Shipping a Car from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore, MD
Ship from Philadelphia and the car covers about 107 miles southwestbound to Baltimore, through Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland. A carrier needs about one day on the road at the usual 500 miles a day, and we estimate 1–2 days in transit once the car is loaded. Volume is middling, so most customers find a carrier without much waiting.
What Philadelphia to Baltimore Costs
Current estimates put open transport for a standard sedan at $350–$370, which is about $3.36 per mile over 107 miles. At this distance the carrier minimum drives the price more than the mileage does. For a larger vehicle plan on $390–$415, and for enclosed carriage of a sedan plan on $510–$535 (about 45% above open). If you can start from New York City (81 mi away) the estimate is $350–$370, within a few dollars. A comparable-length trip, San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX (88 mi), is priced at $350–$370. Delivery to Allentown, 110 miles from Baltimore, would be $350–$370.
| Trailer | Vehicle | Typical Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $350–$370 | Lowest cost, most common |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $390–$415 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $390–$415 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $510–$535 | Luxury, classic and low-clearance cars |
Estimates are for a standard sedan; your quote depends on exact addresses, condition and season.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Philadelphia. Delaware River port city with I-76, I-95 and I-676 and tight rowhouse streets. Carriers usually load around I-676, I-76 and I-95. A working port in the Philadelphia area means customs and terminal release can affect timing for some vehicles. Expect to meet the driver at an open lot because of street and tunnel limits.
Delivery in Baltimore. Drivers often use the Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport area as a staging reference. Trucks serving Baltimore lean on I-83, I-895 and I-95. A working port in the Baltimore area means customs and terminal release can affect timing for some vehicles. Large rigs often cannot reach residential blocks here, so a parking-lot handoff is typical.
The Route and Corridor
Along the way the route touches Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland. Expect mild, with occasional coastal storms in Delaware. Maryland: I-95 passes through the Baltimore tunnels, which restrict some loads.
Timing and Seasonality
With only 107 miles between Philadelphia and Baltimore, weather matters less than carrier availability; a local operator or single-car trailer can sometimes be quicker and cheaper. For a 107-mile trip, request quotes about two weeks before pickup. Across Pennsylvania expect snow on the Allegheny mountain grades; across Maryland, snow in the west and coastal storms in the east.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Remove loose items. Personal belongings are usually not insured in transit; clear the cabin before pickup in Philadelphia.
- Mention port status. If the car arrives from or leaves through a port near Philadelphia, say so when you request quotes.
- Be flexible on the date. A four-day pickup window lets dispatchers slot your car into a load heading southwest.