Ship Car to Marbella

UK to Costa del Sol Vehicle Shipping

Shipping a car to Marbella is a professional vehicle transport service that delivers your car from the UK to the heart of the Costa del Sol. International Car Movements provides fully insured, door-to-door car shipping to Marbella using covered and open carriers, with customs clearance and all documentation managed as part of the service.

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Why Ship Your Car to Marbella?

Marbella is home to one of the largest British expat communities in Spain, and the Golden Mile, Puerto Banus and Nueva Andalucia attract some of the most impressive vehicles in Europe. For residents, seasonal visitors and property owners, having your own car in Marbella is a practical necessity — and for many, it is a specific vehicle they would rather ship than replace.

The drive from the UK to Marbella is over 1,300 miles, crossing the Channel, traversing the full length of France and driving deep into southern Spain. That is at least two full days on the road. Our shipping service means your car arrives at your Marbella address without the motorway miles, the fatigue, the tolls or the fuel costs.

We ship vehicles to Marbella for:

Marbella Car Shipping Options

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Covered Transport to Marbella

Marbella’s reputation as a supercar destination means many vehicles shipped here are of exceptional value. Our covered transport service provides the protection these cars demand. Your vehicle travels inside a fully enclosed trailer, hidden from view and shielded from weather, road debris and stone chips from the UK all the way to your Marbella address.

This is the service of choice for supercars, prestige vehicles, convertibles and classic cars heading to the Costa del Sol.

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Open Transport to Marbella

For everyday vehicles, family cars and second cars, open transport offers a professional and cost-effective route to Marbella. Vehicles are loaded onto multi-car transporters and secured for the journey through France and Spain. Reliable, affordable and well suited to vehicles that do not require enclosed protection.

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Seasonal and Return Shipping

Many Marbella residents spend the warmer months on the Costa del Sol and return to the UK for the winter — or vice versa. We offer seasonal shipping arrangements for clients who need their car moved between the UK and Marbella on a regular basis. Repeat bookings come with simplified scheduling and preferential rates.

How We Ship Your Car to Marbella

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Provide the UK collection address, Marbella delivery address, vehicle details and your timeframe. We return a fixed, all-inclusive quote.

Confirm and plan

We schedule the Channel crossing, the route through France and Spain, and coordinate the Marbella delivery window to match your arrival.

UK collection

Our driver collects your vehicle from any UK address, completes a photographic condition report and loads it onto the transporter.

Transit through France and Spain

Your car crosses the Channel and travels south through France, crossing into Spain via the Pyrenees. From northern Spain, the route follows the Mediterranean coast or the inland motorway network down to Andalucia and Marbella.

Marbella delivery

We deliver door-to-door to your Marbella address — villa, apartment, hotel, Puerto Banus berth or any location on the Costa del Sol.

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Consider the pros and cons of shipping your car versus renting one in Spain. For short visits, renting might be more practical. However, for extended stays or special events, having your own vehicle can provide greater comfort and convenience.

Ship Your Car to Marbella

From permanent relocations to seasonal moves and supercar deliveries, International Car Movements provides professional, fully insured car shipping from the UK to Marbella and the Costa del Sol.

Get a free quote — complete our online form or contact our team directly.

Delivery Times and Costs

UK to Marbella takes 5 to 8 working days for standard road transport. Marbella is one of the furthest major destinations from the Channel ports, and the route covers over 1,300 miles.

Pricing factors:

Fixed, all-inclusive pricing. Transport, insurance, customs and tolls are all included.

Marbella Delivery Area

Our delivery service covers all of Marbella and the wider Costa del Sol. We deliver to:
Our drivers are familiar with the gated urbanisations, hillside access roads and security-controlled communities that are common throughout the Marbella area.

Customs and Spanish Import Requirements

Shipping a vehicle from the UK to Spain requires customs clearance. We manage every aspect:
Spain’s vehicle import process has specific requirements around emissions, homologation and registration. Our customs team has handled hundreds of UK-to-Spain shipments and ensures nothing is missed.

FAQs

Standard delivery from the UK to Marbella takes 5 to 8 working days. This covers collection from your UK address, the Channel crossing and road transport through France and Spain to the Costa del Sol. Express delivery options are available for time-sensitive moves.
Marbella is one of our most requested Spanish destinations. The large British expat community, the seasonal resident population and the concentration of luxury vehicles in the Puerto Banus area make it a year-round destination for vehicle shipments from the UK.
Yes. We deliver to Puerto Banus marina, the surrounding streets and all nearby urbanisations. Our drivers are experienced with the access requirements and parking logistics at Puerto Banus.
For a permanent import, you will typically pay customs duty (if applicable from a non-EU origin), IVA at 21%, and the Matriculacion tax (registration tax, which varies based on CO2 emissions — typically 0% to 14.75%). Our customs team provides a full cost breakdown before you commit to shipping.
You can drive on UK plates in Spain for a limited period (generally up to 6 months within a 12-month period) if you are not a Spanish tax resident. If you become a resident, you are required to re-register the vehicle with Spanish plates. We can advise on the timeline and connect you with Spanish registration services.
Yes. We regularly ship classic cars to Marbella for collectors and enthusiasts. Covered transport is recommended for classic and vintage vehicles to provide maximum protection on the journey through France and Spain.