The Ship Cars

    Vehicle Collection in London

    All 32 London boroughs, the M25 orbital, and commuter towns including Watford, Croydon, Romford and Kingston. We handle collection, port paperwork and export loading so your vehicle is ready to ship from Tilbury.

    Postcodes

    E, EC, N, NW, SE, SW, W, WC postcode areas

    Lead time

    Same-day collection is available for Central and Greater London bookings placed before 10am, given the short run to Tilbury

    Nearest port

    Tilbury (24 mi)

    From

    £85

    Coverage Area

    All 32 London boroughs, the M25 orbital, and commuter towns including Watford, Croydon, Romford and Kingston. Local landmarks and routes we work around include M25 orbital motorway, Dartford Crossing, London Gateway, Blackwall Tunnel.

    Collection Lead Time

    Same-day collection is available for Central and Greater London bookings placed before 10am, given the short run to Tilbury.

    Nearest Export Ports

    • Tilbury24 miles
    • Southampton79 miles
    • Sheerness45 miles

    Transporter Types Available

    • • Single-car flatbed (congestion charge and ULEZ compliant)
    • • Enclosed transporter for prestige and classic cars
    • • Multi-car transporter for dealer and auction moves

    Motorway access: M25, M1, M40, M11, M4.

    Pricing Guidance

    Local London collection

    Includes congestion charge/ULEZ where applicable

    £85

    London to Tilbury

    Same-day export loading

    £120

    London to Southampton

    Standard saloon, flatbed

    £175

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do you charge extra for ULEZ and congestion charge collections?
    Any applicable ULEZ or congestion charge is built into the local London collection price shown at quote stage, so there are no surprise add-ons.
    How close is Tilbury to central London?
    Tilbury is around 24 miles from central London, making it the primary export port for most London-based RORO and container shipments.
    Can you collect from residential streets with parking restrictions?
    Yes. Our drivers are experienced with London parking bays, resident permit zones and narrow streets, and will confirm any access notes with you before collection.
    Do you collect from London auction houses and dealer showrooms?
    Yes, including regular runs to Central Bargate and dealer sites across Mayfair, Park Lane and outer London showrooms.
    How fast can a car be collected and shipped from London?
    Same-day collection and next-day loading at Tilbury is achievable for most standard cars when booked before 10am.
    Do you handle prestige and supercar collections in London?
    Yes, enclosed transporters and soft-strap flatbeds are used as standard for prestige, supercar and classic collections across London.