Louisiana → Texas
Louisiana to Texas Car Shipping
Door-to-door car shipping from Louisiana to Texas, plus vehicle storage at our Freeport lot.
Shipment Details
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top-rated, vetted carriers within our network.
$0
due upfront. You only pay when we assign a carrier.
Louisiana to Texas Auto Transport
Shipping a Car From Louisiana to Texas
New Orleans to Houston is about 350 miles, straight across I-10. Lake Charles to Houston is around 140, Shreveport to Dallas about 190, Lake Charles to Freeport close to 195, Lafayette to Houston roughly 215, Shreveport to Austin about 330, New Orleans to Freeport around 395, and San Antonio near 545. Most cars arrive the same day or the next.
We're a Texas-based broker, and Louisiana is right next door. Families move back and forth between Houston and South Louisiana and between Dallas and Shreveport all the time. 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.
Popular Routes
Popular Louisiana 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Charles, LA | Houston, TX | ~140 | 1 day |
| Shreveport, LA | Dallas, TX | ~190 | 1 day |
| Lake Charles, LA | Freeport, TX | ~195 | 1 day |
| Lafayette, LA | Houston, TX | ~215 | 1 day |
| Shreveport, LA | Austin, TX | ~330 | 1 day |
| New Orleans, LA | Houston, TX | ~350 | 1 day |
| New Orleans, LA | Freeport, TX | ~395 | 1–2 days |
| New Orleans, LA | San Antonio, TX | ~545 | 2 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 Louisiana to Texas
Houston loads run west on I-10 from New Orleans through Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Lake Charles, then across the Sabine into Beaumont. Freeport and Port Freeport are about an hour south of Houston on TX-288, and Austin and San Antonio are farther west on I-10 or up from Houston.
Dallas–Fort Worth loads take I-20 west from Shreveport, which puts the Metroplex only three hours away. Monroe and Ruston pickups ride I-20 the whole way, and central Louisiana loads can come down I-49 to Lafayette and join I-10.
Along the Way
- New Orleans → Lafayette~135 mi
- Lafayette → Lake Charles~75 mi
- Lake Charles → Houston~140 mi
Approximate distances. The exact route depends on the carrier's other stops.
Timing
When to Ship Louisiana to Texas
Gulf storms and city traffic shape the calendar.
Hurricane Season
From June through November, a Gulf storm can delay pickups in Louisiana and deliveries in Houston, Freeport, and along the coast.
Houston and Dallas Traffic
Rush hour on I-10, I-45, and I-635 can add hours. Drivers time deliveries around it.
Game Days
Baton Rouge and College Station are packed on home football Saturdays. Weekday pickup and delivery are easier.
Spring and Fall
Usually the smoothest windows.
Pricing
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car From Louisiana to Texas?
On a trip this short, distance hardly matters to the price.
Short-Haul Pricing
Loading takes the same time on a 200-mile trip as a long one, so per-mile rates run higher.
Houston vs. Dallas vs. Central Texas
Houston is closest from South Louisiana and Dallas from Shreveport. Austin and San Antonio add a few hours.
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.
Suburban HOAs
Katy, The Woodlands, Frisco, and many other suburbs restrict big trucks.
Open or Enclosed
Open is standard. Enclosed is available for classics.
Multiple Cars
Moving two vehicles? One carrier can often take both.
Your Quote Is Your Final Price
Texas is home for us, and we price these routes to move. What we quote is what you pay, with nothing due until a carrier is assigned.
Get My Louisiana to Texas QuoteGood to Know
Before You Ship & After You Arrive
What to know before your car heads to Texas.
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.
Suburban Neighborhoods
Katy, Cypress, The Woodlands, Plano, and Frisco are full of HOA neighborhoods with truck rules. The driver will meet you at the entrance or a nearby lot.
Acadiana and Southwest Louisiana Pickups
Lafayette, Lake Charles, Houma, and the smaller towns in between are easy off I-10 and I-49, but rural roads, narrow bayou bridges, and long gravel drives can be tough for a loaded carrier. The driver will meet you in town or on a main highway if your road won't work.
Our Services
Ways to Ship Louisiana to Texas
Choose the service that fits your vehicle, budget, and timeline.
Open Auto Transport
The most affordable way to ship a car from Louisiana to Texas.
Learn more →Door-to-Door Shipping
From your Louisiana address to your Texas door, or to our Freeport lot.
Learn more →Expedited Car Shipping
Need it there today? We'll prioritize pickup.
Learn more →Enclosed Auto Transport
Covered transport for classic and luxury cars.
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 Louisiana 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
Louisiana to Texas Car Shipping FAQs
How long does it take to ship a car from Louisiana to Texas?
Usually the same day or the next day after pickup. San Antonio and Austin from New Orleans can take 2 days.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Louisiana to Texas?
It depends on your exact addresses, the vehicle, open or enclosed, and the season. Request a quote for a final price, good for 7 days.
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.
Why ship a car such a short distance?
If you're moving two cars with one driver, or flying ahead to start a job, shipping saves a round trip and a lost day.
Can you ship a car from Texas back to Louisiana?
Yes. Request a quote with your Texas pickup address and your Louisiana 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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Ready to Ship Your Car From Louisiana to Texas?
Send us your addresses for a final price, or ask about storage at our Freeport lot. Nothing is due until a carrier is assigned.
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