Ship a car from Montreal to Edmonton
Do you need to move a vehicle from Montreal to Edmonton? You don’t have to make the long drive yourself.
Thinking about driving from Montreal to Edmonton to relocate?
That’s a 3,500 kilometre drive. Ouch!
You will pass through five provinces. In Canadian weather. With Canadian construction.
You’re probably doing the math right now. Thinking maybe you can knock it out in three days if you really push it. Four days max. How hard could it be?
Here’s the deal: We ship cars from Montreal to Edmonton every week at Reindeer Logistics. Over 50,000 vehicles moved across Canada. Know what most of our customers tell us? They started out planning to drive it themselves. Then they actually thought about what that means.
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How does driving to Edmonton actually play out?
Look, road trips can be great.
This isn’t a road trip. It’s an endurance test.
Hour one feels fine. Hour 10through Thunder Bay, you’re already tired. Hour 20 through the prairies? You’re counting grain elevators just to stay conscious. Hour 30? You’re googling “how long is Saskatchewan” while trying not to fall asleep. Your playlist ran out somewhere in Manitoba. Your back hurts. And Alberta’s still ahead.
We’re not saying don’t explore Canada. Just that moving your car shouldn’t require a week of your life you won’t get back. There’s a difference between a scenic drive and a forced march.
What's the actual cost?
Most people calculate gas and call it a day.
It’s not that simple. Not even close.
Do the math with us. Gas across five provinces, that’s gonna hurt. Three or four nights in hotels. Unless you’re planning to sleep in your car (please don’t). Meals every few hours because what else is there to do? Time off work. The wear on your vehicle. Nearly 3,500 kilometres worth.
Then there’s the stuff you can’t put a price on. Winter driving through Northern Ontario? Terrifying. Construction delays that add hours. Wildlife on the highway at dusk. You don’t wanna hit a moose at 100 km/h. Trust us on that one.
Some people love long drives. If that’s you, fantastic. Really. But if you’re reading this? You’re probably not one of them.
How we ship your car
Getting your
quote
Simple process. No games. You tell us what you're shipping. Where in Montreal we're picking up. Where in Edmonton it's going. When you need it there. Takes about 60 seconds. The price we give you? That's the price. It doesn't mysteriously change later. No "forgot to mention" fees. The number is the number. Period.
One coordinator, one number
Here's what drives people crazy about other companies. You call, get transferred. Call again, talk to someone new who doesn't know anything about your shipment. Email, no response.
Not here.
You get one relocation coordinator. One person who handles everything from Montreal pickup to Edmonton delivery. They have a name. A direct number. They actually answer when you call. Novel concept, right?
The inspection process
This matters more than you think.
Before your Off-Road Trailer leaves Montreal, we inspect every inch. Together. You spot any existing scratches? We document them. That tiny door ding from the grocery store parking lot? Written down. Both parties sign off. Done.
Why obsess over this?
We've seen what happens when companies get sloppy with documentation. Vehicles arrive. Damage shows up. Suddenly nobody can prove when it happened. That sick feeling in your stomach? We prevent that.
Same inspection in Edmonton. In daylight. Always in daylight. So you can actually see everything. Clear as day.
Getting your car ready
This stuff matters. Even though it seems basic.
Clean it. We know, we know. But we can't inspect a car covered in Montreal winter grime.
Quarter tank of gas maximum. Enough to drive on and off the truck. That's all you need. Extra weight costs extra money anyway.
Everything out. And we mean everything. Check places you forgot exist. Under seats. Trunk corners. That phone charger everyone leaves behind. Snow tires in the trunk, everyone forgets about those. Gym bag. Emergency kit. All of it. Out. And don't forget that MACPASS or toll pass.
Alarm off. Three days of an alarm going off equals dead battery. Nobody wants that.
Antennas down. They snap off easier than you'd think at highway speeds.
Loose stuff removed. Bike racks. Cargo boxes. Whatever isn't bolted down permanently. Off.
Extra keys ready. The driver needs 'em. Find them now. Not on pickup morning when everyone's waiting.
Electric vehicle? Charge it to 80%. Throw the charging cable inside. Done.
Open vs. enclosed transport
People get confused by this all the time. Let us simplify it.
Both get your car there safely. Promise.
Open transport
Those big trucks you see on highways. The ones carrying 8 to 10 vehicles. Your car’s exposed to weather and road conditions. Rain, snow, the works. But here's the thing, this is how basically every new car gets delivered to dealerships. Every. Single. One. If it's safe enough for brand new vehicles? It's safe enough for yours.
Enclosed transport
Your car goes inside what's basically a giant trailer. Four walls. Roof. Completely protected from everything. Rain, snow, road debris, even dust. Nothing touches it. Costs more? Yeah. Worth it for something special? That's your call.
The timeline question
Montreal to Edmonton isn’t next-day delivery. Anyone saying different is lying.
You’re looking at 5-7 business days realistically.
Everything goes perfect? Maybe day 5. Blizzard hits the prairies? Day 8. Construction season which is always? Add a day. Welcome to Canada.
But here’s the difference. Your coordinator tells you what’s happening. Delay? You know immediately. Ahead of schedule? You know that too. No guessing. No wondering. Real updates when they matter.
Weather and your vehicle
Canadian weather doesn’t care about your shipping schedule.
Not even a little bit.
Your car might leave Montreal in October rain. Hit snow in Ontario. Warm spell in Manitoba. Then freeze again in Saskatchewan. We’ve seen it all happen in one trip.
Check your fluids before shipping. All of ‘em. Antifreeze levels especially. Your vehicle needs to handle whatever Canada throws at it during transport. And Canada? It can throw a lot.
What makes Reindeer Logistics different?
Been doing this nearly30 years. We’re a member of the Canadian Association of Movers. Moved over 500,000 vehicles total.
But you don’t care about our resume. You care about your car arriving safe. In one piece. On time.
So here’s what actually matters. We answer the phone when you call. Not eventually. Not after 14menu options. Actually answer it. Like, a human picks up. And helps you. Immediately.
Updates? You get them without having to chase us down. Real ones. Useful ones. Not generic “in transit” messages that mean nothing.
Door-to-door service if you want it. Because driving to a terminal defeats the whole purpose of not driving. Doesn’t it?
Licensed and insured carriers. Every time. No exceptions. We verify insurance. Then we verify it again. Because your car matters.
Your car shows up when we say it will. In the condition it left. Simple as that.
Making the decision
Shipping your car from Montreal to Edmonton isn’t cheap. Let’s be honest.
But neither is driving it yourself when you actually add everything up. Really add it up. Not just the gas.
What’s a week of your life worth? The stress of driving through five provinces? The miles on your vehicle? Winter driving through Northern Ontario? That can be terrifying. And we mean terrifying.
Only you know what fits you.
Still on the fence? Get a quote. It’s free. Takes less than 60 seconds. No phone calls unless you want them. See the actual cost. Then decide. At least then you’ll know.
Ready to ship?
Alright. You’ve read this far. You’re probably sick of thinking about logistics. You just want your car moved. Without the hassle.
We get it. Really.
Here is what happens next. Get your free quote. Talk to a real person, and we mean a real actual person, about your specific situation. Book your shipment. Then go live your life while we handle the boring part. Getting your car across the country.
Your vehicle gets from Montreal to Edmonton. Safely. You get there however you want. Plane, train, taking your sweet time. Whatever. Everyone wins. That is the whole point.
What have you got to lose?
Contact us today. Lets get your car moved without the 40-hour marathon through every kind of Canadian weather imaginable. Because trust me, you’ll see it all on that drive. All of it.
Bottom line: You deserve better than a week of your life spent on the Trans-Canada Highway.
Give us a call and we will save the day!
Why choose us
At Reindeer, we have over 20 years of experience handling Canadian car shipments, including long-distance moves. We’re also a proud member of the Canadian Association of Movers.
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real.
When you work with Reindeer Logistics you will never encounter a maze of computer recordings or an automated telephone system. No matter when you call, you will talk with a real, live person who is trained to guide you through the auto relocation process.
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personal.
All our customers are assigned a relocation coordinator whose main objective is to anticipate and accommodate your every need. Your coordinator will be dedicated to you from pick up to delivery, ensuring that your car is where you want it, when you want it.
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service.
Reindeer’s commitment to constant product and service improvement is the ultimate demonstration of our promise of delivery, quality, predictability and status.