ATV Shipping for Quads, Side-by-Sides, and UTVs
CHD moves your quad, side-by-side, or UTV door-to-door anywhere in the 48 contiguous states, with pickup typically within 1-3 days of booking. Heading to a hunting camp, a trail property, a seasonal home, or a buyer who just purchased online, one coordinator handles the move.
- Door-to-door even to rural properties, at your address or the nearest workable spot
- $2M cargo coverage on every machine from pickup to delivery
- Running or not: non-running machines ship too, typically for $100-$200 more
ATV shipping with Car Haul Direct moves your quad, side-by-side, or UTV door-to-door anywhere in the 48 contiguous states, with pickup typically within 1-3 days of booking. Whether the machine is heading to a hunting camp, a trail property, a seasonal home, or a buyer who just purchased online, one coordinator handles the move from quote to delivery.
Reviewed by Mike Fergusson, EVP Operations, Car Haul Direct
Why trust CHD with your ATV?
Because trail properties and hunting camps are not standard delivery addresses.
Licensed FMCSA Broker
Car Haul Direct is an FMCSA-licensed broker, USDOT 4321158, based in Cincinnati, Ohio.
$2M Cargo Insurance
Your machine carries $2M in cargo insurance while on the trailer.
48 Contiguous States
Coast to coast, plus Hawaii and Alaska coordination.
Fast Pickup Windows
Pickup typically happens within 1-3 days of booking in metro areas.
Door-to-Door Service
No terminals, and no hauling your machine to a drop yard.
One Order for Everything
Ship your ATV alongside your truck or car on a single booking when space allows.
Camp, Trail, or Driveway
The figures that govern a CHD machine move.
1-3
Day Pickup Window
Typical metro pickup after booking; remote camps can add 1-2 days.
$2M
Cargo Insurance Coverage
On every machine while it is on the trailer, from pickup to delivery.
48
Contiguous States Covered
Coast to coast, plus Hawaii and Alaska coordination.
$100-$200
Typical Inoperable Add
What a non-running machine typically adds, with winch loading.
ATV shipping: fast answers
Cost, shipping a machine with your car, and non-runners.
How much does ATV shipping cost?
ATV shipping cost depends on distance, machine weight, and trailer type, and your exact price comes from the instant quote on this page. A lightweight quad usually costs less to move than a heavy four-seat side-by-side. Enclosed trailers typically run 40 to 60 percent more than open.
Can I ship an ATV with my car on one order?
Often, yes. When deck space allows, carriers commonly load an ATV on the same trailer as your car or truck, and one order keeps pickup and delivery simple. Share the machine dimensions at booking so the carrier can plan the load, since space is not always available.
Can you ship a non-running ATV?
Yes. Inoperable vehicles typically add $100-$200 because loading takes extra time and equipment, such as a winch. A quad that rolls and steers loads more easily than one with locked wheels, so describe its exact condition at booking.
Who books ATV shipping?
Hunting Camp Owners
Get machines to camp before the season without towing a trailer across 3 states.
Trail Property Owners
Moving a quad or side-by-side between a primary home and a riding property is a routine door-to-door job.
Seasonal Movers
Riders heading south or to the mountains for the season can ship machines with the household vehicles.
Online Used-Machine Buyers
Bought a used ATV or UTV from an out-of-state seller? CHD coordinates pickup directly with the seller.
Relocating Riders
A long-distance move is easier when the machines ride a carrier instead of a rented trailer.
Which services fit ATV and UTV transport
Six ways the CHD service set maps onto a machine move.
Open Transport
The standard, most economical way to move a quad or side-by-side. Open carriers run every major corridor.
Enclosed Transport
Best for high-value builds, show machines, or new purchases you want shielded from weather, typically 40 to 60 percent over open.
Door-to-Door Transport
The carrier comes to your address, camp turnoff, or the nearest workable spot. No terminal visits.
Expedited Transport
Working against opening day or a ride weekend? Expedited service tightens the pickup window.
$2M Cargo Insurance
Every booking includes $2M of cargo coverage on the trailer. The Bill of Lading documents condition at both ends.
Powersports for Businesses
Dealers, manufacturers, and rental fleets moving multiple units belong with the B2B powersports team. Single consumer machines stay on this page.
How ATV shipping works: 5 steps
Five steps from quote to the machine back on the trail.
1. Get Your Instant Quote
Enter your route and describe the machine: quad or side-by-side, seat count, approximate weight, and accessories like a roof or winch bumper.
2. Book and Prep the Machine
Wash it, photograph its condition, run the fuel low, remove loose gear, and secure or remove anything that could shift.
3. Meet the Carrier at Pickup
Pickup typically happens within 1-3 days of booking in metro areas; allow 1-2 extra days near remote camps and trail properties.
4. Follow the Trip
Your coordinator keeps you posted while the carrier moves your machine across the 48 states.
5. Inspect and Sign at Delivery
Compare the machine against your photos and note anything on the Bill of Lading before signing.
ATV and UTV shipping FAQ
Transit, crating, ATV against UTV, rural delivery, and combined loads.
Transit follows distance: short regional moves often run 1-3 days, while cross-country hauls of 2,500 miles or more typically take 7-10 days. Pickup usually happens within 1-3 days of booking in metro areas. Remote pickup points like hunting camps can add 1-2 days.
Usually no. Most ATVs and UTVs ship uncrated on open trailers, secured with straps and wheel chocks as common carrier practice. Crating is sometimes used for enclosed or specialty moves, but the exact securing method always depends on the carrier. Tell your coordinator your preference at booking.
Weight and footprint. A single-rider quad is light and compact, while a four- or six-seat side-by-side can weigh two or three times as much and take a much larger deck slot. That size difference is the main reason UTV shipping usually costs more than ATV shipping on the same route.
Yes, within reason. Carriers run door-to-door, but long gravel drives, low branches, or tight turns may not fit a full-size hauler. The driver then meets you at the nearest workable spot, such as a main-road turnoff. Flag access limits at booking.
Open transport with flexible pickup dates is almost always the lowest-cost option. Booking 1-2 weeks ahead, avoiding peak seasonal weeks, and meeting the carrier at an accessible location all help. Enclosed service typically adds 40 to 60 percent, so reserve it for machines that need the protection.
In most cases, yes. Lift kits, oversized tires, roofs, and winch bumpers change the machine height and weight, so list them at booking for an accurate quote. Very large custom builds may need extra deck space, which the oversized vehicle shipping page explains.
Often, yes, when the carrier has deck space for both on one order. Describe each machine at booking so the load is planned correctly, and bundling both keeps pickup and delivery simple. For bike-specific questions, the motorcycle shipping page covers how bikes are handled.
Wash the machine and photograph it from all sides. Run the fuel low, remove loose gear, tools, and personal items, and secure anything that stays mounted. Check tire pressure, and note whether it runs, rolls, and steers so the carrier brings the right loading equipment.
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Get Your ATV Shipping Quote
Your exact ATV shipping price is one step away: run your route through the instant quote calculator on this page.