Shipping a Car from Fort Worth, TX to Savannah, GA
Moving a car from Fort Worth to Savannah means about 1,127 miles eastbound, through Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia. Transit after dispatch is about 2–3 days (23 hours of driving, plus stops). Fewer trucks run this lane, so give the dispatcher a few days of leeway.
What Fort Worth to Savannah Costs
Over 1,127 miles, an open-trailer sedan runs $675–$960 ($0.73 per mile). For a larger vehicle plan on $755–$1,075, and for enclosed carriage of a sedan plan on $980–$1,390 (about 45% above open). If you can start from Dallas (30 mi away) the estimate is $655–$925, $20 cheaper. A comparable-length trip, Chicago, IL to Denver, CO (1,092 mi), is priced at $655–$930. Delivery to Augusta, 114 miles from Savannah, would be $635–$900.
| Trailer | Vehicle | Estimated Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $675–$960 | Standard choice for everyday cars |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $755–$1,075 | Larger vehicles, same trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $755–$1,075 | Larger vehicles, same trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $980–$1,390 | High-value or low cars |
Prices shown are for a typical sedan; actual quotes vary with exact addresses, condition and season.
The Route and Corridor
The direct line between the two cities crosses Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia. Expect humid summers and Gulf storm risk near the coast in Alabama. In Georgia, I-75, I-85 and I-20 converge on Atlanta, where traffic is heavy. Texas: I-35, I-10, I-45, I-20 and I-40 cross a state where El Paso to Houston is about 750 miles. Metros near that straight-line path include Jackson (MS) and Montgomery (AL), although the actual interstate routing may bend around them. Pickup is on Central time and delivery on Eastern time, so a driver's call can come an hour off your clock.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Fort Worth. The main approaches to Fort Worth are I-30, I-35W and I-820. The nearest major airport, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, is a common landmark for meeting a driver. Sister city to Dallas on I-30/I-35W/I-820, with the same deep pool of carriers.
Delivery in Savannah. Historic coastal city with a major deepwater auto port on I-16/I-95. The main approaches to Savannah are I-16 and I-95. The nearest major airport, Hilton Head International Airport, is a common landmark for meeting a driver.
Timing and Seasonality
High Plains winter storms and spring thunderstorms are the main weather risks, so late spring and early fall are calmest. From June to November, tropical weather can force carriers to reroute near the coast, so leave a few spare days. Start getting quotes roughly three weeks ahead for a move of 1,127 miles. Across Texas expect severe spring storms, Gulf hurricanes and desert heat in the west; across Georgia, hot summers and the occasional ice event around Atlanta.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Vet the carrier. Check the MC number on safer.fmcsa.dot.gov and get insurance terms in writing before paying a deposit.
- Be flexible on the date. A five-day pickup window lets dispatchers slot your car into a load heading east.
- Remove loose items. Personal belongings are usually not insured in transit; clear the cabin before pickup in Fort Worth.