Shipping a Car from Springfield, IL to Augusta, GA
A 722-mile trip heading southeast, across six states, from Illinois to Georgia: that is Springfield to Augusta. That is around 14 hours of driving at car-hauler speeds; our transit estimate is 1–2 days after dispatch. It is a lighter lane, so flexibility on dates helps.
Timing and Seasonality
Augusta has a large military community, so summer permanent-change-of-station season (about May to August) tightens carrier space. Snow in the northern tier of states can push dates back from December to February; spring and fall run smoothest. Three weeks of lead time works well for 722 miles. Across Illinois expect harsh winters and strong winds off the lake; across Georgia, hot summers and the occasional ice event around Atlanta.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Springfield. Springfield sits on busy trucking corridors, which helps with availability. Louis. Illinois' capital at I-55/I-72, a lighter-volume lane than nearby Chicago or St.
Delivery in Augusta. Drivers often use the Augusta Regional Airport area as a staging reference. Home to Fort Eisenhower and a steady flow of military and retiree relocations along I-20. The main approaches to Augusta are I-20.
What Springfield to Augusta Costs
Current estimates put open transport for a standard sedan at $540–$795, which is about $0.92 per mile over 722 miles. SUVs and pickups usually add about 12% ($605–$890); enclosed sedan transport is $785–$1,155, roughly 45% more than open. Ending in Savannah instead (114 mi from Augusta) is estimated at $510–$725. For scale, Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD is a similar 720-mile move at $540–$790.
| Transport Type | Vehicle | Typical Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $540–$795 | Standard choice for everyday cars |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $605–$890 | Larger vehicles, same trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $605–$890 | Larger vehicles, same trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $785–$1,155 | Maximum protection from weather and debris |
Figures assume a standard sedan; your quote depends on pickup and drop-off points, condition and season.
The Route and Corridor
The direct line between the two cities crosses Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina and Georgia. In Kentucky, I-64, I-65 and I-75 meet around Louisville and Lexington. In Georgia, I-75, I-85 and I-20 converge on Atlanta, where traffic is heavy. Illinois: I-80, I-90, I-94 and I-55 all pass through the Chicago area. Pickup is on Central time and delivery on Eastern time, so a driver's call can come an hour off your clock. Toll roads in Illinois and Indiana are built into carrier pricing.
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.
- Remove loose items. Personal belongings are usually not insured in transit; clear the cabin before pickup in Springfield.
- Mention military orders. Service members should say so when quoting; some carriers hold space for orders-driven moves.