Interlane operates direct vehicle transport from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY with full insurance coverage, real-time shipment tracking, and flexible open or enclosed service options tailored to your vehicle and timeline. Every shipment is managed end-to-end by our own team, so your car moves from British Columbia to New York without gaps, handoffs, or guesswork.
Shipping your vehicle from Vancouver to New York typically costs between $3,608 – $9,881 CAD depending on service level and vehicle type. Standard transit time is approximately 11 days, with express options available for time-sensitive shipments. Customs documentation and insurance are included.
| Option | Low | Average | High | Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3,608 | $4,009 | $4,410 | Weekly departures | Residential pickup and delivery from Vancouver to New York | |
| $8,085 | $8,983 | $9,881 | Bi-weekly departures | Recommended for luxury, classic, or high-value vehicles |
Low
$3,608
Avg
$4,009
High
$4,410
Residential pickup and delivery from Vancouver to New York
Low
$8,085
Avg
$8,983
High
$9,881
Recommended for luxury, classic, or high-value vehicles
The Vancouver to New York corridor attracts a wide range of customers — families relocating from the Lower Mainland to the tri-state area, dealerships moving inventory between western Canada and the US East Coast, corporate transferees on tight timelines, and online vehicle buyers who've purchased privately or at auction across the border. Interlane handles every shipment end-to-end, from pickup at your Vancouver address through customs clearance and final delivery in New York.
This is one of the longest cross-border corridors in North America, covering roughly 4,500 kilometres through dramatically shifting terrain. From Vancouver, the route moves east through the Fraser Valley and into the Rocky Mountains before the landscape opens onto the Alberta and Saskatchewan plains. Crossing into the United States typically occurs at the busy Sweetgrass–Coutts port of entry on the Montana border, from which the route continues south and east through Montana on I-15, connecting to I-90 through Wyoming, South Dakota, Minnesota, and Wisconsin before transitioning through Chicago-area interstates into Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, ultimately entering New York State on I-80 or I-78 toward the New York City metropolitan area. Mountain pass conditions, winter weather across the northern plains and Great Lakes, and congested urban corridors approaching New York City are all real factors on this route — ones Interlane's team plans around in advance. All shipments move under full insurance, are priced transparently in CAD with no hidden conversion markups, and Interlane manages all customs documentation and import/export paperwork on both sides of the border.
Use our shipping calculator to get an instant CAD quote for Vancouver to New York cross-border transport.
Confirm your pickup window, select open or enclosed service, and provide vehicle details so our dispatch team can plan your route from Vancouver to New York with the right equipment and timing.
Our driver comes directly to your address, whether that's a residence in Kitsilano or Burnaby, a dealership lot in Richmond, or a commercial property in the Fraser Valley — no drop-off to a terminal required.
Interlane prepares and manages all customs paperwork on both the Canadian and US sides of the border, typically crossing at the Coutts, AB / Sweetgrass, MT port of entry, so your vehicle moves across the border without delays caused by missing or incorrect documentation.
Your vehicle is delivered directly to your destination address, whether that's a Manhattan garage, a driveway on Long Island, a dealership in Queens, or a private residence anywhere in the five boroughs or greater New York metro area.
Use our shipping calculator to get an instant CAD quote for Vancouver to New York cross-border transport.
Confirm your pickup window, select open or enclosed service, and provide vehicle details so our dispatch team can plan your route from Vancouver to New York with the right equipment and timing.
Our driver comes directly to your address, whether that's a residence in Kitsilano or Burnaby, a dealership lot in Richmond, or a commercial property in the Fraser Valley — no drop-off to a terminal required.
Interlane prepares and manages all customs paperwork on both the Canadian and US sides of the border, typically crossing at the Coutts, AB / Sweetgrass, MT port of entry, so your vehicle moves across the border without delays caused by missing or incorrect documentation.
Your vehicle is delivered directly to your destination address, whether that's a Manhattan garage, a driveway on Long Island, a dealership in Queens, or a private residence anywhere in the five boroughs or greater New York metro area.
Canada–USA Border Expertise on the Montana Crossing
Rocky Mountain and Northern Plains Route Knowledge
Great Lakes Corridor Experience
Door-to-Door Service Across 4,500 Kilometres
Transparent CAD Pricing with No Cross-Border Markup Surprises
Your car is dropped off at a designated shipping terminal and picked up at another terminal near the destination.
The shipping company picks up your car from your specified location and delivers it directly to the destination address via rail.
Your car is picked up at a designated address and dropped off at another address, typically your home or office.
Your car is transported in a covered truck or trailer, protecting it from weather, debris, and road conditions.
All Vancouver to New York vehicle shipments with Interlane are conducted door-to-door. There is no terminal drop-off option on this cross-border corridor — we pick up directly from your location in the Greater Vancouver area and deliver directly to your specified address in New York.
When timing is critical on a cross-border move of this distance, express shipping prioritises your vehicle's placement on the next available transport heading east toward the US border. This is a strong option for corporate relocations and time-sensitive dealership inventory moves where waiting out a standard queue isn't viable.
The Vancouver to New York route crosses mountain passes, open plains, and dense urban corridors — all of which expose vehicles to road debris, weather, and seasonal road treatments that can damage unprotected paintwork and exteriors. Enclosed transport keeps your vehicle fully protected inside a hard-sided carrier for the entire journey from British Columbia to New York.
Larger SUVs and three-row vehicles are a common shipment on this corridor, particularly for families relocating from the Lower Mainland to the New York metro area who need their primary family vehicle at the destination without putting cross-country kilometres on it. Our equipment is loaded and configured to accommodate full-size SUVs safely across the long haul from BC to New York.
Electric vehicles shipped cross-border from Vancouver to New York travel at a partial state of charge as required for safe long-haul transport, and Interlane's team is familiar with the specific handling requirements that EVs demand during loading and transit. Enclosed transport is strongly recommended for EVs on this corridor to protect battery systems and exterior components from road debris on the mountain and plains sections of the route.
High-value vehicles — European sports cars, executive sedans, performance coupes — move on this route exclusively via enclosed carrier to protect them from the gravel, salt, and weather exposure that open transport carries on a corridor this long. Every luxury shipment is managed with the documentation precision and chain-of-custody care that high-value cross-border transport demands.
Classic and antique vehicles crossing from Vancouver to New York require enclosed transport and careful attention to import/export documentation, particularly for vehicles that may have modified components or unique valuation for customs purposes. Interlane handles the paperwork and the physical transport, ensuring your antique arrives in New York in the same condition it left Vancouver.
Not sure which car shipping option is right for you? Our team is available 24/7 to answer your questions about routes, costs, and delivery times. Give us a call or send us a message — we’re happy to help.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Vancouver to New York?
The cost of shipping a vehicle from Vancouver to New York typically ranges from $3,608 to $4,410 CAD, depending on the service type, vehicle size, and time of year. Enclosed transport runs higher than open due to capacity and equipment costs, and peak periods — particularly late summer relocations and spring snowbird returns — can push pricing upward due to demand on this corridor. Interlane provides firm, transparent CAD quotes with no hidden cross-border fees.
How long does it take to ship a car from Vancouver to New York?
Transit time from Vancouver to New York is approximately 11 days, which includes road time across the full corridor and processing at the Canada–US border crossing. The Coutts–Sweetgrass port of entry is a well-managed commercial crossing, but wait times can vary with commercial traffic volumes, so Interlane factors border processing into scheduling from the outset. Weather on the Rocky Mountain and northern plains sections of the route during winter months can also influence final delivery timing.
Is my vehicle insured during transport from Vancouver to New York?
Yes — your vehicle is covered by full insurance from the moment it is picked up in Vancouver through the border crossing and for the entire transit to your New York delivery address. Cross-border shipments are no different from domestic transport in terms of coverage continuity — there is no gap in insurance at the border or at any relay point along the way. In the unlikely event of any transport-related damage, Interlane's claims process is straightforward and fully documented.
Does Interlane handle customs paperwork for cross-border shipments?
Yes — Interlane manages all customs documentation and import/export paperwork on both the Canadian and US sides of the border, so you do not need to arrange any of this separately or deal with customs brokers on your own. We prepare the required export documentation on the Canadian side and handle US Customs and Border Protection import requirements for your vehicle. All you need to do is provide standard vehicle information when you book — our team takes it from there.
Can Canadian snowbirds ship their vehicle from Vancouver to New York through Interlane?
While the Vancouver to New York route is more commonly used for relocations and dealership transport than the classic snowbird run to Florida or Arizona, Interlane absolutely accommodates seasonal vehicle shipping for Canadians moving their vehicle south for extended US stays or returning home in spring. Demand on cross-border corridors from western Canada peaks in late September through October as Canadians head south, and again in March through April on the return — booking four to six weeks ahead during these windows is strongly recommended to secure your preferred pickup date. Our team manages the cross-border paperwork regardless of the season, making the process straightforward whether you're shipping once or making it an annual routine.
