The Woodlands, TX Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from The Woodlands, TX is simple. Follow these key steps:

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll tags, and loose items. These aren’t covered by insurance during transit.

Check for leaks: Make sure your car has no fluid leaks and the battery is secure.

Disable alarms: Turn off car alarms to avoid issues during transport.

Maintain fuel levels: Keep your gas tank at about 1/4 full. This reduces weight while providing enough fuel for loading and unloading.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver.

Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, or custom antennas that could get damaged.

For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup from The Woodlands and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from The Woodlands, TX. All carriers in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment begins, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection and peace of mind.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in The Woodlands until delivery at your destination. If you’d like to review the carrier’s insurance details, we’re happy to provide that information before your shipment.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from The Woodlands, TX at least 1-2 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and match your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

That said, the earlier you book, the better. Scheduling 3-4 weeks ahead offers you:

• More carrier options and competitive pricing
• Flexible pickup dates that work with your schedule
• Better availability during busy seasons (summer and holidays)

Need to ship sooner? We can often arrange pickups with as little as 2-3 days notice, though your options may be more limited and rates slightly higher.

Pro tip: If you have firm moving dates, book as soon as you know your schedule. The Woodlands is near Houston, which helps—carriers frequently travel through this major metro area, making pickups more flexible than rural locations.

No payment is due at the time of booking. We do require a payment method on file so that it is available to charge once a carrier is secured. We accept all major debit and credit cards, including Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express. The most convenient option is to pay for your shipment in full by credit card at the time a carrier is secured.

We also allow you to pay for your Initial Payment via credit or debit card and then pay the outstanding balance on delivery day via cash or a certified check made out to the carrier.

Your Sherpa shipment includes up to 100 lbs of personal items or household goods stored in the trunk area or secured below the window line. If you are shipping to or from a port or your shipment includes ocean transit, your vehicle must be emptied of all items. Sherpa and your assigned carrier cannot be responsible for personal items left inside the vehicle. See our Vehicle Shipping Tips for more details.

Yes. It is important that you, or another adult that you trust, is there for pickup and delivery of your vehicle. This designated person plays an important role in the shipping process including documenting the state of the vehicle and signing the Bill of Lading, which acts as a receipt of the vehicle’s condition.

Open auto transport is the most common and affordable option, where your vehicle is loaded onto an open-air trailer alongside other cars. Your car is exposed to weather and road elements during transit, but it’s perfectly safe for most vehicles. About 90% of cars shipped nationwide use this method.

Enclosed auto transport provides full protection inside a covered trailer, shielding your vehicle from weather, dust, and road debris. This premium service costs 40-60% more than open transport but is ideal for luxury cars, classic vehicles, exotic sports cars, or any car with custom paint or high value.

Which should you choose? For standard daily drivers, open transport is reliable and cost-effective. If you’re shipping a high-value vehicle in The Woodlands, enclosed transport offers peace of mind and maximum protection. Both options are fully insured and safe.

Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from The Woodlands, TX. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book with us, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery locations. Our carrier will come right to your door in The Woodlands, whether you’re in the master-planned community neighborhoods, near The Woodlands Mall area, or anywhere else in the region.

Important to know: In some cases, large car carriers may have difficulty accessing certain streets due to low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or tight turns. If your location isn’t accessible for a full-size carrier, our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot—like a grocery store parking lot or gas station. This is rare, but we want to be transparent about the process.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. No need to drive to a terminal or drop-off location. We handle the logistics so you can focus on your move.

Many Auto Transport companies try to tease customers with lower rates, only to surprise you with “hidden costs” later. At Sherpa Auto Transport, we do things differently. We provide one locked-in price upfront and stick to it. If unexpected costs arise, we pay them out of our own pocket.

While we may not always be the cheapest option at first glance, our commitment to transparency and reliability offers exceptional value. As a premium service, we ensure an stress-free experience from start to finish.

We transport sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, vans and motorcycles across the nation, including service to Alaska and Hawaii. At this time, we do not service boats, golf carts, ATVs, or RVs. We can ship both operable and inoperable vehicles so long as the vehicle can roll, brake, and steer, and that you can provide the carrier with a key to the vehicle. We can also ship electric vehicles.

Visit Sherpa’s FAQ page to learn more about car shipping!