Ship a Car to India from the USA: Get Instant Shipping Rates
Ship your car to India with a reliable U.S. export partner using secure container shipping and air freight. Since 2007, we’ve transported thousands of vehicles from the USA to India from auctions, dealers, and private sellers for both retail buyers and wholesale importers.
Save on international car shipping with our consolidated container service from California, Florida, and New Jersey. Get instant car shipping rates from the USA to major ports in India—such as Mumbai (Nhava Sheva), Chennai, and Mundra—using our car shipping calculator.
Frequent importer from the USA to India? Request wholesale container shipping rates below.
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Why Choose Us to Ship Your Car from the USA to India?
With nearly 20 years of experience shipping cars from the USA to India, we’ve helped thousands of customers navigate the entire import process. Our comprehensive door-to-door and door-to-port service includes:
- International car shipping via shared and dedicated container
- Ship your car by air freight to major airports in India
- Weekly container consolidation to major India ports
- Save up to 50% with our shared container shipping to Auckland, Lyttleton, and Wellington
- US-based depots in California, New Jersey, and Florida for convenient vehicle drop-off
- Reliable import agents and customs clearance assistance
Calculate your car import costs to India instantly with our international car shipping calculator, including ocean freight from the USA, port charges, and import duties.
We collect your vehicle from anywhere in the US using open or enclosed car transporters. The car is then transported to our nearest export warehouse in California, Florida or New Jersey.
You always have the option to deliver/drop off the vehicle yourself.
With nearly 2 decades of experience in loading containers, we make sure that your cars are safely secured for their journey overseas.
Our team works closely with US Customs to clear cars for export.
For a seamless car import experience, we work with reliable partners worldwide to ensure your cars arrive safely and are properly cleared with import customs.
Export Locations
We ship cars to India from our U.S. warehouses in California, Florida, and New Jersey, loading containers regularly to major ports such as Mumbai, Chennai, and Mundra. Free storage is available before loading.
International Car Shipping Methods
AIRPLANE
Need your vehicle fast? Air freight delivers in just 3-10 days, making it the quickest shipping option—significantly faster than container or RoRo shipping. Exact timing depends on customs and documentation.
SHIPPING CONTAINER
Our containers fit 1-4 vehicles—running or non-running—and offer cost-saving consolidation shipping. For high-value cars, we provide dedicated 20ft or 40ft containers.
RORO VESSEL
RoRo shipping requires vehicles to be operational and empty. Available ports and rates vary. Note: This method is only available for oversized cars
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What Vehicles Can We Ship to India?
Vehicles
We safely transport all types of personal vehicles to India – sedans, hatchbacks, SUVs, and 4x4s – with reliable, cost-efficient car shipping options tailored to your route and budget.
Motocycle
We ship motorcycles and scooters from the USA to India using secure crating and container loading. Our team guides you through every step, from pickup to delivery at your chosen port.
Electric & Hybrid Cars
EVs and hybrids require careful handling, battery documentation, and export paperwork. We arrange safe loading, proper battery tie-downs, and help you meet India’s import and customs requirements.
Race & Rally Cars
We specialize in transporting race and rally cars for events and private collections. Enclosed container loading, custom tie-downs, and careful handling protect high-value performance vehicles on the way to India.
Classic Cars
Classic and vintage cars deserve expert handling. Our team provides secure, enclosed container transport from the USA to India, with condition reports and monitored loading to protect your collector car at every step.
Luxury Cars
From high-end sedans to supercars, we offer premium shipping solutions designed for luxury vehicles. Enclosed loading, careful inspection, and experienced handlers keep your car protected throughout the journey to India.
Salvage & Project Cars
We can arrange shipping for salvage, damaged, and project vehicles where import is permitted. Whether the car is non-running or mid-restoration, we coordinate secure loading and all required export documentation from the USA.
Heavy Machinery
From construction and road-building equipment to agricultural machinery, we provide secure heavy-unit shipping to India. Our team plans loading, lashing, and routing for excavators, loaders, tractors, and more.
Oversized Vehicles
If your vehicle is too large for a standard container, we can help. We ship oversized units such as trucks, buses, RVs, and custom-built vehicles to India using RoRo or special-equipment solutions, depending on size and route.
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car from the USA to India?
The typical cost to ship a car from the USA to India starts at around $2,000 per vehicle, depending on the route and destination port.
Your final car shipping price to India is affected by several factors: pickup location in the US, vehicle size and weight, India arrival port, and whether you choose shared or dedicated container shipping.
Our container consolidation service makes shipping cars from the USA to India more affordable, often saving up to 50% compared with single-car containers or air freight. Optional Cargo Damage Protection can be added for extra coverage during transit.
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SHIPPING TIMES TO INDIA
Transit times from USA to India vary by departure location:
- 1-2 weeks for customs clearance and container loading at US ports
- Additional week if using shared container consolidation service
- Transit to Port of Auckland: 25-30 days
- Transit to other ports (Lyttleton/Wellington): 35-40 days
ADDITIONAL COSTS TO CONSIDER
- Vehicle Collection: Fees vary by pickup location in USA
- Import Duties: Contact India Customs for current rates
- Cargo Protection: Optional insurance coverage available
- Port Handling: Additional fees at India ports
PAYMENT OPTIONS
We accept wire transfers, checks, and ban deposits only. Read more about banking fees when paying from overseas.
We do not accept credit card payments.
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Our car shipping calculator provides instant rates for shipping cars from anywhere in the USA to India, including ocean freight and standard port and handling fees.
Ports & Cities We Serve
New Dehli
We ship vehicles from the USA directly to New Dehli, the main entry port for car imports into India. Mumbai offers fast processing times, access to customs and compliance centers, and reliable inland transport for onward delivery across India.
From our primary US departure ports in California, Florida, New Jersey, and Texas, we coordinate the full move: export paperwork, India customs support, and optional door delivery from New Dehli to your final city. If you need help with port pickup, customs brokerage, or local transport, our team manages every step for a smooth arrival.
Cargo Damage Protection When Shipping a Car to India
Protect your vehicle during international shipping to India with Cargo Damage Protection. This optional coverage safeguards your car from the moment it arrives at our U.S. warehouse through container loading, ocean transit, and delivery by our trusted agents in India.
Most standard U.S. auto insurance policies do not cover international car shipping. If you decline Cargo Damage Protection, our liability for any loss or damage is limited to $500 under the Carriage of Goods at Sea Act.
Key Protection Features:
- Comprehensive door-to-door coverage
- Protection during container shipping
- Coverage during inland transit
- Secure loading/unloading
- Full transit protection for classic cars
Wholesale Car Import & Export Shipping for Dealers
We partner with high-volume dealers, auctions, fleet owners, and event organizers that ship multiple vehicles to and from India and other global markets. Our wholesale car shipping program delivers turn-key container and air-freight solutions, negotiated carrier rates, and dedicated account management.
- End-to-End solutions between the US and the world
- Vehicle collection & export clearance
- Private warehouses in CA, FL, NJ
- Vehicle and parts consolidation
- Use our carrier bookings or your own
- Ability to choose your own import agent when shipping dedicated containers
- Expedited Air Freight options
Documentation & Paperwork to Ship a Car from the USA to India
Shipping a car from the United States to India starts with US export customs. Before your vehicle can be loaded into a container or onto a vessel, US Customs requires proof of ownership and several export documents. Below are the standard US export documents needed to ship a car from the USA to India.
- Bill of Sale for the vehicle
- Original Vehicle Title (If there's a lien on the car, a lien release letter is also required)
- Power of Attorney form
- Completed Online Shipping Form
- Copy of Passport (If you are an international citizen without a US passport)
- Copy of EIN Letter (If you are a US citizen)
Some US states do not issue titles for older or classic cars. For example, Alabama, Connecticut, Georgia, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont often rely on registration documents instead of titles. In these cases, a combination of current registration and a notarized bill of sale is usually accepted for export, but the exact requirements depend on the vehicle and state. Our team reviews your paperwork in advance to confirm what US Customs will need for your shipment to India.
Dedicated Export Team
Our export specialists handle every step of the US side of your India shipment. We verify your title, prepare all export paperwork, file with US Customs, and coordinate clearance so your vehicle can leave the USA for India without delays.
RoRo Car Shipping to India for Oversized Vehicles
RoRo (roll-on/roll-off) car shipping to India is a practical option for oversized vehicles and heavy machinery that cannot fit inside a standard container. Vehicles are driven on and off the vessel at major India ports, which keeps handling to a minimum and can lower the overall cost for large units.
Key RoRo Details
- Best suited for oversized vehicles, construction equipment, tractors, buses, and heavy machinery
- Drive-on/drive-off loading reduces handling but offers no enclosed protection like containers
- Schedules and pricing vary based on unit size and vessel availability — not necessarily cheaper than container shipping
Interested in RoRo car shipping to India?
Use our RoRo service page to compare RoRo vs. container shipping and request a personalized quote for oversized vehicles and heavy equipment going from the USA to India.
Frequently Asked Questions About International Car Shipping
The typical cost to ship a car ranges from New York to New Dahli is $3,850 per car. Final costs depend on destination, service type, and vehicle specifications. Get an instant quote using our international car shipping cost calculator.
Our international car shipping services include vehicle collection, secure container loading, ocean freight, and port handling. Additional services like cargo damage protection, customs clearance, and destination delivery are available separately.
Transit times vary from 25-35 days depending on destination and routes .
Container consolidation services might add an extra week but reduce costs significantly.
We collect your vehicle, transport it to our loading facility, and carefully secure it in a shipping container.
The container is then loaded onto an ocean vessel and shipped to your chosen destination, where our agents handle customs clearance and delivery.
Yes, we offer optional Cargo Damage Protection for international car shipping. This coverage provides additional security beyond standard shipping insurance. Learn More
Yes, we handle all types of vehicles for international shipping, including classic cars, luxury vehicles, and non-running projects.
Our container shipping service can accommodate most vehicles, with specialized options for oversized or valuable cars
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