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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.
Instant Car Shipping Quote
Calculate your car shipping rate instantly!
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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
“We’ve been shipping with RoadRunner for over 5 years now. No other California car shipping companies compare to the service RoadRunner is able to provide.”
Anthony R.Fresno, 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
“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
“Shipped a newly purchased car from a dealership in the Los Angeles area to Atlanta, GA. Received the car a day early and with no issues. Thank you RoadRunner!”
Ron A.Los Angeles, CA
“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
"5 star service! I would recommend RoadRunner to anyone looking for professional shipping service at a fair price."
Ian C.
Jacksonville, FL
"Super professional and helpful from the very first call. Easy to book online and the rate was better than I expected."
Steven F.
Austin, TX
"I called RoadRunner and was able to have my car picked up that same day and delivered over 500 miles away the next day!"
Joan B.
Boston, MA
"We have used RoadRunner Auto Transport two times. Both times, the experience was nothing less than stellar."
Kate K.
San Diego, 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 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.
How do I get a quote for shipping my car?
To get a quote for shipping your vehicle, you can either use our instant online car shipping quote calculator above or you can call (888) 422-7584 to receive a quote from one of our car transport pricing specialists. In order for us to calculate your quote we will need to know the location you are shipping from and to, the type of vehicle you would like to ship, and the date your vehicle will be ready.
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 put personal items in my vehicle?
You may ship personal belongings inside of your car, the total weight of these items cannot be more than a hundred pounds and has to be left in the trunk or back seats (under the window line). Please note that personal belonging are not covered under insurance if they are reported as damaged or missing.
How much does it cost to ship a car?
When determining your car shipping cost, there are a few factors that we take into account in order to provide you with an accurate price quote. The mileage between the origin and destination is the biggest factor that contributes to your total rate. In addition to the distance of your relocation, another factor is the type and condition of the vehicle being shipped. The final factor is the date that your vehicle will be ready for transport. There are also additional options, such as enclosed carrier and top-load service that can be added to your shipment at the time of booking for a higher level of service.
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