Cities We Cover in California
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Top California Outbound Routes & Pricing
| Route | Distance | Open | Enclosed | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA → Phoenix, AZ | ~777 mi | $465–$660 | $675–$955 | 1–2 days |
| San Francisco, CA → Boston, MA | ~3,205 mi | $1,280–$1,925 | $1,855–$2,790 | 5–9 days |
| Los Angeles, CA → Miami, FL | ~2,780 mi | $1,110–$1,670 | $1,610–$2,420 | 5–8 days |
| Los Angeles, CA → San Francisco, CA | ~413 mi | $350–$455 | $510–$660 | 1–2 days |
| San Francisco, CA → Seattle, WA | ~808 mi | $485–$685 | $705–$995 | 1–2 days |
| Los Angeles, CA → Phoenix, AZ | ~425 mi | $350–$470 | $510–$680 | 1–2 days |
| Los Angeles, CA → Boston, MA | ~3,083 mi | $1,235–$1,850 | $1,790–$2,680 | 5–9 days |
| Los Angeles, CA → Seattle, WA | ~1,142 mi | $685–$970 | $995–$1,405 | 2–3 days |
| San Francisco, CA → Dallas, TX | ~1,762 mi | $880–$1,235 | $1,275–$1,790 | 3–5 days |
| San Francisco, CA → Philadelphia, PA | ~2,995 mi | $1,200–$1,795 | $1,740–$2,605 | 5–8 days |
| Los Angeles, CA → Dallas, TX | ~1,473 mi | $885–$1,250 | $1,285–$1,810 | 2–4 days |
| Los Angeles, CA → Atlanta, GA | ~2,300 mi | $1,150–$1,610 | $1,670–$2,335 | 4–6 days |
Top Routes Into California
| Route | Distance | Open | Enclosed | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA → San Francisco, CA | ~413 mi | $350–$455 | $510–$660 | 1–2 days |
| Philadelphia, PA → Los Angeles, CA | ~2,857 mi | $1,145–$1,715 | $1,660–$2,485 | 5–8 days |
| Houston, TX → Los Angeles, CA | ~1,627 mi | $815–$1,140 | $1,180–$1,655 | 3–5 days |
| San Antonio, TX → Los Angeles, CA | ~1,432 mi | $860–$1,215 | $1,245–$1,760 | 2–4 days |
| Jacksonville, FL → San Jose, CA | ~2,772 mi | $1,110–$1,665 | $1,610–$2,415 | 5–8 days |
| New York City, NY → Los Angeles, CA | ~2,924 mi | $1,170–$1,755 | $1,695–$2,545 | 5–8 days |
| Jacksonville, FL → San Diego, CA | ~2,472 mi | $1,235–$1,730 | $1,790–$2,510 | 4–7 days |
| Dallas, TX → Los Angeles, CA | ~1,479 mi | $885–$1,255 | $1,285–$1,820 | 2–4 days |
| Jacksonville, FL → Los Angeles, CA | ~2,554 mi | $1,020–$1,530 | $1,480–$2,220 | 4–7 days |
| Austin, TX → San Jose, CA | ~1,725 mi | $860–$1,205 | $1,245–$1,745 | 3–5 days |
| San Antonio, TX → San Jose, CA | ~1,714 mi | $855–$1,200 | $1,240–$1,740 | 3–5 days |
| Chicago, IL → Los Angeles, CA | ~2,082 mi | $1,040–$1,455 | $1,510–$2,110 | 3–6 days |
Estimates for a standard sedan based on carrier market data; actual quotes vary with vehicle, exact locations and season.
California Car Shipping FAQ
How much does it cost to ship a car to or from California?
Open-transport estimates on our California routes run from $350 to $1,940 for a standard sedan, depending on distance. SUVs and trucks cost roughly 10–15% more and enclosed transport about 40–50% more.
What is the cheapest route in California?
In our data the lowest-priced California route is Los Angeles, CA to San Francisco, CA at $350–$455 (open transport).
How long does car shipping from California take?
Transit times on California routes range from 1–2 days on the shortest lanes to 5–9 days on the longest, once a carrier is dispatched. Total door-to-door time including carrier assignment is usually longer.
Are the carriers for California routes licensed?
DirectAutoHaul matches your request with FMCSA-licensed and insured transport partners. You can verify any carrier's MC number at safer.fmcsa.dot.gov before you book.