Shipping Military Vehicles: Requirements & Discounts

Our military POV shipping services apply to PCS moves both within the United States and internationally, as well as Hawaii and Alaska. We have one of the largest fleets of transport carriers in the industry, including overseas shipping vessels, that operate year round in every part of the world. Discounts are available for all active and retired service members.

Cost & Time To Ship Your Military Vehicle Examples

Shipping To/From	Cost	Distance	Estimated Time In Transit
New York, NY to Boston, MA	$195	216 mi	2-4 days
Dallas, TX to Memphis, TN	$563	463 mi	2-4 days
Denver, CO to Dallas, TX	$504	805 mi	3-5 days
Los Angeles, CA to Denver, CO	$510	1017 mi	4-6 days
Denver, CO to Columbus, OH	$663	1271 mi	4-6 days
Phoenix, AZ to Memphis, TN	$758	1430 mi	4-6 days
Detroit, MI to Las Vegas, NV	$1069	1999 mi	5-7 days
Seattle, WA to Memphis, TN	$1100	2303 mi	6-8 days
New York, NY to Phoenix, AZ	$1152	2421 mi	7-9 days
Miami, FL to Seattle, WA	$1199	3320 mi	7-9 days

*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and what type of vehicle you are shipping.
*Call us today or fill out the form to get a free quote on discounted military shipments.

POV Transfer Requirements

The vehicle must be owned or being leased by a member of the military or a dependent
The auto must be self-propelled and legal on public highways
If a leased vehicle, written consent for transport must be included from the third party
Must have four wheels or more, with exceptions for mopeds and motorcycles

Military Discounts

For active duty military and veterans, we offer discounts on military car shipping. Regardless of your current location or where you need a vehicle moved, we offer a price break to all active duty and retired military personnel. Our discounts apply to all branches of the armed forces: Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force & Coast Guard.

Our Military Reviews from Veterans

William Hastings

"Your Military POV shipping services to Hawaii were both punctual and precise. The employees were friendly and professional. Thank you."

Douglas Pike

"Our family sedan arrived safely, along with my vintage motorcycle. We are more than satisfied with your service and will recommend it."

David K. Farnsworth

"My Lexus arrived in Germany ahead of schedule thanks to your capable staff and your international connections. I value your reliability and respect your efficiency. Thanks again!"

Forms Required For Military Auto Transport

The links below are for the official forms from the Defense Technical Information Center that you’ll need to complete before being able to have a company transport you auto, motorcycle or van.

*Please note: you will also need your military ID to pick up your vehicle at its destination point. For transporting a car to the U.S. from another country, Alaska or Hawaii (OCONUS to CONUS POV shipping), a valid U.S. street address will be needed for the vehicle to get through customs.

Have questions about military car transport? Call us today at 1-800-452-2880 and we’ll be happy to answer your questions! A-1 Auto Transport ships vehicles worldwide. You can also click here to get a free, no-obligation to buy price quote to ship your car.

Military Car Transport Resources

USA.gov - The official web portal for the U.S. government has a wealth of resources, including government services, agencies, and job prospects.

Military Base Guide - A list of Army, Navy, AIr Force and Marine bases around the United States. Search by name, location or military branch.

Shipping Your POV - An in depth guide on shipping your POV.

Written By:
Joe Webster

Joe Webster began his journey in the auto transport field by attending the University of Southern California (USC), where he graduated with a Bachelor of Business Marketing.

After college, he started his career in the auto transport industry from the bottom up and has done virtually every job there is to do at A-1 Auto Transport, including but not limited to: Truck Driver, Dispatch, Sales, PR, Bookkeeping, Transport Planner, Transport Manager, International Transport Manager, Brokering, Customer Service, and Marketing. Working with his mentor Tony Taylor, Joe Webster has learned the ins and outs of this industry which is largely misunderstood.

With over 30 years experience in the industry, we've been helping people ship their vehicles, motorcycles, RV's, heavy equipment, household goods and more across the country or overseas without a hitch. Ask us anything.

Table of Contents

Shipping Military Vehicles: Requirements & Discounts
Cost & Time To Ship Your Military Vehicle Examples
POV Transfer Requirements
Military Discounts
Our Military Reviews from Veterans
Forms Required For Military Auto Transport
Military Car Transport Resources
Related Information & FAQ

Satisfied Customers

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A great company which I would definitely recommend to others!

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A truly fortunate experience.

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A1 Auto is kind of like your favourite mom and pop pizza parlour

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“A1 Auto Transport helped me move a vehicle to Iowa from Houston. I was a bit nervous, no knowing much about such services. Thanks to Joe, I was able to clear the fog a little. He answered all my questions and explained everything in a way that left no room for interpretation. The details were straightforward. I picked Sunday as the pickup date, since I wasn’t at work, and they accommodated me. The truck arrived an hour early, yet the driver patiently waited for me to arrive. He thoroughly checked my car for scratches or anything that might affect the transport then drove it onto the truck. I was given a 2 day time window during which the car was supposed to arrive in, and it got to Iowa in the evening of the first day. The trip didn’t damage it at all. Next time a friend wants to move, I’ll surely recommend A1 Auto Transport.”

A1 Auto Transport helped me move a vehicle to Iowa from Houston

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