Preparing your vehicle for transport from Texas to Washington is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Clean and inspect your car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. Take photos of any existing damage for your records.

Remove personal items: Take out toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport. Remove custom accessories like bike racks or spoilers.

Check fluids and battery: Make sure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank) and that the battery works. Your car needs to start and drive onto the carrier.

Have keys ready: Keep one set of keys to give the driver. Make sure you have a spare set for yourself.

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

For complete details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps helps ensure your car arrives safely in Washington.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Texas to Washington. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your car ships, we check that your carrier’s insurance is current and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy for extra protection.

This insurance covers your vehicle throughout the entire journey from Texas to Washington. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is protected by professional-grade coverage.

We recommend scheduling your car shipping service from Texas to Washington at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can group your vehicle with other shipments heading the same direction
• More scheduling options: You’ll have first pick of available pickup and delivery windows
• Less stress: Avoid last-minute rush fees and limited availability

Peak season tip: During busy moving months (May through September), book 3-4 weeks ahead when possible. Texas to Washington is a popular route, so early planning pays off.

Need to ship sooner? We can often accommodate rush orders, but expect higher costs and fewer scheduling options.

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 common and budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer with other vehicles, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most cars and costs much less.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from weather, dust, and road debris during the long trip from Texas to Washington.

Choose open transport if you want to save money and have a regular daily driver. Pick enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, or car with custom paint that needs extra protection.

Most people choose open transport for Texas to Washington routes. Both options are safe and reliable. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details about which option fits your needs.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments from Texas to Washington. This means we pick up your car from your home, office, or chosen address in Texas and deliver it directly to your new location in Washington.

Here’s how it works: When you book your Texas to Washington car shipment, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our assigned carrier will coordinate with you to collect your vehicle from the Texas location and transport it directly to your Washington destination.

In some cases, large transport trucks may not be able to access certain residential streets due to low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or local restrictions. If this happens, don’t worry – our carrier will work with you to find a convenient nearby location like a shopping center, gas station, or open parking area that’s safe and accessible for both parties.

This door-to-door service saves you time and eliminates the need to drive to distant terminals, making your Texas to Washington move as smooth as possible.

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!