Connecticut to New Hampshire Car Shipping (2025 Cost Guide)

Most companies will require that an adult of at least 18 years of age be present when picking up your car in Connecticut and when dropping it off in New Hampshire.

If you’re not driving the vehicle from Connecticut to New Hampshire, you aren't required to have typical car insurance. Your car hauler should have adequate insurance if an accident happened on the drive to New Hampshire, which you should verify before loading your car in Connecticut.

If you’re driving your car at all in either state, you should understand the requirements. The basic car insurance requirements in the state of Connecticut is as follow: Bodily injury liability: $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident Property damage liability: $25,000 per accident Uninsured/underinsured motorist: $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident

While auto insurance isn't obligatory in New Hampshire, drivers must prove financial capability to cover at-fault accident damages, with failure potentially leading to driving privileges suspension. Stay financially prepared on the road in New Hampshire.

Car shipping companies can travel about 500 miles per day. The trip from Connecticut to New Hampshire is about 188 miles, and that’s as fast as about 1 day. However, most car transport companies will take one to four days to travel from Connecticut to New Hampshire.

In Connecticut, all vehicles must undergo an emissions inspection every two years, with a few exceptions. Additionally, a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) inspection, which confirms the vehicle's identity, is required when registering the vehicle in the state.

Vehicles in New Hampshire can be inspected and OBD tested at any state-licensed inspection station or authorized car dealership; these stations are required to display a notice of authorization. Inspection prices may vary and typically range from $20 to $50.

New Hampshire residents must obtain a NH driver license within 60 days of establishing residency. Out-of-state license holders over 18 can transfer their license by scheduling an appointment at a DMV office.

It’s important to understand any tax implications if you’re having a car shipped from Connecticut to New Hampshire after purchasing it.

If you have already paid vehicle taxes in your previous state, you may be able to apply for a credit or refund when registering your vehicle in New Hampshire. The specifics of how to do this will depend on the rules in your previous state and the requirements in New Hampshire. It is best to contact the appropriate state agencies in both states for more information and guidance on how to proceed.

We recommend that you always check for updated tax information in both Connecticut and New Hampshire to avoid any hidden costs.

The cheapest way to ship a car from Connecticut to New Hampshire is to ship it on a train or choose an open trailer transport method, avoid expedited shipping, and be flexible with your pickup dates.

Shipping a car from Connecticut to New Hampshire costs $482 to $646.