Quick answer
What is roro shipping?
RORO shipping carries roadworthy vehicles on specialist vessels. The vehicle is driven aboard, secured for the voyage and collected at the destination port; it is usually the simplest sea-freight option for a running car.
The Ship Cars is the vehicle shipping agent division of Ascope Shipping Services LTD, registered in England.
Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO) shipping is the industry standard for international vehicle transport. Your car is driven directly onto a specialist cargo vessel, secured in position using wheel-lashings, and transported safely to your destination port.
The Ship Cars offers weekly RORO sailings from Southampton, Tilbury, and Bristol to over 50 countries. RORO is ideal for standard running vehicles — it's typically 30–40% cheaper than container shipping and available on most major trade routes.
Why Choose Our RORO Shipping
Most Cost-Effective
RORO is the cheapest way to ship a running vehicle internationally. No container costs, no crating — just drive on and go.
Regular Sailing Schedules
Weekly and bi-weekly departures from major UK ports mean shorter waiting times and more flexibility.
Quick Loading & Unloading
Vehicles are driven on and off the vessel, making the process faster than container loading.
Specialist Vehicle Vessels
RORO ships are purpose-built for vehicle transport with multi-deck car decks and professional lashing.
Ideal for Running Vehicles
Any self-propelled vehicle can be shipped via RORO — cars, SUVs, vans, trucks, and motorbikes on trailers.
Marine Insurance Included
Every RORO shipment through Ship Cars includes comprehensive marine transit insurance as standard.
How It Works
Get a Quote
Tell us your vehicle details and destination. We'll provide a fixed-price RORO quote within 2 hours.
Book Your Sailing
Confirm your booking and we'll reserve your space on the next available RORO vessel.
Deliver to Port
Drive your vehicle to the designated UK port or use our door-to-port collection service.
Shipping & Tracking
Your vehicle sails to the destination port. Track progress in real-time via our tracking system.
Collection at Destination
Collect your vehicle from the destination port. We can arrange customs clearance and local delivery.
Indicative Pricing
Prices are estimates for a standard car. Get an exact quote for your vehicle.
Europe (Spain, Cyprus, Turkey)
5–14 days transit
Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia)
14–25 days transit
Africa (Nigeria, South Africa)
14–28 days transit
Americas (USA, Canada)
14–28 days transit
Asia & Oceania (Australia, Japan)
21–45 days transit
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I ship a non-running car via RORO?
Is my car exposed to weather on a RORO ship?
Can I put personal items in my car for RORO shipping?
How is my car secured on the RORO ship?
Official government resources
Always confirm current customs, duty and vehicle registration rules with the official authorities before you ship.
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