Shipping a Car from Savannah, GA to Denver, CO
Moving a car from Savannah to Denver means about 1,704 miles heading northwest, across seven states, from Georgia to Colorado. Allow 3–5 days after pickup, in line with roughly 34 hours of highway time. Fewer trucks run this lane, so give the dispatcher a few days of leeway.
What Savannah to Denver Costs
Over 1,704 miles, an open-trailer sedan runs $850–$1,195 ($0.60 per mile). Enclosed shipping adds about 45% ($1,230–$1,735), while SUV and truck surcharges bring open pricing to $950–$1,340. Loading in Augusta, about 114 miles from Savannah, is $50 cheaper at $800–$1,120. A comparable-length trip, Fort Worth, TX to Spokane, WA (1,749 mi), is priced at $875–$1,225. Delivery to Boulder, 33 miles from Denver, would be $865–$1,210.
| Transport Type | Vehicle | Estimated Cost | Why Choose It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $850–$1,195 | Lowest cost, most common |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $950–$1,340 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $950–$1,340 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $1,230–$1,735 | High-value or low cars |
Prices shown are for a typical sedan; your quote depends on pickup and drop-off points, condition and season.
Timing and Seasonality
High Plains winter storms and spring thunderstorms are the main weather risks, so late spring and early fall are calmest. From June to November, tropical weather can force carriers to reroute near the coast, so leave a few spare days. Start getting quotes roughly three weeks ahead for a move of 1,704 miles. Across Georgia expect hot summers and the occasional ice event around Atlanta; across Colorado, heavy mountain snow on I-70 and Front Range storms.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Savannah. The nearest major airport, Hilton Head International Airport, is a common landmark for meeting a driver. Historic coastal city with a major deepwater auto port on I-16/I-95. The main approaches to Savannah are I-16 and I-95.
Delivery in Denver. Trucks serving Denver lean on I-25 and I-70. Denver sits on busy trucking corridors, which helps with availability. Winter weather near Denver is a real scheduling factor from December to March.
The Route and Corridor
A carrier on this lane works through Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas and Colorado. In Kansas, I-70 and I-35 cross, and the Kansas Turnpike is tolled. In Arkansas, I-40 and I-30 cross at Little Rock. In Georgia, I-75, I-85 and I-20 converge on Atlanta, where traffic is heavy. Atlanta (GA), Memphis (TN) and Wichita (KS) sit close to the corridor, which is why trucks often add or drop vehicles there. Pickup is on Eastern time and delivery on Mountain time, so a driver's call can come an hour off your clock.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Inspect at both ends. Walk around the car with the driver in Savannah and again in Denver, and note anything on the bill of lading.
- Choose the trailer deliberately. Open at $850–$1,195 fits most cars; enclosed at $1,230–$1,735 suits luxury, classic or low cars.
- Mention port status. If the car arrives from or leaves through a port near Savannah, say so when you request quotes.