Shipping a Car from Savannah, GA to Tacoma, WA
Savannah, GA to Tacoma, WA is a 2,856-mile northwestbound lane that runs across ten states, from Georgia to Washington. Allow 5–8 days after pickup, in line with roughly 57 hours of highway time. It is a lighter lane, so flexibility on dates helps.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Savannah. A working port in the Savannah area means customs and terminal release can affect timing for some vehicles. Drivers often use the Hilton Head International Airport area as a staging reference. Trucks working Savannah lean on I-16 and I-95.
Delivery in Tacoma. Tacoma has port activity, so imported or exported vehicles may need extra release time. Puget Sound port city on I-5 with a busy auto and cargo terminal. Trucks serving Tacoma lean on I-5.
Timing and Seasonality
Mountain passes along the way can close in winter storms, adding a day or two between December and March. Start getting quotes roughly four weeks ahead for a move of 2,856 miles. Across Georgia expect hot summers and the occasional ice event around Atlanta; across Washington, rain and snow on Snoqualmie Pass and the Cascades.
What Savannah to Tacoma Costs
Over 2,856 miles, a standard sedan on open transport runs $1,140–$1,715 ($0.50 per mile). Fixed costs spread thinly over this many miles, which pulls the rate down. For a larger vehicle plan on $1,275–$1,920, and for enclosed carriage of a sedan plan on $1,655–$2,485 (about 45% above open). A comparable-length trip, Seattle, WA to Newark, NJ (2,849 mi), is priced at $1,140–$1,710. Loading in Augusta, about 114 miles from Savannah, is $45 cheaper at $1,095–$1,640.
| Transport Type | Vehicle | Typical Price | Why Choose It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $1,140–$1,715 | Lowest cost, most common |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $1,275–$1,920 | Taller, heavier vehicles |
| Open | Minivan | $1,275–$1,920 | Taller, heavier vehicles |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $1,655–$2,485 | Maximum protection from weather and debris |
Estimates are for a standard sedan; actual quotes vary with pickup and drop-off points, condition and season.
The Route and Corridor
A carrier on this lane works through Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho and Washington. In Montana, I-90, I-94 and I-15 cover very long distances between cities. In Tennessee, I-40, I-65, I-24 and I-75 meet around Nashville and Knoxville. Nebraska: I-80 follows the Platte River valley across the state. Augusta (GA), Atlanta (GA) and Nashville (TN) sit close to the corridor, which is why trucks often add or drop vehicles there. Pickup is on Eastern time and delivery on Pacific time, so a driver's call can come an hour off your clock.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Vet the carrier. Check the MC number on safer.fmcsa.dot.gov and get insurance terms in writing before paying a deposit.
- Choose the trailer deliberately. Open at $1,140–$1,715 fits most cars; enclosed at $1,655–$2,485 suits luxury, classic or low cars.
- Inspect at both ends. Walk around the car with the driver in Savannah and again in Tacoma, and note anything on the bill of lading.