Colorado → Texas
Colorado to Texas Car Shipping
Door-to-door car shipping from anywhere in Colorado to anywhere in Texas, plus vehicle storage at our Freeport lot. Final-price quote, $0 due at booking.
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Colorado to Texas Auto Transport
Shipping a Car From Colorado to Texas
Denver to Dallas is about 795 miles, south on I-25 and across the Panhandle on US-287 through Amarillo. Austin and Houston are closer to 1,000, and Amarillo is barely 425. Most of these moves are one or two days of driving.
We're a Texas-based broker, and Colorado to Texas is a route we know well. Fort Carson soldiers and families move to Fort Hood and Fort Bliss, airmen head to Joint Base San Antonio, and plenty of Coloradans are moving for jobs in Dallas, Austin, and Houston, plus no state income tax. We can also store your vehicle at our lot in Freeport, Texas, and get it ready to go to Port Freeport if it's being shipped overseas.
Door-to-door, a final-price quote, and $0 due at booking.
Popular Routes
Popular Colorado to Texas Routes
City pairs we see a lot on this route, with approximate distances and typical transit times after pickup.
| From | To | Miles | Typical Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | Amarillo, TX | ~425 | 1–2 days |
| Denver, CO | Lubbock, TX | ~530 | 1–2 days |
| Colorado Springs, CO | El Paso, TX | ~645 | 2–3 days |
| Denver, CO | Fort Worth, TX | ~765 | 2–3 days |
| Denver, CO | Dallas, TX | ~795 | 2–3 days |
| Colorado Springs, CO | Killeen, TX | ~880 | 2–3 days |
| Denver, CO | Austin, TX | ~955 | 2–4 days |
| Denver, CO | San Antonio, TX | ~1,030 | 3–4 days |
| Denver, CO | Houston, TX | ~1,035 | 3–4 days |
| Denver, CO | Freeport, TX | ~1,095 | 3–4 days |
Distances and transit times are estimates and can vary with weather, traffic, and the carrier's other stops.
The Route
How Cars Get From Colorado to Texas
Most carriers head south on I-25 to Pueblo or Raton and cross the Panhandle on US-287 through Amarillo and Wichita Falls into Fort Worth and Dallas. From there, I-35 leads to Killeen, Austin, and San Antonio, and I-45 leads to Houston.
El Paso and Fort Bliss are straight down I-25 through New Mexico. Freeport and Port Freeport are about an hour south of Houston on TX-288. Lubbock and West Texas are reached on US-84 or US-87.
Along the Way
- Denver → Pueblo~115 mi
- Pueblo → Amarillo~310 mi
- Amarillo → Dallas~365 mi
- Dallas → Houston~240 mi
Approximate distances. The exact route depends on the carrier's other stops.
Timing
When to Ship Colorado to Texas
Raton Pass, Texas storms, and Gulf hurricanes all play a part.
Winter
Snow on Raton Pass and ice storms across the Panhandle can stop trucks for a day from December through February.
Spring Storms
March through June brings hail and severe storms to North Texas and the Panhandle. Drivers wait them out.
Summer PCS Season
May through August is the peak for Fort Hood, Fort Bliss, and JBSA moves. Book as soon as you have orders.
Hurricane Season
June through November can affect Houston, Freeport, and the Gulf Coast. Keep a little slack in your dates for coastal deliveries.
Pricing
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car From Colorado to Texas?
Here's what moves the price between Colorado and Texas.
Distance
The Panhandle is about 425 miles from Denver. Houston and Freeport are closer to 1,100.
A Busy Lane
Colorado to Dallas and Houston are busy car-shipping lanes, which keeps prices competitive.
Delivery Area
Major metros are easy. Big Bend country, the Rio Grande Valley, and rural West Texas take more planning.
Open or Enclosed
Open is the standard. Enclosed keeps hail and road debris off a nicer car.
Vehicle Size
Pickups and full-size SUVs take more trailer space than sedans, so they cost more to ship.
Storage or Port Prep
Need your car held at our Freeport lot before it ships out of Port Freeport? We'll quote the storage along with the transport.
Your Quote Is Your Final Price
We know Texas routes well, and we price them to move. What we quote is what you pay, with $0 due at booking.
Get My Colorado to Texas QuoteGood to Know
Before You Ship & After You Arrive
A few Texas-specific things worth knowing.
Registering in Texas
New residents have 30 days to register with their county tax office. Texas ended safety inspections for most passenger vehicles in 2025, but emissions testing still applies in the major metro counties. Check txdmv.gov for current requirements.
Vehicle Storage & Port Freeport
Need somewhere to keep your car, or shipping it overseas? We can store vehicles at our lot in Freeport, Texas, and get them ready to go to Port Freeport to be shipped.
Moving With the Military
We ship for soldiers, airmen, and families moving from Fort Carson, Peterson, Schriever, and Buckley to Fort Hood, Fort Bliss, Joint Base San Antonio, Dyess, and Sheppard.
Colorado Pickups
Tight streets in central Denver and steep, narrow roads in mountain towns can keep a carrier off your block. If so, the driver will set up a nearby meeting spot, often a lot just off the highway.
Our Services
Ways to Ship Colorado to Texas
Choose the service that fits your vehicle, budget, and timeline.
Open Auto Transport
The most affordable way to ship a car from Colorado to Texas.
Learn more →Door-to-Door Shipping
From your Colorado address to your Texas door, or to our Freeport lot.
Learn more →Expedited Car Shipping
New job or report date coming up? We'll prioritize a faster pickup.
Learn more →Enclosed Auto Transport
Full protection from hail and heat for classic and luxury vehicles.
Learn more →The Process
How It Works
Simple, transparent, and nothing due until a carrier is on the way.
- 1
Request Your Quote
Give us your Colorado pickup address, your Texas delivery address, the vehicle, and your dates. You get a final price, good for 7 days.
- 2
Book With $0 Down
Nothing is due when you book. We match your vehicle with a vetted carrier that has room on a truck headed to Texas.
- 3
Carrier Dispatched
Once a carrier is assigned, a deposit (or full payment, if you prefer) secures your spot. The driver inspects your car with you at pickup and notes its condition on the Bill of Lading.
- 4
Delivered & Inspected
Look your car over with the driver in Texas, sign off, and pay any remaining balance directly to the driver by cash or check.
Why NEXLogistix
Car Shipping You Can Trust
A licensed, bonded, and insured broker (DOT 4238940 | MC-1641261).
Family-Owned Broker
A small, family-owned team that answers the phone and stays with your shipment from quote to delivery.
20+ Years Combined Experience
Deep industry experience and a network of more than 10,000 vetted, insured carriers.
Final-Price Quotes
The price we quote is the price you pay. No bait-and-switch, no surprise fees.
$0 Due at Booking
You don't pay anything until a carrier is actually dispatched for your vehicle.
FAQ
Colorado to Texas Car Shipping FAQs
How long does it take to ship a car from Colorado to Texas?
Usually 1 to 2 days for the Panhandle, 2 to 3 days for Dallas, and 3 to 4 days for Austin, San Antonio, and Houston.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Colorado to Texas?
It depends on your exact pickup and delivery locations, vehicle size, open or enclosed transport, and the season. Request a free quote and you'll get a final price, good for 7 days.
Do you ship cars for military moves from Fort Carson to Fort Hood?
Yes. It's one of the most common Army moves we handle. Give us your report date when you request a quote.
Does Texas still require a vehicle inspection?
Texas ended safety inspections for most passenger vehicles in 2025, but emissions testing still applies in the major metro counties. Check with your county tax office.
Can you store my car in Texas or get it to Port Freeport?
Yes. We can store vehicles at our lot in Freeport, Texas, and get them ready to go to Port Freeport for ocean shipping. Tell us your timeline when you request a quote and we'll plan the handoff.
Can you ship a car from Texas back to Colorado?
Yes. Request a quote with your Texas pickup address and your Colorado delivery address. It's door-to-door either way.
Is my car insured during transport?
Yes. Every carrier we work with is required to carry active cargo insurance. Your car's condition is documented on the Bill of Lading at pickup and checked again at delivery. Personal items left in the vehicle aren't covered.
Do I have to pay upfront?
No. There's $0 due at booking. Once a carrier is assigned, you can pay a deposit and the rest to the driver at delivery by cash or check, or pay in full at that point.
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