Key takeaways
- Plan for a pickup window of about 1 to 5 business days after booking.
- Typical time on the road: 1 to 3 days for short routes and about 7 to 10 days coast to coast.
- Weather, remote locations, and holidays can add time; flexible dates help.
- Track your order with your order number and the last 4 digits of your phone.
Part 1: the pickup window
After you book, we assign a carrier already running your route. Most pickups happen within 1 to 5 business days. Popular city-to-city routes are often faster; rural pickups and enclosed transport can take longer to schedule.
Part 2: time on the road
| Distance | Typical transit |
|---|---|
| Under 500 miles | 1 to 3 days |
| 500 to 1,500 miles | 3 to 5 days |
| 1,500 to 2,500 miles | 5 to 8 days |
| Coast to coast (2,500+ miles) | 7 to 10 days |
Drivers are limited by federal hours-of-service rules and usually have other stops along the way, so a carrier covers a few hundred miles a day.
What can slow things down
- Weather, especially winter routes through mountain passes.
- Remote pickup or delivery addresses.
- Holidays and peak seasons (summer moves, snowbird season).
- Last-minute changes to the address or vehicle condition.
How to get your car sooner
- Book 1 to 2 weeks ahead.
- Give a flexible pickup window.
- Meet the driver at an easy-to-reach spot if your street is hard for a large truck.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to ship a car across the country?
About 7 to 10 days on the road for coast-to-coast routes, after a pickup window of about 1 to 5 business days.
How soon can my car be picked up?
Most pickups happen within 1 to 5 business days of booking; popular routes are often faster.
Can I track my car during shipping?
Yes. Use your order number and the last 4 digits of your phone on the Track page.
What vehicle transportation problems can the TS Fast Car Shipping Hotline help with?
Our Car Shipping Hotline, (888) 885-0991, is for anyone with a vehicle transportation or logistics problem anywhere in the United States: booking a car, SUV, truck, motorcycle or RV shipment, a carrier that cancelled or never showed up, an urgent or expedited pickup, a vehicle that does not run, a military PCS move, or a delayed delivery. Call and a specialist will help you work out the next step.
Does TS Fast Auto Logistics transport vehicles to every state?
Yes. We arrange door-to-door vehicle transport between any two US states, nationwide. Hawaii, Alaska, and commercial, oversized or very heavy vehicles are quoted individually. We transport vehicles only: we do not ship packages, parcels or household goods, and we are not a local tow or roadside assistance service.