIROCCO

Distance : 201 Miles

Booked Price : £504

Collection : Durham DH1 1HP, UK
Delivery : Warwick CV34 5LB, UK
project
Jaguar F Type

Distance : 23 Miles

Booked Price : £202

Collection : Fontmell Park, Ashford TW15 2NP, UK
Delivery : 19 Ivanhoe Road, Wokingham, UK
project
Mitsubishi delica

Distance : 30 Miles

Booked Price : £189

Collection : Gordon Avenue, Stafford ST16 1QQ, UK
Delivery : DY5 1QA
project
Fiat 500

Distance : 27 Miles

Booked Price : £189

Collection : NN17 5JQ
Delivery : NN4 8QG
project
Tesla Model 3

Distance : 42 Miles

Booked Price : £277

Collection : Lyndhurst Road, London NW3 5PX, UK
Delivery : Dartford DA2 6QF, UK
project
Ford Focus CC-3

Distance : 332 Miles

Booked Price : £567

Collection : Durham, UK
Delivery : Brighton, UK
project
Mercedes sprinter

Distance : 545 Miles

Booked Price : £693

Collection : Pant Road, Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil CF48 3SH, UK
Delivery : Inverness IV3, UK
project
Ford Mondeo Titanium X

Distance : 412 Miles

Booked Price : £693

Collection : Abingdon, UK
Delivery : Kirkcaldy, UK
project
renault twingo

Distance : 38 Miles

Booked Price : £113

Collection : Templeton Road, Dundee, UK
Delivery : Church Street, Kirkcaldy, UK
project
audi a3

Distance : 233 Miles

Booked Price : £315

Collection : Bristol, UK
Delivery : Ripon HG4 2PW, UK
project
Vauxhall Movano

Distance : 97 Miles

Booked Price : £466

Collection : Aigburth Drive, Liverpool L17 4JQ, UK
Delivery : Brierley Hill DY5 2UA, UK
project
BMW 5 Series

Distance : 4 Miles

Booked Price : £120

Collection : 27 Chestnut Drive, Castle Bromwich Birmingham B36 9BH
Delivery : B46 1JY
project
Vw t2

Distance : 110 Miles

Booked Price : £378

Collection : Ta7 8lw
Delivery : Lower Bourne, Farnham GU10 3RW, UK
project
BMW

Distance : 209 Miles

Booked Price : £410

Collection : Snetterton, Norwich NR16 2JU, UK
Delivery : Isle of Rhe, Nibley Green, North Nibley, Dursley GL11 6DH, UK
project
Citroen Berlingo

Distance : 187 Miles

Booked Price : £315

Collection : Saffron Walden CB10 1FQ, UK
Delivery : Turves Road, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 6AW, UK
project
Jaguar XE

Distance : 245 Miles

Booked Price : £378

Collection : Midland Ave, Stapleford, Nottingham NG9 7BT, UK
Delivery : Wolfscastle, Haverfordwest, UK
project
Ford fiesta 1.1 eco boost

Distance : 14 Miles

Booked Price : £164

Collection : GU25 4sb
Delivery : Rg403js
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.

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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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