Move your boat with a transporter you can trust
Tell us about your boat and route once. We pass your request to independent, professional boat haulers who serve your route, and they contact you with quotes.
- Free to use, with no obligation to book
- Shared with up to 3 suitable providers, not sold to dozens
- Trailerable boats, pontoons, sailboats and yachts
Get boat transport quotes
Step 1 of 4: where is your boat going?
Three simple steps to compare boat shipping quotes
No bidding wars, no account to create, and no pressure to book.
Tell us about your boat and route
Pickup and delivery ZIP codes, boat type and size, trailer, and timing. If you don't know a measurement, just say so.
We match you with suitable transporters
We review your request and share it with up to three independent providers who handle your type of boat on your route.
Compare quotes and choose
Providers contact you directly. Check their authority and insurance, compare price and timing, and pick the one you're comfortable with.
Transport for most recreational boats
Each type of boat has its own requirements. Our guides explain what to expect.
Trailerable boats
Bowriders, bass and fishing boats, center consoles and runabouts, with or without a trailer.
Learn more →Pontoon boats
Wide decks and tall bimini frames: what affects pontoon shipping and how to prepare.
Learn more →Sailboats
Keels, masts and cradles: what sailboat transport involves and how it's priced.
Learn more →Yachts and large cruisers
Oversize permits, escorts and hydraulic trailers for larger boats over land.
Learn more →What does boat transport cost?
Price depends mostly on distance, length and especially width. Boats wider than 8 ft 6 in need oversize permits, and very wide boats need escort vehicles. Our estimator gives you an honest, indicative range from published rates before you request real quotes.
Estimate my cost| Boat length | Typical published range* |
|---|---|
| Under 20 ft | ~$1.50–$2.75 per mile |
| 20–26 ft | ~$1.90–$3.25 per mile |
| 27–35 ft | ~$2.40–$4.00 per mile |
| 36–45 ft | ~$3.25–$5.50 per mile |
| Over 45 ft | ~$4.50+ per mile, usually a custom quote |
*Indicative ranges for boats up to 8 ft 6 in wide, compiled from rates published by U.S. transport companies in 2026. Actual quotes vary. See the cost guide for details.
A simpler, more transparent way to find a boat hauler
Your details aren't sold to everyone
We share each request with up to three suitable providers, and only for the move you asked about. You won't get dozens of calls.
Honest information
Plain-English guides on costs, permits, insurance and preparation, so you know what to ask and what a fair quote looks like.
Free for boat owners
You pay the transporter you choose, not us. Any referral fee is paid by providers and doesn't change your quote.
Frequently asked questions
Is TransportMyBoat.com free to use?
Yes. Requesting quotes is free and there is no obligation to book. Transport providers may pay us a referral fee, which never changes the price they quote you.
Do you transport boats yourselves?
No. We are an independent referral service. We pass your request to independent boat transport providers, and the provider you choose carries out the move under its own authority, insurance and terms.
How much does it cost to ship a boat?
It depends mainly on distance, the boat's length and width, and whether it needs permits or special equipment. Published 2026 rates for many trailerable boats are often in the range of about $1.50 to $4.00 per mile, with wide and large boats costing more. Use our cost guide and estimator for an indicative range.
How many companies will contact me?
We share each request with up to three suitable providers, so you can compare without being flooded with calls.
What if I don't know my boat's exact measurements?
That's fine. Give your best estimate or tick "not sure". Transporters will confirm the details with you before quoting a final price. Our measuring guide shows what to measure.
Ready to compare boat transport quotes?
It takes about three minutes and there's no cost or obligation.