Texas to California Car Shipping
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Shipping a Car from Texas to California
The Texas to California route covers roughly 1,484 miles. Carriers typically load in Houston, Dallas or San Antonio and travel via I-10, I-20, I-35, I-45 and I-30 before connecting to I-5, I-10, I-15, I-40 and I-80 for delivery in Los Angeles, San Diego and the rest of California.
Pickup is door-to-door in Texas and delivery is door-to-door in California. Most customers choose open transport for the lowest price; exotics, classics and new luxury vehicles usually go enclosed. Need it faster? Expedited shipping includes same-day pickup and a guaranteed delivery date.
Good to know about this route
Texas: Texas is the second-largest car-shipping market in the U.S. after California. Dallas–Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio have some of the fastest pickup times in the country, and the Rio Grande Valley sees heavy snowbird demand each winter.
California: California is the largest car-shipping market in the U.S., with the ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach and Oakland feeding constant carrier traffic. Dense neighborhoods in LA and San Francisco often require a nearby meeting point for 75-foot carriers, which we arrange in advance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to ship a car from Texas to California?
About $900–$1,200 on an open carrier and $1,325–$1,775 enclosed for a standard sedan, depending on season, vehicle size and timing.
How long does it take to ship a car from Texas to California?
Typically 3–5 days after pickup for about 1,484 miles. Guaranteed delivery dates are available.
Do I need to pay a deposit?
No. There is no deposit; you pay only after a carrier is assigned.
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