Vehicle Transport in the Balkans

Ship cars, motorcycles, boats, and heavy machinery across Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, and North Macedonia. Open and enclosed trailers, fully insured. CMR documentation and customs (for non-EU routes) handled by carriers.

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Vehicle transport prices — 2026

Indicative market price ranges

Standard passenger car (≤2.5 t). Final price depends on vehicle dimensions, weight, route, season, and trailer type.

Vehicle & route type	Price range
Car — domestic (within country, open trailer)	€180 – €450
Car — Greece ↔ Bulgaria (open trailer)	€350 – €600
Car — Greece ↔ Romania (open trailer)	€550 – €900
Car — Greece ↔ Serbia (open trailer)	€580 – €950
Car — enclosed trailer (premium / classic)	€700 – €2200
Motorcycle — cross-border	€220 – €550
Boat / jet-ski (trailer-loaded)	€400 – €1800
Heavy machinery (excavators, etc.)	€800 – €3500

Non-running vehicles (+€50–€150), additional insurance, and storage charged separately. CMR insurance included.

Trailer options

🚗 Open multi-car trailer

Standard 6–9 car carrier. Lowest cost, your vehicle is exposed to weather and road debris. Suitable for regular cars under €50k value.

Typical cost: €180–€950 per car (route-dependent)

🛡️ Enclosed trailer

Fully covered, climate-stable. Recommended for premium, classic, electric, or low-clearance vehicles. Better security and confidentiality.

Typical cost: 1.5–3× open trailer pricing

🏍️ Motorcycle trailer

Strapped on dedicated motorcycle carriers or alongside cars on multi-car trailers. Most carriers transport up to 4 bikes per truck.

Typical cost: €220–€550 cross-border

⛵ Trailer-loaded boats

Boats and jet-skis on their own road trailer. We connect you with carriers experienced in boat transport and wide-load permits.

Typical cost: €400–€1,800 depending on size

How it works

1. Describe your vehicle

Make, model, year, condition (running/non-running), pickup & delivery addresses, preferred dates.

2. Choose trailer type

Open multi-car carrier (cheaper) or enclosed (protected). Premium and classic cars usually require enclosed.

3. Receive quotes

Licensed vehicle carriers respond with prices, transit times, and insurance options.

4. Book & inspection

Carrier arrives, inspects vehicle with you, signs CMR with photos. You receive tracking info.

5. Delivery & sign-off

On arrival, inspect the vehicle. Sign the CMR confirming condition. Pay the invoice digitally.

What you need to ship a vehicle

Required documents

Vehicle registration document (original or copy)
ID / passport of the registered owner
Power of attorney if owner is not present
Insurance details (or confirmation of CMR insurance from carrier)
Keys (handed to driver at pickup)
For non-EU routes: customs declaration, temporary import permit if applicable

Popular vehicle transport routes

Athens → Sofia Athens → Bucharest Athens → Belgrade Thessaloniki → Sofia Thessaloniki → Bucharest Sofia → Bucharest Sofia → Athens Bucharest → Athens

Frequently asked questions

▸ How much does it cost to ship a car across the Balkans?

Within Greece (Athens to Thessaloniki): €180–€450 on an open trailer. Greece to Sofia: €350–€600. Greece to Bucharest or Belgrade: €550–€950. Enclosed (covered) trailers for premium or classic cars cost 1.5–3× more. Get an exact quote on Haulx based on your route and vehicle.

▸ Open trailer vs enclosed trailer — which should I choose?

Open trailer (multi-car carrier): standard option, 70% cheaper, your car is exposed to weather and road debris. Fine for regular cars and short distances. Enclosed trailer: fully protected from weather, dust, and road grit. Recommended for luxury cars (>€50k value), classic cars, electric vehicles with sensitive batteries, and motorcycles.

▸ Do I need to be present for pickup and delivery?

Yes, or you can authorize someone else. The driver inspects the vehicle, signs a condition report (CMR), and photos are taken at both ends. You must sign the delivery confirmation. Without a signed receipt, insurance claims cannot be processed.

▸ Is my vehicle insured during transport?

Yes — all carriers on Haulx carry CMR insurance covering damage during loading, transport, and unloading (typically up to €11,250/tonne per the CMR Convention). For high-value vehicles, request additional all-risk insurance at booking — typically +€50–€200 depending on declared value.

▸ Can I ship a non-running car?

Yes, but mention it when requesting a quote. Non-running vehicles require a winch or forklift for loading — typical surcharge €50–€150. Specify if the car has functioning brakes and steering or not.

▸ How long does cross-border car transport take?

Greece to Bulgaria: 1–2 days. Greece to Romania or Serbia: 2–4 days. Time depends on whether the carrier waits for a full load (cheaper) or runs a dedicated trip (faster). Specify your urgency in the quote request.

▸ Do I need customs paperwork to ship a car?

Within the EU (Greece ↔ Bulgaria ↔ Romania): no customs duties. You need the vehicle registration document, ID/passport, and authorisation if you are not the registered owner. Non-EU (Serbia, North Macedonia, Albania): customs declaration, temporary import permit (carnet), or full import duties. Carriers can advise on requirements.

▸ Can I ship a motorcycle or boat?

Yes. Motorcycles ship in dedicated motorcycle trailers or alongside cars on multi-car carriers (typical price €220–€550 cross-border). Boats and jet-skis must be on their own road trailer; we connect you with carriers experienced in trailer-loaded boat transport.

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