Car Transport in Southampton
Southampton sits on the M3 and M27, and its port is a major gateway for new-car imports and exports. That gives the city a distinctive profile: alongside dealer and private moves, carriers regularly collect freshly landed vehicles from the docks for delivery inland, and take cars to the port for shipping. Our car transport network covers the whole Southampton area with verified carriers.
Car Transport Costs in Southampton
Local Moves
£110-£240
Within Southampton or neighbouring areas
Long Distance
£330-£580
Cross-country moves to/from Southampton
Car transport prices in Southampton depend on distance, vehicle size, whether the car runs, and how flexible you are on dates. Shared loads are the cheapest option. The best way to find your actual cost is to compare quotes from multiple carriers.
Popular Car Transport Routes from Southampton
North on the M3 to London and the Midlands, east and west on the M27 along the south coast, and inland to the New Forest. Southampton is also the mainland departure point for Isle of Wight vehicle ferries via Red Funnel.
Car Transport FAQ — Southampton
- Can you collect an imported car from Southampton docks?
- Yes. Southampton is a major vehicle import port and carriers collect freshly landed cars for delivery inland regularly. Have your release and customs paperwork ready so collection isn't delayed by storage charges.
- How much is car transport from Southampton to London?
- Southampton to London is around 80 miles up the M3 and typically costs £170 to £300 depending on the car and your date flexibility.
- Can you take a car to Southampton for shipping?
- Yes. Carriers regularly deliver cars to the port for export or onward shipping. Give the shipping line's receiving address and any booking reference so the car reaches the right terminal on time.
- Are cars insured during transport in Southampton?
- Yes. Every verified carrier on TransportQuoteCompare carries goods-in-transit insurance covering your car during loading, transit, and unloading, and we check insurance certificates before a carrier can quote. Running and non-running cars are both accepted — just flag a non-runner when you post the job.
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