How long does it take to ship a Mercedes-Benz from Arizona?

Door-to-door shipping a Mercedes-Benz from Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert typically takes seven to fourteen days from pickup to delivery, depending on distance and carrier availability. West Coast deliveries (California, Nevada, Utah) usually arrive in two to five days. Texas, the mountain states, and the Pacific Northwest typically arrive in four to eight days. Midwest, South, and East Coast deliveries usually arrive in seven to fourteen days. Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert works only with vetted, fully insured, contracted carriers and offers enclosed transport and is recommended for new, AMG®, EQ, and high-value Certified Pre-Owned vehicles at a modest premium over open transport. Tracking is provided once the carrier picks up the vehicle.

Typical shipping timelines by destination

From Gilbert, AZ to… Open carrier Enclosed carrier
California, Nevada, Utah 2–5 days 3–6 days
Texas, Colorado, New Mexico 4–7 days 5–8 days
Pacific Northwest (WA, OR, ID) 4–8 days 5–9 days
Midwest (IL, WI, MN, MI) 6–10 days 7–12 days
South (TN, GA, FL) 7–11 days 8–13 days
Northeast (NY, NJ, MA, PA) 8–14 days 9–14 days

Timelines reflect the typical window from carrier pickup to door delivery. Add one to three business days at the dealership end for prep, paperwork, and carrier scheduling.

Enclosed vs. open carrier — what to choose

  • Open carrier is the standard option. The vehicle rides on a multi-car trailer exposed to the elements. Open transport is the right choice for most pre-owned daily-driver vehicles, and the cost is lower.
  • Enclosed carrier is recommended for new vehicles, all AMG® variants, all Mercedes-EQ models, and high-value Certified Pre-Owned vehicles. Enclosed transport protects the paint from road debris and weather, and the carriers used typically transport fewer vehicles at a time, which can reduce overall transit time.

The Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert team will recommend the right option for each vehicle and provide an exact quote before booking.

Insurance and tracking

Every shipment is fully insured at the vehicle’s purchase price during transit, by the contracted carrier’s commercial cargo policy. Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert only works with carriers that meet the dealership’s insurance, inspection, and reputation standards. Once the carrier picks up the vehicle, the buyer receives tracking information and a single point of contact on the carrier’s dispatch team.

A faster alternative — fly and drive

Many buyers prefer to fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) and drive the car home. The dealership is 25 minutes from PHX baggage claim. A pickup at the dealership can be scheduled the same day for buyers traveling in, including a personal vehicle walk-through and delivery experience that’s hard to replicate over a phone. Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert can also arrange a hotel near the dealership the night of arrival, and the Sales Specialist will have the vehicle prepped, fueled, and ready when the buyer arrives.

Cost expectations

Shipping cost depends on distance, carrier type, fuel price, and time of year. As a general guide:

  • California / Nevada / Utah: $700–$1,600 open / $1,500–$2,500 enclosed
  • Texas / mountain states: $1,000–$1,800 open / $2,500–$3,000 enclosed
  • Midwest / South: $1,600–$2,900 open / $2,500–$3,800 enclosed
  • East Coast: $1,800–$2,900 open / $3,000–$4,900 enclosed

These ranges are estimates only. The Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert team provides an exact quote for each vehicle and route before booking.

For more on the full out-of-state buying process, see: Can I buy a Mercedes-Benz from Arizona if I live out of state?