Effortlessly shipping cars, motorcycles, trucks or any vehicle to/from any location in Maryland
Maryland Vehicle Shipping & Heavy Haul Transport Experts
At Ship S Car, Inc., we pride ourselves on our vast knowledge of the freight transport industry. With over 10 years of experience, we confidently offer advanced shipping services such as vehicle relocation, transportation of heavy equipment and machinery, and general freight shipping to the public and businesses. We can also handle all volume (big and small) relocation services for auto dealers, corporations, and education establishments.
We are an experienced full-service freight transport broker providing you with an A to Z transport solution – a single call is all it takes. When you choose SAC as your transport broker, stand by you educating and communicating throughout the entire transport process.
We pride ourselves in providing our customers with assured mobility, benefits to consumers, and a high standard of service. Contact a Ship A Car transport coordinator now at (866) 821-4555 for vehicle shipping and freight transport service to/from any residential or business location in Maryland.
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Everything You Need to Know About the State of Maryland (MD)
Maryland located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the eastern coast of the United States, bordering Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia to its south and west; Pennsylvania to its north; and Delaware and the Atlantic Ocean to its east. The largest and commercially important city is Baltimore, and Annapolis is the capital. The state takes occasional nicknames: Old Line State, the Free State, and the Chesapeake Bay State. Maryland was named after the English Queen Henrietta Maria, known in England as Queen Mary.
Maryland gained its statehood on April 28, 1788. The state motto is-Fatti Maschii Parole Femine (“Strong Deeds, Gentle Words”).
Don’t think of its small size only! The small area, compared to other states belies the great variation of its landscapes and nature. Maryland is the leading producer of blue crabs and is renowned for its crab cakes.
Maryland is located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the Eastern coast of the United States. It borders Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia to its South and West; Pennsylvania to its North; and Delaware and the Atlantic Ocean to its East.
Baltimore is the state's largest and most commercially important city. Its capital is Annapolis. Maryland has a few nicknames: Old Line State, Free State, Chesapeake Bay State, Monumental State, and Cockade State. The name "Maryland" was given in honor of the English Queen Henrietta Maria, known in England as Queen Mary.
Maryland gained its statehood on April 28, 1788. The state motto is "Fatti Maschii Parole Femine". When translated, it means Strong Deeds, Gentle Words. It has 23 counties, with Baltimore as its independent city.
Although it is small in landmass, the small area, compared to other states, belies a significant variation in its landscapes and nature. Maryland takes the forefront in producing blue crabs and is renowned for its crab cakes. The state also mines limestone, coal, and natural gas.
Maryland is one of the states that ensured true religious liberty in the country. In April 1649, the “An Act Concerning Religion (later known as the Maryland Toleration Act)” was voted into law. The law later granted freedom of worship to all Christians.
The United States adapted its national anthem from the lyrics “The Star-Spangled Banner”. It The lyrics were composed by Francis Scott Key during the war of Baltimore against the British in 1812.
The Battle of Antietam, which occurred in Sharpsburg on September 17, 1862, was the first attack on Union soil during the civil war. It was also the bloodiest one-day battle to be recorded in U.S. history, with more than 23,000 soldiers killed. Despite this, it ended in a draw.
Auto Transport in Maryland
There are varying reasons you may choose to have your vehicle shipped. Relocation, vacations, and road trips are just a few of them. Whether for recreational purposes or something more permanent, your car shipping process can be made less challenging. The following are sure to help.
Auto Transport Costs in Maryland
The factors that determine auto transport costs in Maryland are:
1. Shipping Method
Your choice of shipping method determines your car’s shipping cost. There are two auto-shipping methods – enclosed vehicle shipping and open vehicle shipping.
The enclosed method transports vehicles in a manner that prevents the vehicles from being affected by external and harsh weather conditions. It is typically more expensive to use an enclosed carrier as it completely protects your vehicle and these carriers typically carry higher insurance coverage limits. You should use this method if you have a vintage, high line or a brand new vehicle.
The open method transports vehicles without any provision for their protection from external weather elements or various road debris.
2. Accessibility and Distance
You are more likely to pay less to have your car shipped if your location is one that the car shipping company frequents, it’s right off the main highway or it’s a major city. Auto transport companies charge more when picking up or dropping off in areas far off from their usual routes. Hence, you should confirm your location is within the regular route of the auto transport company you are considering.
Also, the longer the distance covered traveled from pickup to drop off, the higher the cost of shipping your car.
3. Type of Vehicle
Vehicles smaller in size that weigh less cost lower than vehicles that occupy more space. If you have multiple cars and plan to ship for temporary use, it is best to ship the smallest car to save costs.
4. Operational vs In-op Vehicles
Transporting functional vehicles cost less than transporting non-functional ones. This is because moving a non-functional car requires extra time and equipment to get them onto the carriers.
Car Shipping Preparation
Preparing to ship your car to or from Maryland is a straightforward process will leave you happy and your car in excellent condition. Here are a few things to do:
1. Clean the Vehicle
Before shipping, try cleaning your car’s interior and exterior. Cleaning makes it easy to identify if there is any existing damage to your car. You can also take pictures of the car before and after it is shipped to make a proper comparison. *as a rule of thumb – make sure to take at least 4 good pictures of the front, back, passenger and driver side.
2. De-clutter the Vehicle
Auto transport companies are not held liable for items lost in transit. Hence, you should also remove all personal belongings from the car. In addition, do not forget to take out all toll passes from the vehicle to avoid your pass being charged as the carrier drives through toll roads.
3. Do Not Fill Up Your Gas Tank
Since the amount of gas in your car’s tank affects its weight, you want to ensure that it is as light as possible. One way to do that is to have enough gas for pick-up and drop-off. Any more gas leads to an increased shipping cost in the long run.
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The Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, (BWI) is the biggest airport in Maryland. The other airports that provide commercial and cargo services in Maryland are the Hagerstown and Salisbury airports. The College Park Airports is the country’s oldest airport. It was created in 1909.
The Amtrak trains, fast-paced Acela Express, goes through different routes to the Boston North-East Corridor. These routes include the Baltimore’s Penn Station, BWI Airport, New Carrollton, and Aberdeen along Washington D.C. Additionally, Amtrak offers locomotive services to Rockville and Cumberland.
Most of Maryland’s commuting services are linked to BWI Airport. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s Metrorail Rapid Transit, and the Metrobus local bus systems provide service in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties and connect them to Washington D.C., with the express Metrobus Route B30 serving BWI Airport.
The transit services of the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) are mainly structured, focusing on central Maryland and some portions of the Eastern Shore and Southern Maryland. Baltimore’s Light Rail and Metro Subway systems serve its tightly populated inner city alongside its surrounding suburbs. The MTA also has a local bus service that serves the city and its suburbs.
Freight rail transport is operated principally by two Class I railroads and several smaller regional and local carriers. The primary rail yards are situated in Baltimore and Cumberland. These rail yards have an intermodal terminal catering to rail, truck, and marine services in Baltimore.
Maryland’s interstate highways consists 110 miles (180 km) of Interstate 95 (I-95). I-95 runs through Baltimore, and becomes part of the eastern portion of the Capital Beltway to the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.
Other major highways are:
I-68: it covers 81 miles (130 km) and connects the Western portions of the state.
I-70: begins at Pennsylvania, North of Hancock, and progresses to Baltimore. It connects Hagerstown and Frederick as it goes.
I-83: travels 34 miles (55 km) in Maryland. It connects Baltimore to Southern Central Pennsylvania.
Additionally, there are numerous connecting interstate highways in the Maryland. The state also has a highway system that has routes numbered from 2 through 999. However, most of the high-end routes are either unsigned or have short spans.
Maryland’s marine system is made up of a complex network of branches and feeders. Some of them are known as rivers and sometimes inlets. The bulk of rivers in Maryland course into the Chesapeake Bay. All the state’s rivers have shaped the development of the state since its emergence.
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5.0
I travel quite a bit for work and instead of towing my fifth wheel myself I rely on others. In a google search I found Ship A Car and am so glad I did. Transport Coordinator Cameron B. paid attention to each detail of my move, and communicated with me every step of the way. The paperwork was simple, the price competitive, and the service impeccable. Pick-up and delivery was ahead of schedule, and I couldn't be more please with the company, as well as Cameron's attention. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND SHIP A CAR, AND ASK FOR CAMERON!!!
Bettina K. Las Vegas, NM
5.0
Excellent service. Vehicle was delivered quickly and safely. Jocelyn was very attentive and represented the company well. Will definitely use them on next transport need!
Bill Nolastname
5.0
Extremely happy. They took care of every detail of transporting my forklift. The process was flawless and the price was reasonable.
Anthony Harris
5.0
Great company to work with.Janet Rinella was excellent and provided timely followup explaing how the pickup and delivery would be scheduled. Chris the driver and his copilot Jen did a geat job and provided schedule updates on both pick up and detination arrival. The car transport went well and without a hitch. I definetely will use them again.
Robert Chappel
5.0
Very much impressed with their service.Fernanda was a great staff she did a perfect job from quote till I received my vehicle.The driver Williams delivered my vehicle in perfect condition very well handled.
Divya S.
5.0
I had Ship A Car ship my car, and I was very happy with their service. They came in a day ahead of when they had planned to, and they shipped my car for a reasonable price. If need be, I would use their service again.
Jennifer H. Los Angeles, CA
5.0
Communication - Commitment - Deliver
Since day 1 the communication, price, service has been perfect. This is the second time that I need this type of service and decide to use another company since my first experience was not easy. I give myself the opportunity to try SHIP A+
Melba Qui
5.0
After being contacted my at least 20 shipping companies, I almost gave up! Then by the grace if God I contacted Ship a car and I spoke with Bob Moran, he is the best!! He said he’d call me back in 15 mins, I don’t even think it was 15 mins, he called back and BOOM he coordinated it effortlessly!!! I can’t believe how smooth the shipping was, I wish I started with Ship A Car, excellent service.....I would HIGHLY recommend, the driver dropped the car a day early - what a plus!
Maria D LaRosa
5.0
I recently shipped a motorcycle from Las Vegas to Washington Janet kept you posted during all those times that the let me know when the shipper was going to be there and did an excellent job of keeping you posted as to where my motorcycle was and it was delivered safely and earlier than expected and I really enjoyed ship a car's courteous and efficient Haley of my business thank you.
Gary S
5.0
Excellent service. Vehicle was delivered quickly and safely. Jocelyn was very attentive and represented the company well. Will definitely use them on next transport need!
ShipACar Excellent
5.0
I recently relocated and I needed to move my car, so I shopped around. I called around getting quotes, it was a lengthy process; I called ship a car and I was connected to Justin, he was so curtious and informative on the process of shipping a car. He explained to me in detail about the payment process and who to contact in case there was an emergency while my car was being transported. The driver he set up for me was very pleasant, they worked with me and made sure I was home before they delivered my car. If i ever need to ship a car again I will call Justin just to make my life easier!
Shannon G. Charlotte, NC
5.0
Never called to let us know pick up time would be pushed back. Never called night before when they said they would to let us know the pickup time. We are waiting to hear from them, flying out tomorrow morning, and can’t get a single response from anyone. Horrible service.
Jessica Hansen
5.0
Ship a Car Inc. has the best customer service, my representatives Joseph was so helpful. When my daughter?s vehicle arrived in Hilo port a few days early and I had to change the authorized person to pick up my daughter?s vehicle, he did it so professionally with no delays. My friend was able to pick up the vehicle with no problems. I?ll use Ship a Car Inc. again when I need to transport my vehicle and will recommend them to friends and family.
King W
5.0
Since day 1 the communication, price, service has been perfect. This is the second time that I need this type of service and decide to use another company since my first experience was not easy. I give myself the opportunity to try SHIP A CAS, INC. and the pickup date and delivery date has been fulfill. Ask for Paul M. he will take care or your car and will keep you update on everything. I'm very pleased with the service and I'll recommended. A+
Communication - Date Committed - Sharp!
5.0
Chris at ship a car did a great job locating a truck for me. Everything in between was really good too.
Charlie K. Kansas City, MO
5.0
Excellent service from this shipping company today. After my approval, my boss used the team, so I was a little worried but they managed it pretty easily. My boss's car arrived safely at our office, and my boss was happy with my recommended company and me. Super impressed and recommended it to all. Keep up the good work!
Charles Monroe
5.0
Very pleased with delivery of my car, especially with storm conditions approaching in a few days. Meredith was very helpful arranging this for me. Highly recommend this company to move a classic car. 5 Stars for sure.
William D.
5.0
After speaking with 3 different car shipping companies, I found Bob Moran at Ship-A-Car. What a relief to speak with someone that answered all my questions and walked me through the entire process. More importantly, Bob delivered on all the promises he made me. This was my first time shipping a car and I was nervous and confused Bob put me at ease right away and quoted me a reasonable price. Moreover, this all transpired over the 4th of July holiday, my car was delivered on the 4th of July safe and sound. We are still amazed at how fast the car was delivered (4days), how professional and honest Ship-A-Car and Bob Moran have been to us.
Kathleen King
5.0
I will need it in the future and I will definitely call you. You have been so knowledgeable and helpful in handling everything so fast and effectively. You made a stressful situation for me so much easier, I can't thank you enough.
Nancy S. Laguna Beach, CO
5.0
I would like to thank Joseph and the owner of the company for all their hard work. I would specifically like to thank Joseph for putting up with me and the mess that was created by a driver who was supposed to pick up my car but they decided to cancel literally with less than 24-hour notice when it was time to ship my car. I got really stressed because I needed it to get done since I am moving. However, Joseph really handle the situation with professionalism and made sure my car got shipped the next day, and even got me a better deal because my car is getting to Texas sooner than it was originally going to get there with the first driver. The driver who picked up my car the next day was extremely professional and communicated with me the entire time. I would 100 % recommend this company to anyone and ask for Jospeh because he is the best!!!!
Victoria H.
5.0
Bob Moran at shipacar did a fantastic job handling all aspects of shipping my car from Florida to New York. After using other companies I would never use anyone else. They are the best.
Bob F
5.0
This is definitely a company to consider and I had the pleasure to enjoy their amazing customer service. Looking forward to doing business with them in the future and with definitely refer them to anyone. Keep up the good work guys. 5 stars! :)
Samuel Hall
5.0
I hired Ship-A-Car to transport a truck from TN to CA. Their service was excellent! They kept us informed on the schedule and picked up the truck from TN on the date they said they would. They delivered the truck to CA within the timeframe they said they would and kept us informed along the way. Much better experience than what I had with another transportation company. I would use this company again in a heartbeat!
Wendy L. Campbell, CA
5.0
I received excellent service from Len of ship a car. He was thorough, pleasant to work with, and committed to helping me find a transport service. The company he contracted with was outstanding, great service, my car arrived in a timely manner in perfect condition...except for a few bugs on the windshield!! I highly recommend Len and his company.
Jan White
4.5
I needed to ship my late Mother's car from Florida to Massachusetts rather suddenly...due to the corona virus. I was referred to Bob M. by a friend. I was extremely pleased with the quick response and his willingness to work with me in doing this quickly. The car arrived on time and l was very pleased with this company. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to ship a vehicle safely and with no worries. Thank you.
Paula N.
5.0
We used Ship a Car to transport 2 of our vehicles from Salt Lake City to Nashville. Justin was on it as soon as I gave the go ahead. The drivers arrived a little early, but patiently waited and our cars arrived one, before we did (but we had made arrangements for it to be received), the other as scheduled a couple of days later. No damage to either vehicle, just a lot of road dust as to be expected. I use them again in a heart beat and they were half the price of all the others and less that a week ship time.
Dana Perez
5.0
Ms Dana was the best! She was very accommodating and helpful! Even in the delay, the company was very Creative in meeting our needs! The car arrived safe and in the 24 hours as promised!
Kim W. Plainfield , NJ
5.0
I wanted to thank Ship A Car for a job well done. It was a pleasure working with all individuals involved with transporting my motorcycle from point A to B. I would recommend there service to anyone.
Scottie Coleman
5.0
Rita was great to work with as she made the entire process seamless. Absolute pleasure with work with such a professional company! I was shipping my vehicle from Oakland to Hawaii and although initially working on different timezones was challenging, Rita made it her mission to get my car to Hawaii with virtually no stress on my end. 10/10 recommend. Thank you!
Nikoles M
5.0
Oscar delivered my son’s truck on time. Safe & Sound! Chose this company because of great customer service! Kristina is the Best! Super friendly & accomodating. Returns call right away and very professional!
Jennifer Mijares
5.0
Our shipment of the 2010 Prius went flawlessly. Your pickup was as scheduled and the delivery in Virginia was also trouble free. Thanks for your professional service for the entire movement of our beloved vehicle. We watched the loading in Reno and my son was on hand in Virginia for the unloading and flawless delivery. Thank you again.
Richard M. Reno, NV
5.0
I was searching for an Auto Transport company to ship my son's car from Lake Forest, IL to San Diego, CA. He is a Marine and stationed there. From start to finish Ship A Car worked with me to quote a very competitive price. They were very patient as I changed the drop off date a few times because it is very difficult to predict my son's schedule. He was beginning his new MOS with the Marines and he had not received his orders for his shift. I changed the drop off again, from Thursday to Friday when he mentioned that Thursdays he had specific duties and would not be able to leave the base to get his car. It was complicated because for obvious reasons, the delivery truck can't simply drive onto the US Military base. So, my son asked if they could drop the car off at a nearby Target close to the base and provided the address and a date and time that he would be allowed to leave the base. Ship A Car worked with me through all of these logistics. They picked up the car when they agreed and dropped it off as agreed, in perfect condition. My Son, thought this was a better deal than buying a new car at this point. My understanding is that the Marines on the base need some form of transportation. And although my son needed a car, he didn't feel he needed to purchase a brand new car at this time. I can't say enough about the wonderful and patient customer service for Ship A Car. Sam L., the main customer service agent with whom I spoke most frequently, was so awesome! He even called me one evening - after I sent an email changing the drop off logistics - yet again - from his cell phone. He was home having dinner and stopped to deal with my issues! The drivers, Jesus and Saul were extremely professional and courteous as well! I give this company an A+!!!! My son called me and asked me for the contact details of Ship A Car because one of his Marine mates said he would like to do the same thingship his car from his home base; also in IL to California. Thank you again Sam and Ship A Car for all you did for my son, my marine, and our military men and women!
Jacqui R.
5.0
I have been very pleased with the level of service I have received. The transport was quick and painless. The drivers were knowledgeable and respectful of my babies. The service was fast and accurate. And the setup was friendly and very helpful.
Transportation
5.0
Called Ship A Car Inc without knowing what to expect. After receiving help from Bob Moran my expectations were far surpassed. He went above and beyond to make sure that my vehicle had the smoothest transfer from Northern California to Southern California. He even took the time to follow up with the delivery. I will definitely be recommending.
Marisela Jara
5.0
We had a great experience! Willie was the best! Always kept in contact with me which helped cuz I was nervous about shipping our 2 cars. The price they gave me never changed and was very reasonable! The guy that came to pick up our cars was on time and professional. Cars were delivere unharmed and in a timely manner. I would recommend them to my family & friends!
Liz Taylor
5.0
I just wanted you to know that my son Tom received the Camry in San Francisco on Wed., 10/8/14, just as you promised. We are so pleased with the great service your company has provided for us. Ship a Car Inc. is truely 5 star! Thank you Les for your individual attention to our shipment. We are also very impressed with the truck driver and his wife for their professional help. They couldn’t have been nicer andd more professional.
Thomas K. Rochester, NY
5.0
I dealt with Justen over the phone. They got my motorcycle to me safely in an enclosed transport on time and significantly cheaper than anyone else. PS don't use uship.com for reviews, those reviews are all fake as hell.
Terry T.
5.0
Awesome Company and would recommend to others. Extremely professional Staff.
Doc
5.0
Awesome Company. I highly recommend them. Very professional, affordable, and punctual!
Rob Thom
5.0
I just had my car shipped from NY to AZ. It arrived ahead of time. Bob Moran was very professional, courteous, knowledgeable and went the extra mile to help me.
Linda K. Mechanicville, NY
5.0
Ship A Car, Inc. was fantastic. Steve was a great guy. Stayed on top of it, called me, and on the ball. Ship A Car delivered the car on a Sunday, which is unheard of. It was a dead-end run, because it was in Brigantine, New Jersey. And Steve told me that technically, these guys look for a return trip because they don't want to just do a dead-end run, and this guy just happens to know the area. He was from around the area earlier in his life. And he said, “I just look at it as a place I can go to visit the beach," when he dropped mine off. But the guy was super nice. The club car came out perfect. It was exactly what I ordered. It was exactly what I saw on pictures of. The guy showed me how to use it, which was nice. Everything was awesome. They made my life so much better.
Joe of Brigantine, NJ
5.0
STEVE, THE BEST REPRESENTATIVE!!!
In a spite of a very difficult route to pick up and deliver my 2016 Mercedes, Steve was diligent and transported my car with no problems from pick up to delivery in Law Cruces, NM
I WOULD TOTALLY RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY.
THANK YOU STEVE, for your patient and compromise!!
Michael W.
5.0
i am very pleased with Jocelyn with Ship a Car, she helped me with booking a driver to ship a car to my son from Georgia to Utah. I was sceptical at first from talking to other compananies and they were giving me different answers about a quote. Jocelyn was straight up with me, she gave me her word that she would not stop until she got me a driver and stay in contact with me the entire process which she did. even after my son received the car she checked with me to make sure everything was good. Thank you for your help.
Kim W
5.0
Never had a better company to transport as I phoned and 2 days later had my car in Branson. May I say that it's like a cut throat racket, as I had many weird, strange, quotes and calls. I was about to give up when my moving company told me of Bob Moran and that is was a 5 star company, and wow they weren't kidding as my car is in Branson waiting for us.
Reverend Trey Noran
5.0
I just wanted to say thank you SO much for making my car shipping experience painless and simple!! After dealing with so many companies who were fairly sketch and wouldn't return my calls, you made it so simple and answered every question I had about the process. My car arrived earlier than the expected date and arrived in the same condition it left.
Thank you so much again!!!
Virginia P. Lorton, VA
5.0
I had a great experience with Ship A Car inc! Paul was very helpful with shipping my car from Florida to New Jersey in just two days for a great price. Very impressed with how everything was handled.
Easha Iyer
5.0
I shipped a classic car from Florida to Washington state with Ship A Car. Willie was my contact and he made my transaction a first class experience. Professional, friendly and the car was delivered as promised on time and in perfect condition. Thank you Willie and Ship A Car!
Jack M.
5.0
I had a truck I needed to ship from California to Texas. I check around to see who had he better rate and Service. I found Ship a Car Inc was the one for me. They were a little high in price, but you can’t beat the service. The Agent I was working with was Bob. He held my hand throughout the whole process. Even after my truck was delivered, he call me up to see if everything went OK and If I had any questions. Would I use Ship a Car Inc again? Yes, for sure. Ask for Bob.
Joe Simon
5.0
First time transporting my Car out of state. My experience from the start was a great experience. My representative Dana was very informative and knowledgeable. Dana made sure I was inform Thur out the transport and even reaching out afterwards to make sure everything went well. I could not have asked for better customer service/ care. I was very happy with the my transport of my Mercedes. The car made it safe on time and not one scratch! The rates was very competitive. I would highly recommend to anyone.
Nicole I. Kissimmee, FL
5.0
Very professional from start to finish. The booking agent (Len) was always available and reached out to me at every step of the process. The driver assigned to me (Jerry) was also an excellent communicator, took great care with my car and delivered it exactly as promised. I would definitely use this company again!
Philly To Florida
5.0
Great service - timely and affordable. Dispatcher Mr. Joseph has taken care of five car shipments for me. He is responsive and accurate. Thanks for doing a great job and what you are paid for.
