Popular Mississippi Car Shipping Locations

We provide direct service to and from any location in Mississippi - above is a list of the most popular car shipping locations that we service.

Everything You Need to Know About the State of Mississippi (MS)

The Magnolia State of Mississippi joined the Union as the 20th state in 1817 and gets its name from the Mississippi River, which forms its western border. Early inhabitants of the area that became Mississippi included the Choctaw, Natchez and Chickasaw. Spanish explorers arrived in the region in 1540 but it was the French who established the first permanent settlement in present-day Mississippi in 1699. 

During the first half of the 19th century, Mississippi was the top cotton producer in the United States, and owners of large plantations depended on the labor of black slaves. Mississippi seceded from the Union in 1861 and suffered greatly during the American Civil War. Despite the abolition of slavery, racial discrimination endured in Mississippi, and the state was a battleground of the Civil Rights Movement in the mid-20th century. In the early 21st century, Mississippi ranked among America’s poorest states. 

The state capital is Jackson and it takes the state motto-Virtute et armis (“By valor and arms”). 

In 1817, the Magnolia State of Mississippi joined the Union when it became the 20th state. It derives its name from the Mississippi River, which is also its western border. Early occupants of the area that grew into Mississippi include the Choctaw, Natchez, and Chickasaw. In 1540, Spanish explorers moved into the area. Still, it was until 1699 that the French established the first permanent settlement in present-day Mississippi.
In the early 19th century, Mississippi was recognized as the top cotton producer in the country. At that time, large plantation owners largely depended on the labor of enslaved black people. In 1861, Mississippi withdrew from the Union and took a tremendous hit during the American Civil War. Although slavery had ended, it was still very rampant in Mississippi, alongside racial discrimination. By the 20th century, the state had become a battleground of the Civil Rights Movement.
The state’s capital is Jackson, and its motto is “Virtute et armis," meaning "By valor and arms.”
The Blues musical genre originated from the Mississippi Delta after the Civil War. Enslaved people sang the songs as they worked in the fields.
Dr. James D. Hardy performed the world’s first human lung transplant in 1963 at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson. In 1964, he conducted another transferring the heart of a chimpanzee into a dying patient. That was the first heart transplant surgery in the world.
Mississippi is responsible for the production of roughly 60% of America’s farm-raised catfish. The production of catfish commercially started in the mid-1960s. The Mississippi Delta city of Belzoni, termed the Catfish Capital of the World, has a catfish museum and hosts an annual catfish festival.
Mississippi is the only state in America that legally allows beer consumption in cars.
Vehicle Shipping in Mississippi (ATVs, cars, golf carts, motorcycles, SUVs and more)

The Shipping Process

Having your car shipped to or from Mississippi is not troublesome and can be done in a few simple steps. They are:

  1. Choosing a Company

This is one of the most crucial steps of the process as it determines how smooth or problematic your transport experience is. Hence, it is vital that you only choose a company after careful and detailed consideration. The details to look out for when choosing a company will be discussed later.

  1. Schedule Pick-up

After shipping terms have been settled with your select car shipping company, you will schedule a pick-up date and time most suitable for you. The company will then ship your car to your destination of choice. 

  1. Delivery

Upon shipment, you or your representatives may receive your car at the agreed delivery location.

  1. Damages Check

After receiving your vehicle, you should inspect your car to ensure there were no damages in the shipment. If there are any damages, make sure that everything is clearly labled on the bill of lading and make sure to let your company know about it prior to you filing a claim with the carriers’ insurance company. 

Tips for Choosing the Best Car Shipping Company

There are several car shipping companies in Mississippi. Unfortunately, some of them are out to exploit unsuspecting customers. Hence, the need to be adequately informed on what to look for in choosing the right car shipping company is of the utmost importance. The following are factors to be considered:

  1. Insurance Coverage

The terms surrounding the insurance policy of a shipping company must be spelled out. The protection of your car lies with the motor carrier for the duration it is under their care. This means that the carrier bears the cost of any damage to your car in that period. You will have to bear the costs if the carrier does not have suitable insurance coverage.  SAC provides additional insurance coverage for extra protection and peace of mind.

  1. Quote

This factor is equally as important. You should ensure the quote you receive is detailed enough to present all the information about what you are to pay for. There should be no ambiguity whatsoever. If you are uncertain about anything, request that a clarification be made. 

You should also confirm the length of the quote’s validity. Typically, quotes are only valid for 48 hours due to frequent price changes.

  1. Payment Options

Car shipping companies are not all open to the same payment options. In making your choice, you should confirm that your preferred payment option is available for you to choose from.

  1. Availability for Delivery

It is possible that you will be unable to pick up your vehicle personally. If someone else has to receive your car on your behalf, you should confirm that your shipping company is open to your delivery arrangements.

Factors Influencing the Cost of Car Shipping in Mississippi
  1. Location

The location of your pick-up and delivery location significantly affects the cost of shipping your car. You stand to pay less if your pick-up and delivery points are in areas that are easily accessible. Areas with less accessibility cost more. 

  1. Distance

Similarly, the distance to be covered shipping your car also determines how much it costs. Farther distances cost more than shorter ones. Hence, you can expect to pay more if your pick-up location is far from the delivery point.

  1. Vehicle Specification

The size and weight of your car determine its shipping costs. Smaller and lighter vehicles cost less than big and weight ones as they occupy less space in the cargo container. 

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Mississippi Transportation Information

  • Mississippi Rail Transport
  • Mississippi Roads
  • Mississippi Air Transport
  • Mississippi Marine Transport
  • Mississippi Rail Transport

    Works Cited

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mississippi 

    Accessed March 16, 2020.

    History.com, Editors,Updated: August21,2018|Original:December18,2009,

    Accessed March 16, 2020.

    https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/mississippi

    Passenger

    Amtrak is responsible for providing scheduled passenger services along the Crescent and City of New Orleans routes. The routes originated in Los Angeles, California, and terminated in Florida.

    Freight

    Two of the United States Class I railroads serve Mississippi:

    1. The Canadian National Railway’s Illinois Central Railroad subsidiary provides north-south service.
    2. BNSF. It is the most extensive freight railroad network in North America. It runs through the northwest-southeast line across Northern Mississippi.

    The Kansas City Southern Railway operates the east-west service via the middle of the Mississippi and the north-south freight along the Alabama state line.

    The Virginia-based Norfolk Southern Railway provides service in the far north and southeast, while CSX moves on a line toward the Gulf Coast.

    The Union Pacific and the Canadian Pacific are the only two that do not offer freight services in the state.

  • Mississippi Roads

    Works Cited

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mississippi 

    Accessed March 16, 2020.

    History.com, Editors,Updated: August21,2018|Original:December18,2009,

    Accessed March 16, 2020.

    https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/mississippi

    Nine interstate highways connect the state:

    • The I-10 highway links Los Angeles, Phoenix, Tucson, El Paso, San Antonio, Houston, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Mobile, Tallahassee, and Jacksonville. The I-110 connects California, Florida, Louisiana, Texas, and the San Bernardino Freeway. The I-20 links Dallas, Texas, Atlanta, Georgia,  Birmingham, and Alabama.
    • The I-220 goes around Jackson, providing an interstate connection for I-55 and I-20. It also connects Byhalia, Mississippi, to the I-65 near Birmingham, Alabama.
    • The I-55 is 290.5 miles (467.5 km) from the Louisiana border close to Osyka and connects Southaven on the Tennessee border, just south of Memphis. The I-59 highway connects New Orleans, Louisiana; Birmingham, Alabama; and Chattanooga, Tennessee.
    • The I-69 extends from Indianapolis southwest to Texas. The I-269 is a ring road around the city of Memphis, Tennessee. It also goes around Memphis’ adjacent suburban areas in southwestern Tennessee and northern Mississippi.
  • Mississippi Air Transport

    Works Cited

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mississippi 

    Accessed March 16, 2020.

    History.com, Editors,Updated: August21,2018|Original:December18,2009,

    Accessed March 16, 2020.

    https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/mississippi

    Mississippi carries out its aviation services with six airports, all with commercial passenger service. This includes the Jackson-Evers International Airport, which is the busiest airport in Jackson, and the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport.

    The Jackson-Evers International Airport is all-encompassing, providing commercial, private, and military aviation services. It is operated by the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA), which also supervises aviation activity at Hawkins Field in northwest Jackson.

    Five major airlines serve the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. They provide direct flights to Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Orlando, and networks to hundreds of locations in the US and worldwide. The Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is equipped with a superior level of cargo service.

  • Mississippi Marine Transport

    Works Cited

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mississippi 

    Accessed March 16, 2020.

    History.com, Editors,Updated: August21,2018|Original:December18,2009,

    Accessed March 16, 2020.

    https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/mississippi

    Six major rivers surround Mississippi:

    • Mississippi River
    • Big Black River
    • Pascagoula River
    • Pearl River
    • Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
    • Yazoo River 

    The state carries out its passenger and freight services through these rivers and some canals. All over the state, the United States army has created six large lakes: Arkabutla Lake, Bay Springs Lake, Grenada Lake, Ross Barnett Reservoir, Sardis Lake, and Enid Lake.

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Dileep J. Monroeville, PA
5.0
Pricey but were responsive to short delivery needs.
David Rodriguez
5.0
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Tracy C.
5.0
After another company completely flacked out on my son's car pick up and wasted 3 days lying to me about that the car was going to be picked up the next day.......I called SHip-a-Car and told them I was in a real bind and needed the car picked up ASAP in order for it to get to Florida for the start of my son's job. They got back to me right away and the next evening a carrier was in my town to get the car. It arrived in Florida on time even thought the driver had to deal with a major subtropical storm. Don't fall for the cheaper price that other carriers offer, because at the last minute they will cancel because they cannot find drivers to do it for that price.
Karen Nelson
5.0
This was my first time to use Ship A Car Inc. I asked them to transport a 30,000 pound telehandler, or boom lift, from Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Gulfport, Mississippi. I was surprised that they were able to get the equipment out of Iowa ahead of the bad weather, but they did. Very prompt service. The driver was an extremely conscientious individual who saw that there was a hatch problem on the equipment which needed attention before hitting the road. He took of that for me. The load was professionally secured, and made it down here in perfect shape! I am very impressed with Ship A Car Inc., and highly recommend them to anyone needing vehicles or equipment transported over a long distance! I mean these guys went above and beyond from my first phone call to final delivery!
Tom G. Gulfport, MS
5.0
Please read before calling Ship A Car, Inc. I purchased a vehicle and needed it shipped from New Jersey to Missouri. I called Ship A Car and Steve Goodman set everything up was very friendly and helpful in the beginning. I called on May 19th to set up the shipping. I was told it would cost $750. The carrier would be paid $500 and Ship A Car would be paid $250. I was promised my vehicle would be picked up Thursday May 21st and be delivered to MY DOOR on Sunday May 24th. I was also told my vehicle would be in an ENCLOSED trailer. The original pick up day came and went and they told me “No carrier was going to the midwest.” Then the next day the excuse was “No carrier is going to Missouri.” Then the next day it was “We’ve called all 12 carriers we deal with and no luck.” Finally, he called me all excited and said he had found a carrier that could pick up my vehicle. He said they could pick it up May 30th and deliver it to my door June 1st but the only way they would do it is if I now paid $1,100 instead of the agreed upon $750. He said the carrier would need $900 cash and Ship A Car would be paid $200. He said “There are no other options.” I decided to go ahead and do the deal only because I had waited 10 days past the original pick up day. I should have told them to SCREW OFF but I needed the vehicle. Now to the carrier. They of course told me they wouldn’t drive their semi down my road to MY DOOR like I was promised so I had to meet them up the street. It took them an hour to get my vehicle off their trailer and the whole time they screamed and cussed at each other. People across the road at a Dollar General were standing watching because they could hear the F-bombs from there. Also my vehicle was not in an ENCLOSED trailer like Steve told me it would be. This whole experience has been a nightmare and I suggest you stay far away from Ship A Car. —————————————————————————————— ** MY RESPONSE TO SHIP A CAR’S RESPONSE ** At no time did your company tell me my “quote” would go up 32% I was told my price would be $750 and my vehicle would be picked up Thursday May 21st and delivered to my DOOR on Sunday May 24th. Your company never mentioned COVID. I was told no carriers were going to Missouri. Since writing my review we have found dog hair in my vehicle that matches the dog the carriers had with them and empty water bottles that weren’t in the vehicle before the pick up and the mileage doesn’t match up.
Trash Man
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
Our experience with Ship A Car was excellent. They were very responsive with getting us a quote and delivered the vehicle to the door on time. The carrier driver was terrific. He was experienced, courteous and we would definitely use them again.
Lynn L.
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