Effortlessly shipping cars, motorcycles, trucks or any vehicle to/from any location in Montana
Montana Vehicle Shipping & Heavy Haul Transport Experts
Vehicle transportation services are offered by Ship a Car, Inc. to both business and individual clients throughout the whole state of Montana. Customers shipping their vehicles, companies shipping general freight and/or transporting heavy machinery, as well as volume relocation services for auto dealers and corporations of all sizes, can all take advantage of the top-notch customer service provided by our team and the best shipping service provided by the carriers in our network.
SAC’s more than ten years in business and customer testimonials speak for themselves. As a broker for the movement of vehicles, we have full access to a number of carrier networks across the country. The process is started with a single call to one of our transport agents, and we take care of the rest from there. When you hire the SAC Team, we carry both your vehicle and/or freight and your safety in mind.
For immediate vehicle transport service to/from any home or commercial address in the state of Montana, call us right now at (866) 821-4555 to speak with a trained and knowledgeable transport coordinator.
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Everything You Need to Know About the State of Montana (MT)
By area Montana is the fourth largest U.S. state. With an average of just six people per square mile, it is one of the country’s least densely populated states. The name Montana is derived from the Spanish montaña (“mountain” or “mountainous region”). Montana is abode to the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, which memorializes the historic 1876 battle between the Sioux tribe and U.S. Army, often referred to as “Custer’s Last Stand.” Yellowstone National Park, located in southern Montana and northern Wyoming, was the first national park established in the United States. Montana got statehood on November 8, 1889.
Montana is bounded by Idaho to the west, Wyoming to the south, North Dakota and South Dakota to the east, and the Canadian provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan to the north.
The state economy is primarily based on agriculture, including cattle ranching and cereal grain farming. Other major economic resources are oil, gas, coal, hard rock mining, and timber. In recent years, tourism is on the rise as the fastest-growing sector.
Montana has a couple of nicknames, although none are official, including “Big Sky Country” and “The Treasure State”, and slogans that include “Land of the Shining Mountains” and more recently “The Last Best Place.” The state capital is Helena and Oro y Plata (“Gold and Silver”) is the state motto.
In terms of surface area, Montana is the fourth largest U.S. It has an average of six people per square mile. It is also one of the country’s sparsely populated states. The state derived its name Montana from the Spanish word “montaña," interpreted as “mountain" or "mountainous region."
Montana houses the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. This monument is in honor of the historic 1876 battle that occurred between the Sioux tribe and the U.S. Army. The battle is also called “Custer’s Last Stand.”
The first national park in the United States is Yellowstone National Park. It is located in southern Montana and northern Wyoming.
Montana became a state on November 8, 1889. Its capital is Helena, and its motto is Oro y Plata translated as “Gold and Silver."
Montana has Idaho on its western border and Wyoming on its southern border. To the East and North, it has North and South Dakota and the Canadian provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, respectively.
The state economy primarily depends on agriculture, counting cattle ranching and cereal grain farming. The economy also derives revenue from oil, gas, coal, hard rock mining, and timber. In recent years, tourism has been on the rise and has become the state’s fastest-growing sector.
Montana has a few nicknames, even though none is official. They include
- Big Sky Country
- The Treasure State
They also use slogans like:
- Land of the Shining Mountains
- The Last Best Place
The world’s first International Peace Park was created in 1932 as an amalgamation of the Glacier National Park, Montana, and Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta, Canada. In 1995, UNESCO recorded both parks as a joint World Heritage Site due to their diverse and affluent flora and fauna and magnificent scenery.
Car Shipping in Montana
You may need to ship your car to or from Montana for many reasons. Vacation, relocation, school, and work are some of the possible reasons. Regardless of the reason, shipping your car does not have to be stressful and can be done without hassles. Follow the guide provided below and enjoy a smooth car shipping process.
Car Shipping Process
Find the Best Auto Shipping Company
There are several car shipping companies in Montana, hence, the need to select one carefully is important. Various factors contribute to choosing the perfect car shipping company, some of which are discussed later in detail. The auto transport company you work with greatly influences how smooth or stressful your car shipping process is.
Request a Quote
After concluding on the best company to ship a car, you should request a quote that reflects how much it will cost to have your vehicle shipped. The quote should be detailed and should cover all aspects of the cost. Be sure to find out how long the quote is valid, as quotes frequently change due to constant price changes.
Schedule Pick-Up
When the payment details have been sorted out, a pick-up date and location suitable for both parties will be scheduled. However, there are preparations you should make before pick up. They are also discussed in detail later.
Delivery
Sometimes, you may be unable to pick up your car from the delivery point. If this happens, you should communicate with the company beforehand that you will be unavailable. It is crucial, however, for security reasons, that your representative has the required documents to ensure the car is not delivered to the wrong person.
Confirm the State of the Vehicle
You or your representative should inspect the vehicle to confirm it was delivered in the same state the company picked it up. The car shipping company bears the cost of any damage to the car during shipping. However, you should note that the company only takes responsibility for physical damages, not mechanical ones.
Tips for Choosing the Best Car Shipping Company in Montana
Transparency
Your company of choice must have a reputation for honesty. Make inquiries to confirm this. Without transparency, a company may subject you to unnecessary payments and not provide all necessary services. Hence, you should ensure that when you are given a quote, it is as detailed and straightforward as possible. The quote should clearly state how much you are paying and what you are paying for.
Insurance
Insurance coverage is a factor that cannot be sidelined. Since the safety of your car rests with the company, you have to confirm that they provide insurance for your vehicle when it is in their care. If you engage a company with no insurance cover, any damage done to your car will not be catered for, as you will handle all repairs yourself.
References
It is best to choose a company other people can vouch for as it shows they have built a solid reputation for themselves. You should research the company you intend to engage with and find out what others say about them.
Licenses
Specific licenses are required for companies to engage in car shipping in Montana. Companies without these licenses are practicing illegally. As a result, any problem encountered cannot be legally dealt with. Therefore, you should confirm that your company of choice has all the required licenses.
Car Shipping Costs in Montana
Car shipping does not come at a fixed price. Some factors determine how much shipping a vehicle costs. They include:
Shipping Method
There are two methods of shipping a vehicle: the open method and the closed method. The Open method is the cheaper method, and it involves transporting cars via an open car carrier. However, this method exposes your vehicle to weather elements like rain, sun, and snow. Hence, the possibility of damage from road debris.
The enclosed carrier method transports vehicles in an enclosed carrier, protecting your car from harsh weather conditions. However, this method is more expensive.
Car Size
The size of your car influences the shipping cost. Typically, smaller cars cost less as they take up less space in the carriage. Conversely, larger cars take up more space and cost more.
Time of the Year
Not all seasons throughout the year cost the same for vehicle shipping. Each route throughout the US has specific peak and off peak seasons. Hence, cars shipped during high peak season will cost more.Conversely, when you ship a car during an off peak season for that route, the total price will be less.
The flexibility of Pick-up and Delivery
Shipping your car without flexible timing is likely to cost more. Unfortunately, car shipping companies are not entirely flexible, and if their timing does not suit you, you will be required to pay more to accommodate your need for urgency.
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Railway transportation has been a pivotal form of transport in Montana since the 1880s. Historically, it is recorded that the main lines of three east-west transcontinental routes:
The Milwaukee Road
The Great Northern
The Northern Pacific passed through the state.
Today, the BNSF Railway is the state’s largest railroad, with its primary transcontinental course uniting the former Great Northern main line across the state. Montana RailLink is a privately held Class II railroad that operates the former Northern Pacific rail line in western Montana.
In addition, Amtrak’s Empire Builder train runs through the North of the state and makes stops at Libby, Whitefish, West Glacier, Essex, East Glacier Park, Browning, Cut Bank, Shelby, Havre, Malta, Glasgow, and Wolf Point.
U.S. Route 10 is the major east-west highway route in Montana. It links the major cities on the south side of the state. Today, it is operated by I-90 and I-94, both of which follow the same route as the Northern Pacific.
U.S. Routes 2 and 12 and Montana Highway 200 also navigate the entire state from East to West.
Montana’s only north-south Interstate Highway is Interstate 15. Other key interstate highways are:
I-15 in Monida, Sweetgrass
I-115 in Butte, Downtown Butte
I-315 in Great Falls, Downtown Great Falls
I-90 in Mullan, Ranchester, and I-94– Billings, Beach.
The major airport in Montana is the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport. It is also the airport with the most activity in the state. The other main airports include Missoula International Airport, Glacier Park International Airport, Bert Mooney Airport, Great Falls International Airport, and Helena Regional Airport.
The Essential Air Service Program has eight airports for commercial purposes. Commercial flights are common in Montana, and the state has more than seventy public and private airports.
Montana’s port is advantageously located in the southwest area of the state. At the intersection of I-90 and I-15, BNSF and UP railroads serve Montana. BNSF is the most extensive shipping railroad network in North America.
The port operation comprises trans-loading, distribution, and warehouse and storage facility.
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5.0
very disappointed, weeks before date I needed to ship car I was quoted a price and given dates, as date approached company failed to respond, left me hanging, and was 100% useless. Stay away from them! Zac Johnson was their rep, non-responsive
David o'connor
5.0
Bob M. with Ship a Car was the best! I would recommend them to anyone, it was a great experience from the start to the end. We had a car shipped between states and he was so on top of handling the process with the dealer, the driver and coordinating with us. He was so helpful and responsive.
Andy B.
5.0
Work with Cody. Chose this company due to good reviews. Transported my vehicle cross country for work. Cost was comparable to other quotes I saw online.
Very professional and organized on the phone, detailed emails to document everything appropriately as well. Followed up as he said he would. Actual transport people also very professional, ended up delivering the car a day early which was a plus. Smooth and painless process.
Dee B.
5.0
My recent relocation from Seattle to Pittsburgh was less stressful because of the service that Ship A Car provided—Yvonne coordinated with both my husband and I to have my car shipped. Both drivers were very nice and professional. It was a no-hassle process with the driver picking up my car on time and at my apartment, and then delivering it on time and at my apartment. Definitely recommend this service.
Toni I
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!
Oakland To Honolulu
5.0
Did everything as promised Carrie did an excellent job coordinating the transport of my 2016 Harley from Baltimore Md to Tequesta Florida . The Driver was extremely Professional and I recommend Ship a Car to anyone Needing this service ð???
William M.
5.0
The rep I worked with, Lawrence Knapp was very knowledgeable, helpful and customer service oriented. He answered all my questions, and went the extra mile to save me some money. I feel our car is in good hands. I liked the tips on how to get your car ready for shipment. Lawrence communicated well through phone, text and email. He walked me through the process of signing documents so that went smoothly. He was easygoing and friendly too! I recommend Ship A Car, Inc. I got two other comparable estimates and because of Lawrence, I went with Ship A Car. A friend referred us, as she had a good experience too.
Sandy O.
5.0
I had been searching for a carrier to ship my daily vehicles cross-country during a relocation for work. The deeper I searched the shadier the business got. When I came across Ship A Car, Larry Farber was assigned to my account. Larry, walked me through the process with the utmost of integrity and transparency out there. He kept me updated on all bids coming in (high or low) and calmed my nerves as we got closer to the ship date. All of his responses were within minutes and very informative. When I ship in the future, Larry will be my first call.
Rick M. Pittsburgh, Pa
5.0
I can not speak more highly of the assistance Joseph G. provided me throughout this process to date. When I first worked with Joseph on this shipment, he told me that if I needed anything during the shipment stage, to let him know. And he was true to his words! When I had to change the person who was going to drop my car off at the shipping port, he immediately contacted Matson to make that change. On the day of the drop off, an issue came up regarding the acceptance of my vehicle at the port, so I called Joseph to see if he could assist. He immediately attempted to get in touch with me to see how he could assist. When I didn't pick up his call, he right away contacted the person I had told him was going to drop the car off at Matson to find out the problem. I then called Joe back, and discussed the problem with him. After a discussion, he gave me pointers to resolve the issue, and requested that I contact him about any subsequent next steps that he could assist with to ensure the car was accepted on that day, which was actually the final day to have my auto on the next ship.
I am greatly impressed with the care and concern that Joseph displayed with my situation. He had a definite "can do" attitude, and was ready to jump in head first in order to help me in any way he could to make sure the shipment was a success. To add importance is that I am attempting to have my car shipped from Honolulu to California while I am trying to manage this as I currently am located in Dallas. Having Joseph as my wing man and a concerned and very responsive primary contact point is invaluable, since this is such a long distance transaction for me. If Joseph is a true representative of Ship A Car and the character of their associates, Ship A Car and Joseph deserve 5 Stars and beyond. Needless to say, I am a very satisfied customer.
Our CF Matters Hawaii
5.0
Ship A Car handled my transportation needs professionally and efficiently. They found a driver quickly, and stayed in contact with me throughout the journey so I would know when to expect my car. I am extremely pleased with this experience, and highly recommend them to others.
Emily S.
5.0
I was truly blessed by this company. They shipped my car from Washington state to Texas in the snow. They said my car will arrive in 7 days. My car arrived in 4 1/2 days. Which was earlier than expected. I'm grateful and thankful. Great company.
Truly Blessed
5.0
Excellent Service!! After speaking to three transport companies that didnt impress me, I called ShipACar...Wow..Danny, agent, made me feel at ease as he spoke with confidence and assured me I will not have to worry and I did not worry at all. Danny founded a driver in one hour!! Issicar Simmons (truck driver ) was efficient and professional! He transported my son's truck to Ft Hood Texas without any problems or delays and did not hesitate to pick up truck from my house..Wow! I highly recommend Ship A Car Inc..Money Well Spent!
