Long distance towing is what we do all day, every day — not a sideline bolted onto a local tow yard. Since 2010, Long Distance Towing has moved cars, trucks, motorcycles, and specialty vehicles across state lines, door to door, anywhere in the 48 contiguous states. One call, one price, one team responsible for your vehicle from pickup to delivery: (800) 216-6045.
What counts as long distance towing?
Anything beyond the range of a local hook-and-go — typically 100 miles or more, and usually across state lines. At that distance, the economics change. A local tow truck billing by the mile becomes wildly expensive past the county line, and most local operators won’t take the job anyway. Long distance moves run on different equipment: flatbeds and multi-car carriers built for highway miles, dispatched along planned routes so you’re not paying for a truck to drive back empty.
That’s the model we run. Your vehicle is loaded once, secured at four points, and stays on the same carrier until it reaches the destination address.
How much does long distance towing cost?
Two numbers drive the price: distance and vehicle size. Everything else — open vs. enclosed, running vs. non-running, pickup flexibility — adjusts from there. Real ranges from routes we run every week:
- New York to Florida — $1,200–$1,700, 3–5 days door to door
- California to North Carolina — from $1,145 for a standard sedan
- Short interstate hops (100–300 miles) — usually $350–$700
Per mile, long routes work out to roughly $0.90–$1.50 for open transport; enclosed runs 30–50% more. Non-running vehicles add a winch fee. If someone quotes you far below these ranges, ask how — the usual answer is a broker fishing with a bait price that changes after you commit. Our quotes are firm.
Open, enclosed, or flatbed — which one do you need?
Open carrier is the default and the best value. It’s how dealerships move inventory, and it’s right for daily drivers.
Enclosed transport protects classics, exotics, and low-clearance cars from weather and road debris. Worth it when the vehicle’s value or rarity justifies the premium.
Dedicated flatbed is the fastest option — your vehicle rides alone, straight through, no other pickups on the route. Choose this for tight deadlines or vehicles that can’t share a carrier.
We also run motorcycle shipping with soft-strap wheel chocks and dedicated skids — bikes need different securement than cars, and it shows when it’s done wrong.
How the process works
- Quote. Call (800) 216-6045 or use the quote form. We confirm vehicle, route, and timing, and give you a firm price.
- Pickup. Your driver calls ahead, inspects the vehicle with you, and you both sign the condition report. Photos are taken before loading.
- Transit. You get the driver’s direct contact. Most cross-country moves take 5–9 days; regional moves 1–4.
- Delivery. Same inspection at the destination against the pickup report. You pay the agreed price — no surprise fuel surcharges, no release fees.
Why people pick us over a marketplace broker
Most “towing companies” on page one of Google are lead resellers — they auction your job to whoever bids lowest, and your car rides with a carrier nobody vetted. We’re licensed and bonded (MC-724477 · USDOT 2247479), we run our own trucks, and when volume demands it we place vehicles only with carriers we’ve worked with before and whose insurance we’ve verified ourselves.
What that gets you in practice:
- One accountable party. The company that quoted you is the company answering the phone mid-transit.
- Real insurance. Cargo coverage on every load, and we’ll send you the certificate before pickup if you ask.
- Firm pricing. The number you approve is the number you pay.
- Door-to-door service. No terminals, no “meet us at the truck stop.”
Popular routes
Snowbird season keeps the I-95 corridor busy year-round — New York to Florida is our single most-run route. Coast-to-coast moves (California ↔ East Coast), Texas relocations, and college-season runs up and down the Midwest fill out the schedule. Browse all state-to-state routes for pricing and transit times on your specific lane.
Common questions
Can you tow a car that doesn’t run?
Yes. Tell us up front so the driver arrives with a winch. Non-running vehicles typically add $75–$150.
Can I leave belongings in the car?
Up to about 100 lbs in the trunk is generally fine. Nothing valuable, nothing visible in the cabin — personal items aren’t covered by cargo insurance.
Does long distance towing damage the vehicle?
Not when it’s done on proper equipment with correct securement. Flatbed and carrier transport keeps all four wheels off the road — here’s the full breakdown.
How far in advance should I book?
Three to seven days is ideal. We handle next-day pickups regularly, but lead time gets you better routing and pricing, especially in snowbird season (October–November southbound, March–April northbound).
Get a firm quote in minutes
Tell us the vehicle, the two ZIP codes, and roughly when you want it moved. You’ll get a real price — not a teaser — and a pickup window you can plan around. Call (800) 216-6045 or request a quote online.