Shipping a Car from Las Vegas, NV to Seattle, WA
Las Vegas, NV to Seattle, WA is a 1,022-mile northbound run that runs through Nevada, Oregon and Washington. A carrier needs about three days on the road at the usual 500 miles a day, and we estimate 2–3 days in transit once the car is loaded. Plenty of trucks run this lane, which helps availability.
What Las Vegas to Seattle Costs
We estimate open transport for a standard sedan at $615–$870, which is about $0.73 per mile over 1,022 miles. For a larger vehicle plan on $690–$975, and for enclosed carriage of a sedan plan on $890–$1,260 (about 45% above open). For scale, Dallas, TX to Milwaukee, WI is a similar 1,021-mile move at $615–$870. Going the other way, Seattle, WA to Las Vegas, NV is estimated at $625–$880.
| Transport Type | Car Type | Estimated Cost | Why Choose It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $615–$870 | Standard choice for everyday cars |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $690–$975 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $690–$975 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $890–$1,260 | Luxury, classic and low-clearance cars |
Prices shown are for a typical sedan; your quote depends on pickup and drop-off points, condition and season.
The Route and Corridor
Along the way the route touches Nevada, Oregon and Washington. Oregon: I-5 runs north-south and I-84 follows the Columbia Gorge. In Washington, I-5 runs the Puget Sound corridor and I-90 crosses the Cascades.
Timing and Seasonality
Spring brings a rush of northbound cars from Las Vegas, so lock in dates early between March and May. Mountain passes along the way can close in winter storms, adding a day or two between December and March. Desert heat rarely stops trucks, but midday loading can be hard, so early-morning pickups are common. Start getting quotes roughly three weeks ahead for a move of 1,022 miles. Across Nevada expect desert heat and Sierra snow near Reno; across Washington, rain and snow on Snoqualmie Pass and the Cascades.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Las Vegas. Carriers usually load around I-15. Drivers often use the Harry Reid International Airport area as a staging reference. Las Vegas is a seasonal-resident destination, so fall and spring bring surges of traffic.
Delivery in Seattle. Winter weather near Seattle is a real scheduling factor from December to March. Seattle has port activity, so imported or exported vehicles may need extra release time. Trucks serving Seattle lean on I-5 and I-90.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Be flexible on the date. A five-day pickup window lets dispatchers slot your car into a load heading north.
- Mention port status. If the car arrives from or leaves through a port near Seattle, say so when you request quotes.
- Choose the trailer deliberately. Open at $615–$870 fits most cars; enclosed at $890–$1,260 suits luxury, classic or low cars.