Shipping a Car from San Diego, CA to Savannah, GA
The San Diego–Savannah lane covers roughly 2,492 road miles heading east, across eight states, from California to Georgia. That is around 50 hours of driving at car-hauler speeds; our transit estimate is 4–7 days after dispatch. Volume is lower here, so a flexible pickup window helps carriers fit you onto a truck.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in San Diego. Major Navy and Marine hub on I-5/I-8/I-15 and one of the most active military-relocation lanes. San Diego has a sizeable service-member population, so permanent-change-of-station season matters. San Diego has port activity, so imported or exported vehicles may need extra release time.
Delivery in Savannah. Historic coastal city with a major deepwater auto port on I-16/I-95. Savannah has port activity, so imported or exported vehicles may need extra release time. Carriers typically arrive around I-16 and I-95.
What San Diego to Savannah Costs
Current estimates put open transport for a standard sedan at $1,245–$1,745, which is about $0.60 per mile over 2,492 miles. Long distances dilute fixed costs, so the per-mile rate drops. For a larger vehicle plan on $1,395–$1,955, and for enclosed carriage of a sedan plan on $1,805–$2,530 (about 45% above open). Loading in Los Angeles, about 91 miles from San Diego, is $225 cheaper at $1,020–$1,530. Delivery to Augusta, 114 miles from Savannah, would be $1,205–$1,690. A comparable-length trip, San Francisco, CA to Atlanta, GA (2,542 mi), is priced at $1,015–$1,525.
| Transport Type | Car Type | Typical Price | Good For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $1,245–$1,745 | Standard choice for everyday cars |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $1,395–$1,955 | Taller, heavier vehicles |
| Open | Minivan | $1,395–$1,955 | Taller, heavier vehicles |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $1,805–$2,530 | Luxury, classic and low-clearance cars |
Prices shown are for a typical sedan; actual quotes vary with pickup and drop-off points, condition and season.
The Route and Corridor
A carrier on this lane works through California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia. Mississippi: I-55, I-20 and I-59 carry through freight. Texas: I-35, I-10, I-45, I-20 and I-40 cross a state where El Paso to Houston is about 750 miles. In New Mexico, I-25, I-40 and I-10 climb above 5,000 feet in places. Metros near that straight-line path include Phoenix (AZ), Scottsdale (AZ) and Montgomery (AL), although the actual interstate routing may bend around them. Pickup is on Pacific time and delivery on Eastern time, so a driver's call can come an hour off your clock.
Timing and Seasonality
San Diego has a large military community, so summer permanent-change-of-station season (about May to August) tightens carrier space. High Plains winter storms and spring thunderstorms are the main weather risks, so late spring and early fall are calmest. Hurricane season (June to November) can pause or reroute trucks along the coast. Desert heat rarely stops trucks, but midday loading can be hard, so early-morning pickups are common. Four weeks of lead time works well for 2,492 miles. Across California expect mild coastal weather but snow on the Sierra passes in winter; across Georgia, hot summers and the occasional ice event around Atlanta.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Have a storm plan. For coastal legs from June to November, agree on a backup date up front.
- Mention military orders. Service members should say so when quoting; some carriers hold space for orders-driven moves.
- Remove loose items. Personal belongings are usually not insured in transit; clear the cabin before pickup in San Diego.