RV Shipping

Looking to ship an RV from the USA overseas? No worries. Direct Express, Inc. provides containerized and RoRo transportation of RVs, backed by custom loading methods to maximize available space. This ensures the safest transport of your RV or camper. Rest assured, we can collect your RV from anywhere in the USA and offer service to most ports. 

Here at Direct Express Inc., we bring three decades of experience to the table so you can trust us to handle the process from start to finish. Get a free quote on RV shipping when you call us at +1.310.324.2100 or fill out our online form. 

All About International RV Shipping

When shipping an RV overseas, it’s very important to have the right representative in the USA behind you. We handle all the paperwork and make all the necessary arrangements, collecting any size or type of RV in any location in the USA and shipping it to Europe, Australia, or New Zealand.

Whether you’re moving or you need your recreational vehicle transported for scheduled auto shows overseas, our team can expedite and facilitate the process to ensure your oversized vehicle arrives at its destination on time. 

Our experienced staff will collect and handle all logistics of the transport your RV, in any condition, and in any location. To do this, we offer open carrier, enclosed trailer, flat bed, and low boy trailer.

Get peace of mind knowing we have loading facilities located in Los Angeles, Houston, Savannah, and New York City. 

What Qualifies as a Recreational Vehicle?

Recreational vehicles are generally considered to be: 

  • Motorhomes
  • Campers
  • Pop ups
  • Trailers

If you plan to ship RVs overseas, we can handle any type of shipment through all stages of the process. In general, we handle RV shipping, boat and yacht shipping, trailer shipping, and machinery shipping. 

From private owners to dealerships, we cater to many clients needing to transport RVs. 

RV Shipping: How Does it Work?

You have a few options to choose from when you need to ship RVs and other oversized cargo overseas. We rely on specialty processes such as the following methods to ship RVs.

Flat Rack Shipping Method

This is basically a large container without a roof or walls. It’s commonly used to transport boats, RVs, trucks and heavy machinery. Flat racks are the last to be loaded onto the container ship, which may expose your cargo to the elements during transport. We can shrink wrap newer vehicles and equipment if you so choose. 

Roll-On Roll-Off (RoRo)

This is the most cost effective method for shipping large vehicles such as trucks, RVs, and motorhomes. If your item has wheels, this is a great option since it can get onto the ship of its own power. 

They roll on and off the shipping vessel below deck so they are kept out of the elements. Keep in mind, there is a 15-foot height restriction for the loading ramp.

Lift-On Lift-Off (LoLo)

This is used when vessels don’t have storage in the hull. A crane must be used to load all the RVs onto the deck. This is a popular method for RVs that don’t run.

How Much Does it Cost to Ship RVs?

It’s impossible to say with certainty until you contact us for a quote. The cost to ship a large motorhome on wheels vs. a small camper will be very different. We need to know the nature, size and dimensions of your RV before we can give you a more accurate quote. Other factors come into play when developing cost, such as:

  • Destination and departure port locations
  • Selected shipping option 
  • Insurance and taxes
  • Duty fees

How Long Does it Take to Ship an RV?

This will depend on the departure and destination ports. In general, RVs arrive faster when shipped from the East Coast than the West Coast.

Why Choose Direct Express Inc. For RV Shipping?

Well, basically because we are the best at it! With 30 years of experience behind us, we bring the highest level of attention to detail to the process of RV shipping. We know this industry and understand the process inside and out. We can handle any request from start to finish no matter how big or small your RV is. 

To get a free quote, complete our online form or call us at +1.310.324.2100.