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Discover the cost to ship your beloved pets and most precious items to or from Houston, TX

Transport anything safely to Houston for as little as 54 cents per mile.

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How much does it cost to transport a pet?

Successful pet transports from our marketplace for as little as 54 cents per mile.

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Christina shipped Aspen

Martinsville, OH Waxahachie, TX

$325

$0.32/mi

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Jariel shipped Nona

Westminster, CO El Paso, TX

$300

$0.46/mi

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Brandi shipped Ava

Mt Vernon, KY Leander, TX

$400

$0.38/mi

Types of animals and pets we transport

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Dogs
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Cats
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Factors affecting the cost of shipping pets

Here's what you need to know about safely transporting your pet to Houston.

Mode of Transportation

Ground travel

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Air travel

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Time

Ground and air travel have different associated costs. Flying is typically the fastest option, but also the most expensive and taxing on your pet.

Travel Distance

The further you need to transport your pet, the more it'll cost. If you're using ground transportation, you'll have to factor in fuel costs, lodging, meals on the road and wear-and-tear on your vehicle. These costs are applicable whether you drive the pet yourself or you hire a transporter through CitizenShipper. Airlines charge more for longer plane rides as well. This is due to the cost of fuel and the need compensate pilots and flight attendants.

Pet size

Smaller pets are easier – and less expensive – to transport. If you’re flying your pet to Houston, they’ll need to travel in the cargo hold if they’re over 20 pounds. You’ll also need to buy a USDA-approved crate, which can cost around $200. With ground transport, it’s easier for drivers to accommodate small pets.

Health clearance and travel equipment

The first step to transporting your pet to Houston is ensuring they’re healthy enough to travel. Most species require a vet-issued health certificate to cross state lines. This will cost $50 to $300. You’ll likely need to purchase some equipment too – such as a crate and travel supplies.

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100,000+ successful pet transports tell our story

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Melissa Chenevert

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I had my puppy ship from Illinois to Georgia. The driver was very courteous he kept me informed with calls text and pictures of my puppy along the way. I highly recommend them.

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How expensive is it to own and care for a pet in Houston?

The Houston area is a great place to raise your pup, but it can be challenging on your wallet. The cost of living in Houston is around the national average, making pet ownership something you’ll want to budget ahead of time. Here’s what you can expect to spend on common pet expenses.

First year of pet ownership
  • $80 - $1,600Purchase/acquire pet
  • $80 - $240Average of first year vet bills
  • $30 - $168Licensing/registrations
  • $100 - $560Average food costs (dependent on size of dog/brand of food)
  • $16 - $40Dog walking supplies
  • $20 - $120Toys and treats
  • $520 - $600Grooming (once a month)
  • $846 - $3,328Total yearly expenses

How Transporters Get Your Pets to Houston and surrounding areas?

When it comes to getting your pets to Houston and surrounding areas, there are several reliable highways and airports transporters can use to deliver your precious items. The major highway leading to the city is Interstate 45, otherwise known as the Gulf Freeway. This route runs from Galveston all the way up to Dallas and is a major thoroughfare for transporters using CitizenShipper to get pets and other items to Houston. Other highways that are often used for transport include US-59, US-290, and Interstate 10.

Transporters can also use airports to get your pets to Houston and surrounding areas. The main airport in Houston is George Bush Intercontinental Airport, located just north of downtown. It has direct flights to major cities across the US and is one of the busiest airports in the country. Other airports in the area include Sugar Land Regional Airport in Sugar Land and Lone Star Executive Airport in The Woodlands. With these airports, transporters can easily transport your pets to Houston and the surrounding areas.

No matter the destination, transporters using CitizenShipper can easily get your pets to Houston and the surrounding areas with reliable highways and airports available. With the convenience of direct flights and the accessibility of major highways, transporters can get your pets and other precious items to Houston and the surrounding areas quickly and safely.

Navigating the Final Mile and Reducing Wait Times

To ensure that your driver reaches the destination the quickest, provide them with instructions on navigating the house or building's exact location. Additionally, you can request your driver to provide you with a tracking link using Google or Apple maps. This will not only reduce wait times at delivery but also reduce any anxiety you may have.

How CitizenShipper Works

No matter what you’re transporting, CitizenShipper has got you covered. We connect you with professional drivers eager and able to meet your requests.

Here's how.

Step #1: List your transport for free

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What is the cost to ship your precious items to Houston, TX?

What you're transporting to Houston and how you choose to do it will determine the cost. Check out the examples and breakdown below.

cost to ship

$699

North Las Vegas, NV Laredo, TX

1,346 mi

animal shipping

$725

Bumpass, VA San Antonio, TX

1,518 mi

Cost to ship a car

$1.00/mi.

A host of factors determine how much it’ll cost to ship your vehicle to the Houston area. This includes its size and condition, the time of year, pickup and drop-off locations, travel distance, whether you use an open or enclosed trailer and mode of transport.

Vehicles include:

Cars/light trucks, RVs, camper trailers, oversized/lifted trucks, antique/special care vehicles, and others.

Cost to ship a motorcycle

$0.69/mi.

The origin state and transport distance will impact the cost of shipping your motorcycle. An enclosed trailer will protect your bike much better, but an open trailer costs significantly less.

Motorcycles include:

Racing bikes, dirt bikes, scooters, cruising bikes/choppers, ATVs, 3-wheelers, and others.

Cost to ship a boat

$1.37/mi.

Your boat is an investment – finding safe transportation should be too. The cost will vary based on your boat’s measurements, the season, and other factors, such as the mode and method of shipping.

Boats include:

Power/motorboats, fishing boats, sailboats, and others.

Cost to ship freight

$1.14/mi.

Numerous variables determine the cost of freight shipping to the Houston metropolitan area, such as how far it needs to go, its density or volume, whether you need extra accessories and the type of carrier you choose.

Freight include:

Less than a truckload, or a full truckload.

Cost to ship household items

$0.70/mi.

You can use various options to move your household items to the Houston area. The most common choices include renting a van and doing it yourself, hiring a furniture-moving company and utilizing peer-to-peer platforms like CitizenShipper to connect with qualified experts.

Household Items include:

Furniture, kitchen appliances, and boxes.

Cost to move

$1.32/mi.

Moving homes is a hassle. Transporting your belongings doesn’t have to be. You can rent a van and move everything yourself or hire a company. Using professional movers will make the transition to the Houston area less stressful and help prevent damage.

Apartment and House Moves include:

1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments, 3 bedroom house, 4 bedroom house, and a 5 bedroom house.

Cost to ship heavy equipment

$1.06/mi.

The size of your equipment will directly affect the shipping cost. Flatbed hauling is the standard solution and sufficient for most heavy equipment transports.

Heavy Equipment include:

Tractors, excavators, backhoe loaders, skid steer loaders, forklift/telehandlers, and others.

Cost of running errands

$0.70/mi.

The average cost of hiring an errand service in Houston is around $30 per hour. Depending on the type of service you need, when you need it and how far the driver travels, you can spend as little as $15 per hour or as much as $100.

Local Errands include:

Grocery and meal delivery, office supplies shopping, sending and receiving packages and moving services.

Cost to ship fragile items

$1.52/mi.

Transporting fragile items requires extra attention and care. The travel distance and mode and method of transport will determine the cost. CitizenShipper can connect you with qualified drivers who specialize in safely handling hard-to-ship items.

Special Care include:

Antiques, heirlooms, musical instruments, artwork, wine & spirits and other fragile items.

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I really like CitizenShipper, they are amazing

I really like CitizenShipper because i can ship anything by them and its easy to use. I shipped my Jetski from Kansas to Iowa. I would use them again and again for anything i want to ship.

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Whitney was amazing! Very friendly, she arrived promptly and provided updates & pictures along the way; we felt very comfortable knowing she took great care of our puppy! Beyond happy and I totally recommend her!

Charlene Carmel

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Will be recommending CitizenShipper!

Love Citizenshipper! They do a fantastic job in weeding out great trustworthy drivers for your precious cargo. I have recommended them several times already. It's a very fast and efficient process. Thanks again!

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