Moving a car interstate in Australia is straightforward, but there are choices: open carrier, enclosed, rail, and depot-to-depot or door-to-door.
Expect typical costs around AUD 400–800 for Sydney–Melbourne depot-to-depot, and AUD 1,500–2,500 for Brisbane–Perth; door-to-door usually adds AUD 100–250, non-running cars attract a surcharge, and enclosed transport can be 30–60% more.
Transit times are usually 2–5 days on the east coast and up to 1–2 weeks cross-country, depending on schedules and handovers.
Check what’s covered: many carriers have limited liability, so proper transit insurance is worth it, and you should document pre-existing marks, pull the toll tag, and leave only a small amount of fuel.
Get at least three quotes, read recent reviews, and watch for sneaky extras like cancellation fees or storage at depots.
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