Considerations

Texas to Kentucky car shipping averages $650–$950, with per-mile rates between $0.65–$0.90 based on route and timing.
Most vehicles are delivered in 3–5 days via I-30 and I-65, with quicker service available for flexible pickups.
FMCSA-compliant carriers provide door-to-door transport, insurance coverage, and documented inspections at both pickup and delivery points.

What is the Cost of Shipping a Car from Texas to Kentucky?

The state of Texas used to be the Republic of Texas, an entity on its own before it joined the United States in 1845. This is part of the reason why it has a lone star on its flag. It is the second-largest state in the United States with the second-highest human population in the state. The state of Kentucky is officially called the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The state is bordered by the Ohio River in the north and the Appalachian Mountains in the east. The state of Kentucky is known for its blended culture which includes things like horse racing, bourbon, a lovely state park among other interesting things. Shipping a vehicle from Texas to Kentucky will depend on the distance to be traveled, the model and size of the car being shipped, and the shipping method the customer prefers. All these are factored into the calculation for the cost of shipping.

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Auto Transport Pricing & Time To Ship Your Car Examples

To / From Texas to Kentucky	Distance	Cost	Estimated Time In Transit
Houston, TX To Louisville, KY	951 miles	$1,711.44 - $2,091.76	5 - 7 Days
San Antonio, TX To Lexington, KY	1147 miles	$2,065.32 - $2,524.28	6 - 8 Days
Dallas, TX To Bowling Green, KY	726 miles	$1,307.52 - $1,598.08	3 - 5 Days
Austin, TX To Owensboro, KY	948 miles	$1,706.04 - $2,085.16	5 - 7 Days
Fort Worth, TX To Covington, KY	963 miles	$1,732.50 - $2,117.50	5 - 7 Days
El Paso, TX To Richmond, KY	1520 miles	$2,735.82 - $3,343.78	7 - 9 Days
Arlington, TX To Georgetown, KY	901 miles	$1,620.90 - $1,981.10	5 - 7 Days
Corpus Christi, TX To Florence, KY	1255 miles	$2,259.00 - $2,761.00	6 - 8 Days
Plano, TX To Hopkinsville, KY	699 miles	$1,258.38 - $1,538.02	3 - 5 Days
Laredo, TX To Nicholasville, KY	1305 miles	$2,348.46 - $2,870.34	6 - 8 Days

*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and what type of vehicle you are shipping.

What is the Distance and How Long Will It Take to Ship a Car?

The road distance between Texas and Kentucky is almost 1200 miles. The distance will change depending on the city the shipping is originating from. It will take roughly 3-4 days to transport a car from Texas to Kentucky if all conditions are optimal. Road traffic, construction, or other delays can increase delivery time. Shipping during peak periods also affects delivery times.

Auto Shipping Delivery hubs

Louisville
Lexington
Frankfort
Mayfield
Bowling Green

The Cheapest Way to Ship a Car

The cheapest way to ship a car from Texas to Kentucky is to use the open-air truck shipping method. This, like the enclosed method, still involves shipping in a truck but this time, the truck is exposed in the rear where cars are piled on each other. This shipping method doesn’t protect the cars from the weather so that should be something to keep in mind if you are considering the method.