Texas to Texas Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for an intrastate Texas car shipment is simple! Follow these key steps to ensure a smooth transport experience:

• Clean your car: Wash the exterior so any pre-existing scratches, dents, or damage are easy to spot and document before pickup.
• Document the condition: Take clear photos of all sides of your vehicle. This protects you in the unlikely event of a dispute.
• Remove personal items: Clear out any belongings from the interior. Carriers are not insured to cover personal items left in the car.
• Remove accessories: Take off any exterior add-ons like spoilers, roof racks, or bike mounts that could be damaged in transit.
• Remove your toll tag: Texas uses TxTag and other toll passes. Remove or disable yours to avoid unexpected charges during transport.
• Check fluids and tire pressure: Make sure there are no leaks and that your tires are properly inflated.
• Leave a quarter tank of gas: Enough fuel is needed to load and unload your vehicle, but a full tank adds unnecessary weight.
• Have a key ready: Provide your carrier with a working key at pickup.

For a full checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. A little prep goes a long way toward a stress-free Texas to Texas car shipping experience!

Yes, your vehicle is insured when shipping from Texas to Texas with Sherpa Auto Transport. Here is how we protect you:

• Liability Insurance: Every carrier we work with is required to carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance.
• Cargo Insurance: All carriers must also carry a minimum of $100,000 in cargo insurance, which covers your vehicle directly while it is in transit.
• Policy Verification: Before your vehicle is picked up, we verify that the carrier’s insurance policy is active and in good standing.
• Certificate Holder: All contracted carriers are required to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy, giving you an extra layer of protection.

Our quotes are also all-inclusive, so there are no hidden fees or surprise charges related to insurance coverage.

Still have questions about coverage? Contact our team — we are happy to walk you through the details before you book your Texas to Texas shipment.

The sooner you schedule, the better. We recommend booking your intrastate Texas car shipment at least two weeks in advance. However, the earlier you post your order, the more time carriers have to bundle your vehicle with other nearby shipments — which can mean faster pickup and lower costs.

Keep in mind that popular Texas routes (like Houston to Dallas or San Antonio to Austin) tend to fill up quickly, especially during peak moving seasons in summer and around holidays. Last-minute bookings are sometimes possible, but they may come with higher rates or longer wait times.

Not sure where to start? Get a free quote from Sherpa Auto Transport today and lock in your pickup date before your preferred slot fills up.

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 transport is the most popular and affordable option. Your vehicle rides on an open-air trailer — the same type used to deliver new cars to dealerships. It’s safe, reliable, and the right choice for most Texas to Texas shipments.

Enclosed transport costs roughly 50% more, but offers extra protection inside a covered trailer. It’s the best choice if you’re shipping a:

• Classic or antique car
• Luxury or exotic vehicle
• Car with a custom paint job or body modifications

For most standard vehicles, open transport is the smarter, more cost-effective choice. If your car has high value or sentimental worth, the added cost of enclosed shipping is worth the peace of mind.

Not sure which is right for you? Check out our open vs. enclosed auto transport guide for a full breakdown.

Yes! Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for all Texas to Texas shipments. This is the most convenient way to ship your vehicle — no need to drop it off at a terminal or hub.

Here’s how it works: when you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses anywhere in Texas. Your assigned carrier will come directly to you and deliver your vehicle to your specified destination.

Keep in mind that Texas has many rural areas, tight neighborhoods, and low-clearance roads that large transport trucks may not be able to access. If your address poses a challenge, your carrier will contact you to arrange a nearby alternative — such as a local gas station, parking lot, or wide open street. This is common and nothing to worry about.

Bottom line: door-to-door service saves you time and hassle, whether you’re shipping across the state from Houston to El Paso, Dallas to San Antonio, or anywhere else in the Lone Star State.

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!