Iowa · IA
Car Shipping in Des Moines
Central Iowa pickup and delivery.
Enterprise Auto Transport moves vehicles into and out of Des Moines, IA year-round on professional semi-truck car carriers. Whether you are relocating, buying a car out of state, sending a collector vehicle to a show or moving south for the season, the process is the same: a firm quote, a vetted carrier and door-to-door delivery.
Des Moines pickup and delivery
Our drivers know Des Moines traffic patterns, restricted streets and where a 75-foot carrier can legally stage. When your address cannot accommodate the truck, the driver arranges a nearby shopping center or wide lot — typically a few minutes away — and you complete the inspection there.
Pickup windows on Des Moines lanes are generally one to three days for standard service. Expedited dispatch can often secure a truck within 24 hours when a closing date, start date or auction deadline is driving the schedule.
Both open and enclosed equipment run this market. Open transport is the practical choice for daily drivers and late-model vehicles; enclosed is the right call for exotics, classics and anything freshly restored or extremely low to the ground.
Included on every Des Moines transport
- Door-to-door service at no extra cost
- Full-size semi carriers — no dollies or small trailers
- $250,000 cargo coverage on open carriers
- $1,000,000 cargo coverage on enclosed carriers
- Soft-tie wheel straps, never chains
- Photo condition reports at pickup and delivery
- $250,000 cargo coverage on open carriers
- $1,000,000 cargo coverage on enclosed carriers
- Licensed & bonded · USDOT #2273104 · MC #774106
- Owner Operated
- A+ rated with the BBB
Services
Transport options in Des Moines
Open Car Transport
The most requested way to ship a vehicle — on a full-size 7-to-10 car semi carrier.
Enclosed Car Transport
White-glove, fully covered transport for luxury, exotic and collector vehicles.
Door-to-Door Transport
Pickup and delivery at your address — home, office, dealership or storage facility.
Expedited Shipping
Guaranteed pickup dates and priority dispatch when the timeline cannot move.
Military Car Shipping
PCS orders, deployment storage and base-to-base transport with military discounts.
Snowbird Auto Transport
Seasonal north-south vehicle relocation booked around your travel calendar.
Inoperable Car Shipping
Winch-equipped carriers for non-running, project and salvage vehicles.
Classic Car Transport
Vintage, restored and collector vehicles moved by specialists who understand them.
Exotic Car Transport
Supercars and six-figure vehicles moved in exclusive-use enclosed trailers.
FAQ
Des Moines car shipping questions
How much does car shipping cost in Des Moines?
Regional lanes into and out of Des Moines often run $400–$800, while long-distance moves typically fall between $900 and $1,800 open and $1,500 to $3,000 enclosed. We quote your specific route against live carrier availability.
How fast can you pick up in Des Moines?
Standard pickup windows are one to three days. Expedited service can frequently have a carrier at your address within 24 hours.
Do you deliver to Des Moines apartments and gated communities?
Yes. Tell us about gate policies or vendor pass requirements at booking and we coordinate with the property directly.
Can you ship a non-running vehicle?
Yes, with winch-equipped open carriers or lift-gate enclosed trailers depending on whether the vehicle rolls and steers.
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Ship your vehicle to or from Des Moines
Open and enclosed semi-truck carriers, door-to-door delivery and a coordinator who answers the phone.