How to transport a car from Germany to Spain — Complete guide

In {country}, vehicle transport works mainly in two ways:

Direct transport (express): A carrier picks up your vehicle and delivers it directly to the destination. Faster but more expensive.

Shared transport (groupage): Your vehicle travels alongside others on a multi-car carrier. More affordable but takes longer, as the carrier combines multiple deliveries on the same route.

With Priority Help Car you can post your request and receive quotes for both types. Each carrier will specify whether it's direct or shared, the price and estimated time.

Open carrier: The most common and affordable method. Your vehicle travels uncovered on a car transporter. Suitable for most vehicles.

Enclosed carrier: The vehicle travels inside a closed trailer, protected from weather. Recommended for high-value, classic or sports cars.

Individual flatbed: A platform that transports a single vehicle. Ideal for short distances or emergencies.

4x4 / off-road recovery: Specialised vehicles for collecting cars from difficult-access areas (countryside, mountains, unpaved zones).

To transport a vehicle within {country} you need:

• •Vehicle registration certificate
• •MOT/technical inspection (valid)
• •Vehicle insurance in force
• •ID or passport of the owner
• •Purchase contract if the vehicle was recently acquired

The carrier may request copies of these documents before collection. Make sure to have them ready.

Prices vary depending on distance, vehicle type and urgency. As a general reference:

• •Local tow (within the city): €80–200
• •Regional transport (up to 300 km): €200–500
• •National transport (300–1000 km): €400–900
• •International transport: €600–1,500 (depending on distance and route)

These prices are indicative and may vary by season, vehicle type (motorcycle, car, van) and availability. Post your request on Priority Help Car to receive real quotes from professionals.

Priority Help Car offers you two ways to find a carrier:

Direct contact (from the app):
- See available professionals on the map in real time
- Contact the one you prefer directly
- Ideal for emergencies or when you need an immediate response
- Download the free app to use this feature

Post a request (from the web or app):
- Describe your need: vehicle type, origin, destination, date
- Receive quotes from several professionals in the country
- Compare prices and conditions before choosing
- Ideal for scheduled, non-urgent transport
- You can post from the web without downloading anything

To transport a vehicle from Germany to Spain, you need:

Within the EU (no customs):
- Original vehicle registration
- Vehicle insurance valid in both countries (the Green Card covers most European countries)
- Valid MOT/technical inspection
- ID or passport of the owner
- Purchase contract if recently acquired

Additional recommended documentation:
- Purchase invoice (if new or imported vehicle)
- Certificate of Conformity (COC) if registering the vehicle in the destination country
- Temporary deregistration form if the vehicle has no active registration

All carriers on Priority Help Car know the required documentation and can advise you before shipping.

All professional carriers must have liability insurance covering vehicles during transport. Before hiring, check:

• •Coverage: That the insurance covers damage during loading, transport and unloading
• •Limit: The maximum insured value per vehicle
• •Excess: If there's a minimum amount you must pay in case of a claim

We recommend documenting the vehicle's condition with photos before handing it over to the carrier. This facilitates any subsequent claim.

Times depend on distance and type of transport:

Direct transport (express):
- The carrier picks up and delivers without intermediate stops
- Estimated time from Germany to Spain: depending on distance, generally 1-3 days

Shared transport (groupage):
- The carrier combines multiple shipments on a route
- More affordable, but may take 5-10 days
- The carrier confirms the exact date when accepting the service

Post your request in advance for more options and better prices.