--- title: "Alberta-to-Northwest-Territories-Transit-Times" id: "8510" type: "page" slug: "alberta-to-northwest-territories-transit-times" published_at: "2017-02-15T19:04:51+00:00" modified_at: "2026-07-13T11:50:04+00:00" url: "https://www.mvscanada.ca/alberta-to-northwest-territories-transit-times/" markdown_url: "https://www.mvscanada.ca/alberta-to-northwest-territories-transit-times.md" excerpt: "[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" inner_shadow=\"on\" admin_label=\"Main Page Header Intro\" module_class=\"standardContentHeader\" _builder_version=\"4.16\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" background_image=\"https://www.mvscanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/car-shipping-canada-scaled.png\" background_blend=\"screen\" custom_padding=\"100px|0px|100px|0px\" da_disable_devices=\"off|off|off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" da_is_popup=\"off\" da_exit_intent=\"off\" da_has_close=\"on\" da_alt_close=\"off\" da_dark_close=\"off\" da_not_modal=\"on\" da_is_singular=\"off\" da_with_loader=\"off\" da_has_shadow=\"on\"][et_pb_row admin_label=\"row\" _builder_version=\"4.16\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_size=\"initial\" background_position=\"top_left\" background_repeat=\"repeat\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.16\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" custom_padding__hover=\"|||\"..." --- # Transit Times for Shipping a Car From Alberta to Northwest Territories ### **How It’s Calculated** Wait time + transit time = your route’s average shipping time. ### **See Current Alberta to Northwest Territories Times** [View live shipping times](https://www.mvscanada.ca/shipping-schedules/) ### **Alberta to Northwest Territories Shipping Information** Our main Alberta [terminals](https://www.mvscanada.ca/terminals/) are located in Edmonton and Calgary. If your vehicle is coming from Calgary or elsewhere in Alberta, it will travel to our Edmonton terminal, then continue by open car carrier to Yellowknife. We currently service only the highway towns along the route to Yellowknife, and Yellowknife itself, within the Northwest Territories. We have terminals in Yellowknife, though storage fees may apply there; in most cases, our driver will call you directly to arrange meeting at a commercial location, like a dealership or truck stop, instead. For example, a vehicle shipped from Medicine Hat, AB to Yellowknife, NT typically travels like this: Medicine Hat, AB → Calgary, AB → Edmonton, AB → Yellowknife, NT Average shipping times are calculated from real recent shipments and are updated regularly — they’re a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Pickup and delivery in more remote areas can take longer than the route average. How long does it take to ship my car from Alberta to Northwest Territories? ⌄ Shipping times reflect real averages from recent shipments, not fixed guarantees. Departures aren’t on a set schedule — they depend on how many vehicles are already booked and waiting at each terminal. Booking 1–2 weeks ahead generally helps us stage your shipment closer to your preferred date. If you’re shipping by enclosed trailer, these general timelines may not apply the same way. What’s the difference between wait time and transit time? ⌄ Wait time is how long your vehicle waits to depart, whether that’s after a door pickup is scheduled or once it’s dropped off at a terminal. Transit time is how long your vehicle spends actually moving between terminals once it’s on its way. Together, these make up your total shipping time for the route. Will my car be shipped by multiple trucks? ⌄ Yes, in most cases. Your vehicle typically travels through our Edmonton terminal on its way to Yellowknife. Each hand-off can add a short wait before the next departure. What can affect my shipping timeline? ⌄ A few things can affect your timeline: how far ahead you book, your vehicle’s size, and whether you choose door-to-door or terminal service. Winter weather, peak moving season, and statutory holidays can also extend wait or transit time. Explore our [shipping options](https://www.mvscanada.ca/services/) to see what fits your vehicle. How do I get a quote to ship my car from Alberta to Northwest Territories? ⌄ Request a [free quote](https://www.mvscanada.ca/request-a-quote/) online or by phone, and let us know your pickup and delivery locations between Alberta and Northwest Territories. An MVS Canada agent will follow up with pricing and help you choose the right transport option for your route. [testimonial_rotator id=6184 format=list] With over 30 years of combined experience in the auto transport industry. MVS Canada is a company who you can trust and depend on. We are a member of BBB and the Halifax Chamber of Commerce. [SEE OUR RATING](https://www.bbb.org/ca/ns/dartmouth/profile/vehicle-transport/mvs-canada-logistics-inc-0087-34055/more-info#bbb-rating) ## Online Tracking MVS Canada makes it easy to track your vehicle. With FedEx inspired tracking, you can easily know where your vehicle is during its journey. [More Info](https://www.mvscanada.ca/tracking/) ## Ready to Ship Your Car from Alberta to Northwest Territories? [Get My Free Quote](https://www.mvscanada.ca/request-a-quote/)