Shipping a Car from Houston, TX to Wichita, KS
The Houston–Wichita haul covers roughly 665 road miles northbound, through Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas. Allow 1–2 days after pickup, in line with roughly 13 hours of highway time. Volume is middling, so most customers find a carrier without much waiting.
The Route and Corridor
The direct line between the two cities crosses Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas. Oklahoma: I-35, I-40 and I-44 cross, and turnpikes are tolled. In Kansas, I-70 and I-35 cross, and the Kansas Turnpike is tolled. Metros near that straight-line path include Dallas (TX) and Oklahoma City (OK), although the actual interstate routing may bend around them. Toll roads in Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas are built into carrier pricing.
What Houston to Wichita Costs
We estimate open transport for a standard sedan at $500–$730, which is about $0.92 per mile over 665 miles. Enclosed shipping adds about 45% ($725–$1,060), while SUV and truck surcharges bring open pricing to $560–$820. For scale, Atlanta, GA to Fort Lauderdale, FL is a similar 696-mile move at $520–$765. Delivery to Tulsa, 132 miles from Wichita, would be $395–$580.
| Service | Car Type | Estimated Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $500–$730 | Standard choice for everyday cars |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $560–$820 | Larger vehicles, same trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $560–$820 | Larger vehicles, same trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $725–$1,060 | Luxury, classic and low-clearance cars |
Figures assume a standard sedan; your quote depends on pickup and drop-off points, condition and season.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Houston. Giant Gulf Coast metro and port with deep carrier supply, but exposed to hurricane-season delays. Trucks working Houston lean on I-10, I-45 and I-69. Houston has port activity, so imported or exported vehicles may need extra release time.
Delivery in Wichita. Trucks serving Wichita lean on I-135 and I-35. Kansas aviation-manufacturing city on I-35/I-135 in the middle of the Plains. The nearest major airport, Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National 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. Start getting quotes roughly two weeks ahead for a move of 665 miles. Across Texas expect severe spring storms, Gulf hurricanes and desert heat in the west; across Kansas, severe spring storms and strong winds.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Mention port status. If the car arrives from or leaves through a port near Houston, say so when you request quotes.
- Remove loose items. Personal belongings are usually not insured in transit; clear the cabin before pickup in Houston.
- Vet the carrier. Check the MC number on safer.fmcsa.dot.gov and get insurance terms in writing before paying a deposit.