Car Shipping Allen, TX: Door-to-Door Auto Transport in Collin County
Ship a car to or from Allen and the north Dallas suburbs with NexGen Auto Transport. Open and enclosed carriers, full insurance and a free quote in minutes.
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Car shipping in Allen: the quick answer
NexGen Auto Transport ships cars to and from Allen and Collin County door to door on open and enclosed carriers. Trips to Austin, Houston or San Antonio usually cost $450–$650 and take 1–3 days, and every shipment is insured at no extra cost.
- Service area: Allen, Collin County and north Dallas–Fort Worth
- In-state trips: about $450–$650, 1–3 days
- Out of state: about $550–$1,200, 2–7 days
- Insurance: up to $250,000 open, $500,000 enclosed
- Licensing: FMCSA MC 1482694, USDOT 3969190
- Payment: reservation hold to book, balance on delivery. Get your Allen quote
Scheduled pickup
Tell us your first available date and we set a pickup window that fits your schedule, then keep you updated until the driver arrives in Allen.
Insurance Covered
Every shipment is insured at no extra cost: up to $250,000 on open carriers and up to $500,000 on enclosed carriers.
FMCSA registered
NexGen Auto Transport is registered with the FMCSA and U.S. DOT (MC 1482694, USDOT 3969190) and has shipped more than 150,000 vehicles since 2021.
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Auto Transport in Allen, TX
Allen sits on US-75 in Collin County, about 20 miles north of downtown Dallas, between Plano and McKinney. It is one of the fastest-growing parts of Dallas–Fort Worth, and carriers pass through the area every day. We pick up and deliver at your home, office or dealership, including gated neighborhoods when the community allows large trucks.
Many of our Allen customers are families and employees relocating to the Plano, Frisco and McKinney corporate corridor, people buying a car from a DFW dealer and shipping it out of state, and residents moving a second car or a classic. Because so many routes start in DFW, Allen pickups are usually easy to schedule.
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car to or from Allen?
Most in-state trips from Allen cost $450–$650 on an open carrier. Longer routes cost more in total but less per mile. These 2026 estimates are for a standard running sedan on an open carrier:
| To or from Allen | Miles | Open carrier | Transit time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City, OK | 200 | $450 – $650 | 1–3 days |
| Austin | 230 | $450 – $650 | 1–3 days |
| Houston | 280 | $450 – $650 | 1–3 days |
| San Antonio | 310 | $450 – $650 | 1–3 days |
| Denver, CO | 760 | $550 – $750 | 2–4 days |
| Atlanta, GA | 840 | $600 – $800 | 2–4 days |
| Chicago, IL | 920 | $600 – $850 | 2–4 days |
| Phoenix, AZ | 1,030 | $650 – $900 | 3–5 days |
| Miami, FL | 1,300 | $750 – $1,050 | 3–5 days |
| Los Angeles, CA | 1,450 | $850 – $1,150 | 3–5 days |
Enclosed transport costs about 1.4–1.5 times as much. SUVs, pickups and non-running vehicles cost more. See our car shipping cost guide and car shipping cost per mile for the full breakdown.
How Long Does Car Shipping Take From Allen?
Trips within Texas and to neighboring states usually take 1–3 days. Routes of about 1,000 miles take 3–5 days, and coast-to-coast moves to New York or California take 3–7 days. Moving within Dallas–Fort Worth? Short trips cost the minimum rate, so for a move of a few miles driving may be cheaper. If you need your car moved fast, ask about expedited auto transport.
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Car Shipping Services We Offer in Allen
Open carrier transport
The most affordable option and the one most customers choose. Your car rides on the same type of trailer that delivers new cars to dealerships.
Enclosed transport
Full protection from weather and road debris for luxury, classic and collector cars. Learn more about enclosed vehicle transport.
Door-to-door delivery
Pickup and delivery at your address anywhere in the Allen and Collin County area, as long as a large truck can reach it safely. Here is how door-to-door car shipping works.
Corporate relocation
Moving to or from a job in the Plano–Frisco corridor? We schedule pickup and delivery around your move dates and give you a detailed receipt for your relocation reimbursement.
Dealer and private-sale shipping
Bought a car from a DFW dealer or a private seller? We can pick it up and deliver it to your door. See how to transport a car from a dealership.
How to Book Car Shipping in Allen
- Get a free quote. Enter your pickup and delivery locations, vehicle and first available date.
- Reserve your spot. A card or electronic reservation hold books your shipment, and the balance is due on delivery. Cancelling is free before a carrier is assigned.
- Hand over your car. The driver inspects it with you and records its condition on the bill of lading.
- Receive your car. Inspect it again at delivery, sign, and pay the balance.
Before pickup, follow our car prep checklist.
Areas We Serve Around Allen
We pick up and deliver throughout Collin County and north DFW, including Plano, McKinney, Frisco, Fairview, Lucas, Parker, Murphy, Wylie, Prosper, Richardson and Garland.
Shipping somewhere else in Texas? See car shipping in Texas, or our pages for Houston, Dallas, Austin and San Antonio.
Why Choose NexGen for Allen Car Shipping
- Texas-based team: our office is in Stafford, in the Houston metro, so Texas routes are our home turf.
- Experience: more than 150,000 vehicles shipped since 2021.
- Licensed and insured: FMCSA MC 1482694, USDOT 3969190, with coverage up to $250,000 open and $500,000 enclosed.
- Fair terms: no upfront deposit, the balance due on delivery, and free cancellation before a carrier is assigned.
Frequently Asked Questions
Shipping a standard sedan between Allen and Austin, Houston or San Antonio usually costs $450–$650 on an open carrier and takes 1–3 days. SUVs, pickups and enclosed transport cost more.
Allen to Los Angeles is about 1,450 miles and usually takes 3–5 days on an open carrier.
Usually yes. If your street or HOA does not allow large trucks, we arrange to meet at a nearby parking lot, such as a shopping center, for pickup or delivery.
Many relocation packages cover car shipping. We provide a detailed receipt you can submit to your employer for reimbursement.
No. Any adult you authorize can hand over or receive the car and sign the bill of lading. Tell us their name and phone number when you book.