Moving to another state? Bought a car at an online auction? Relocating a family member's vehicle? Vehicle relocation from Atlanta, GA is one of our most requested services — and one where the difference between a good provider and a bad one can cost you thousands. This guide explains how vehicle relocation works, what it costs, and why Long Distance Tows is Atlanta's go-to for interstate car transport.
Key difference: Vehicle relocation is a planned, scheduled transport — not an emergency tow. It's ideal for online car purchases, state-to-state moves, snowbird seasonal transport, and fleet relocations. We offer locked-in pricing, door-to-door delivery, and real-time updates. Call (770) 802-0831.
WHAT IS VEHICLE RELOCATION?
Vehicle relocation is the planned transport of a vehicle from one location to another — typically across state lines or long distances — where the owner is not driving the vehicle themselves. Common reasons include:
- Purchased a car online or at auction in Atlanta and need it delivered to your home state
- Relocating for work and shipping your vehicle ahead while you fly to your new city
- Snowbird transport — moving a vehicle between a primary and seasonal residence
- Family member relocation — transporting a vehicle for a family member who can't drive it themselves
- Fleet relocation — moving company vehicles from one location to another
- Classic or specialty car transport — moving a valuable vehicle safely over long distances
VEHICLE RELOCATION VS CAR SHIPPING — WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?
You'll often see "car shipping" advertised by brokers who contract out to carriers. The process typically involves listing your vehicle on a load board, waiting for a carrier to accept the job, and then having a third party — whom you've never spoken to — show up to transport your vehicle.
What we offer is different: direct vehicle relocation with no brokers, no middlemen, and no subcontractors. You call us, we quote you, our truck picks up your vehicle, and our driver delivers it. You have one point of contact throughout. You know exactly who is handling your vehicle from the moment it's loaded to the moment it arrives.
No brokers. No middlemen. When you call Long Distance Tows at (770) 802-0831, you're speaking directly with the company that will transport your vehicle. Not a dispatcher who will sell your job to a random carrier.
POPULAR ATLANTA VEHICLE RELOCATION ROUTES
Based in Atlanta, we run vehicle relocations to all major destinations across the US. Our most common routes from Atlanta include:
- Atlanta to Charlotte, NC — 4 hours, popular for job relocations
- Atlanta to Nashville, TN — 4 hours, growing tech sector moves
- Atlanta to Miami / Fort Lauderdale, FL — 10 hours, snowbird and retirement transport
- Atlanta to New York / New Jersey — 14 hours, corporate relocation
- Atlanta to Dallas / Houston, TX — 13 hours, oil and gas sector moves
- Atlanta to Washington DC / Northern Virginia — 11 hours, government and federal contractor relocation
- Atlanta to Los Angeles / Phoenix, AZ — 2-day cross-country run
HOW THE RELOCATION PROCESS WORKS
Step 1 — Get Your Quote
Call (770) 802-0831 or submit the online form with your pickup location, delivery destination, and vehicle details. We give you a firm price within minutes. No obligation, no pressure.
Step 2 — Schedule Pickup
Choose your preferred pickup date and time window. We work around your schedule. Pickup can be from a home, dealership, auction facility, repair shop, or any accessible location.
Step 3 — Vehicle Inspection at Pickup
Our driver documents the vehicle's condition at pickup — photos and a condition report. This protects both parties and ensures complete transparency about the vehicle's state before transport begins.
Step 4 — Transport with Real-Time Updates
Your vehicle is secured on our flatbed and transported to its destination. You receive updates at key milestones. Our driver is reachable throughout the run.
Step 5 — Delivery and Confirmation
We deliver to your specified address, conduct a final walkaround with the recipient, and confirm the vehicle arrived in the same condition it left. Payment is collected at the price quoted — nothing more.
RELOCATE YOUR VEHICLE FROM ATLANTA
Door-to-door, no brokers, locked-in pricing. Call now for your free vehicle relocation quote.
📞 (770) 802-0831 ✉ Free Quote OnlineTIPS FOR A SMOOTH VEHICLE RELOCATION
- Book 2–5 days in advance for planned relocations. This gives us time to schedule the right equipment and driver for your specific run.
- Clean out the vehicle completely before pickup. Personal items are not covered during transport and add unnecessary weight.
- Check your gas level. The vehicle should have approximately a quarter tank — enough to load and unload, but not so much that it adds significant weight.
- Disable any toll transponders (E-ZPass, Peach Pass) or remove them from the vehicle. The transponder may register tolls during transport that you wouldn't want charged to your account.
- Confirm insurance coverage. Check with your auto insurer whether your policy covers the vehicle during transport by a third party.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- How much does vehicle relocation from Atlanta cost?
- Cost depends on destination, vehicle type, and timing. Short hauls (Atlanta to Charlotte) may run $400–$700. Medium hauls (Atlanta to Miami) typically run $900–$1,400. Cross-country runs (Atlanta to LA) run $1,500–$2,500+. Call for your specific quote.
- Can you pick up from a dealership or auction?
- Yes. We pick up from dealerships, auto auctions, private sellers, repair facilities, and any accessible location. Just provide the address and contact at the pickup location.
- What if the vehicle is not running?
- Non-running vehicles are no problem on a flatbed. The vehicle is winched onto the carrier rather than driven up the ramp. Disclose the non-running condition when requesting your quote.
- Can I put personal items in the vehicle during relocation?
- We strongly advise against it. Personal items in the vehicle during transport are not covered by cargo insurance and can shift during transit. Ship personal belongings separately.