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California Car Shipping Services
The easiest way to ship a car to or from California
Top Rated California Car Shipping Experts
When you need to ship a car to or from California, you need an experienced California car shipping company you can rely on. For over 30 years, RoadRunner Auto Transport has been providing safe and reliable California car shipping for both individual and business clients.
Direct Service To/From Any Location in California
Through our advanced network of over 14,000 carriers, we provide direct service to/from any residential or business location in California.
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Top Rated California Car Shipping Experts
When you need to ship a car to or from California, you need an experienced California car shipping company you can rely on. For over 30 years, RoadRunner Auto Transport has been providing safe and reliable California car shipping for both individual and business clients.
Direct Service To/From Any Location in California
Through our advanced network of over 14,000 carriers, we provide direct service to/from any residential or business location in California.
Carrier Availability
5 / 5
California has a carrier availability score of 5/5.
Availability Rating
Excellent
The availability rating to and from California is Excellent.
Average Pickup Time
1-3 Days
The average time from booking to pickup is 1-3 days.
California Car Shipping Routes
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RoadRunner Auto Transport Reviews
“When we moved to California, we needed a way to relocate our second vehicle. RoadRunner made it very easy and provided us with excellent car shipping service.”
Maria S.Oakland, CA
“RoadRunner was excellent - They maintained great communication from start to finish. My car arrived in San Diego on time and in perfect condition.”
Peter B.San Diego, CA
“The shipping agent I spoke with at RoadRunner was extremely helpful and made my car shipping a breeze. My car was delivered to San Jose on time and without any issues.”
Michael V.San Jose, CA
“We were looking for a reliable California car shipping company and came across RoadRunner. Everybody we spoke with was very helpful and our car was delivered on time with no issues.”
Stephen M.San Francisco, CA
“RoadRunner arranged the door-to-door transport of my sister's car to a very small town in California. We were very pleased with the service we received from RoadRunner!”
Jeremy H.Sacramento, CA
"The driver was professional and courteous. Very pleased with my entire experience with RoadRunner Auto Transport."
Sally D.
Atlanta, GA
"Very easy to book and great with answering my questions. The shipping agent I spoke with was very friendly and helpful."
Susan K.
Dallas, TX
"Out of all the car shipping companies we spoke with, RoadRunner was the most professional and knowledgable."
Corey L.
Boston, MA
"We needed 2 cars shipped across the country last minute and RoadRunner really came through big time for us!"
Amanda M.
Los Angeles, CA
Information About the State Of California
Nicknamed "the Golden State", California is located along the Pacific coast of the United States. It is bordered by Oregon to the north, by Nevada and Arizona to the west, and by Mexico to the south.
The capital of California is Sacramento, and its largest city is Los Angeles. California is the most populous state in the United States, with an estimated population of over 38 million. California is the third largest state by area in the country, with a total of 163,696 square miles (423,970 square kilometers).
California is divided into 58 counties and there are 481 incorporated cities and towns. There are five major metropolitan areas in California, around which most of the states population resides. These metropolitan areas are Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, Riverside-San Bernadino, San Diego, and Sacramento.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about the vehicle shipping process.
How much does it cost to ship a car to California?
The cost of shipping a car to California depends on where the vehicle will be picked up and the time frame you intend to ship. Calculate your California car shipping quote instantly via our online quote calculator to get an accurate rate and carrier availability for your shipment.
How do I ship my car to California?
Shipping a car to California is as easy as 1-2-3 when you ship with RoadRunner Auto Transport. Step 1 - Calculate your instant car shipping quote and select a convenient time for pickup. Step 2 - Your vehicle is picked up from your sepcified location, anywhere in the country. Step 3 - Your vehicle is delivered to your specified location in California.
Can I pay the full transport cost with my credit card?
Yes, you can pay the full transport cost via credit card. If you want to pay in full online, you can do so at the time of booking either online or by phone with a shipping agent. With this option, you can make a convenient, one-time payment with a credit or debit card. You also have the option of paying a deposit with your credit card and then paying the rest of your remining balance with cash upon delivery.
Do I need license plates on a vehicle to ship it?
No, we just need the vehicle and keys.
How much gas should I have in my car during transport?
You should have about a quarter of a tank of gas in your car at the time of shipment. This leaves enough for the car to be loaded and unloaded but doesn't add much additional weight.
Can I ship a vehicle with low ground clearance?
Yes, however any vehicle with clearance lower than 4 inches will likely need to be shipped on an enclosed trailer with a lift gate. Low-clearance vehicles simply cannot be driven onto an open trailer because the car would risk bottoming out while being loaded onto the carrier.
Can I place an order if I don’t know the exact address?
Yes, the city and zip code will suffice until your exact pickup or delivery location is known.
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