Nationwide equine transporters you can trust
EQ-Ride is the modern marketplace for equine transport. Whether you need equine shipping across state lines or a short professional equine transport between barns, every carrier on EQ-Ride is verified for active DOT and MC numbers, commercial insurance, and trailer condition. No more cold-calling unknown equine transporters or wondering if your horse is safe in transit.
Verified carriers
Every transporter passes a DOT/MC, insurance, and equipment check before going live.
Real-time tracking
Photo updates at pickup, fuel stops, one-hour-out, and delivery — visible in your dashboard.
Secure payments
Pay EQ-Ride securely up front. Drivers are paid upon delivery confirmation. No deposits to strangers.
Right-sized rigs
Box stalls, standing stalls, slant or straight load, air-ride — filter for what your horse needs.
Fast matching
Carriers running your corridor are notified immediately. Most routes get quotes within hours.
Care-first culture
Built by horse people. Every driver agrees to our welfare standards before joining.
How EQ-Ride equine transport works
- 01
Tell us about your horse and route — pickup, drop-off, dates, and any special handling.
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Verified equine transporters on your corridor are notified. Compare quotes, ratings, and equipment.
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Approve and pay EQ-Ride securely.
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Track every milestone in real time. Confirm delivery with a one-time code — driver payout is issued.
Equine Transport questions, answered
- What is equine transport?
- Equine transport is the professional shipping of horses between farms, shows, sales, and clinics. EQ-Ride connects owners with verified, insured carriers and handles quotes, paperwork, and updates in one place.
- How much does equine transport cost?
- Pricing is a transparent per-mile rate with a 100-mile minimum. Distance, stall size, and special handling determine the final number, and you see the quote before you book.
- Are the carriers insured?
- Yes. Every equine transporter on EQ-Ride carries active commercial insurance and valid DOT and MC numbers, verified before they can accept a booking.
- Can I book a private trailer?
- Yes. Choose 'Private trip' when posting your route to dedicate the trailer to your horse for faster transit with no additional stops.
- Will I get updates during the haul?
- You receive photo and status updates at pickup, along the route, an hour before arrival, and at delivery, plus in-app messaging with your driver.
Ready to book equine transport?
Post your route in two minutes. Get matched with vetted equine transporters on your corridor.
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