Considerations

California to Illinois car shipping averages $850–$1,250, with per-mile pricing typically ranging from $0.55–$0.70.
Open carrier delivery takes 4–7 days; enclosed transport offers added protection and costs approximately 30–40% more.
All carriers are FMCSA-certified with active insurance, DOT-compliant equipment, and documented pre- and post-shipment inspections.

Shipping Cars From California To Illinois

Due to the distance involved hiring a professional shipping agency to ship your car from California to Illinois is essential due to the distance involved. Our trucks, carriers, and equipment will protect your car until it is delivered. Your vehicle will also be insured against any threat posed by the journey. Furthermore, the value of your car will be intact because it was not exposed to the dangers of going through a long journey.

How Much Does Transit Cost?

Shipping a car from California to Illinois costs $1100-$1800 on average.

The distance between the cities determines the cost of auto transport from California to Illinois. Alongside distance is the estimated delivery period. The longer the distance, the longer the possible delivery hours, increasing the rate. Another fundamental influence on the cost of auto transit is the size of your vehicle. The bigger the cargo, the higher the shipping rate.

How Far Is It, And How Long Is The Estimated Transit Time To Move A Vehicle?

The border distance between California and Illinois is over 2000 miles. Auto-transport delivery usually takes 1-10 days. Although the journey is estimated to take 2-3 days, certain factors may lead to delays. Weather conditions and traffic congestion are among them. Other unplanned events may also result in delivery delays.

Estimated Pricing And Time For Hauling

To / From California to Illinois	Cost	Distance	Estimated Time In Transit
Sacramento, CA to Springfield, IL	$3522.6 - $4305.4	1957	6 - 8 days
Chicago, IL from Los Angeles, CA	$3627 - $4433	2015	8 - 10 days
San Diego, CA to Aurora, IL	$3673.8 - $4490.2	2041	8 - 10 days
Naperville, IL from San Jose, CA	$3850.2 - $4705.8	2139	8 - 10 days
San Francisco, CA to Joliet, IL	$3792.6 - $4635.4	2107	8 - 10 days
Rockford, IL from Fresno, CA	$3771 - $4609	2095	8 - 10 days
Long Beach, CA to Elgin, IL	$3601.8 - $4402.2	2001	8 - 10 days
Peoria, IL from Oakland, CA	$3702.6 - $4525.4	2057	8 - 10 days
Bakersfield, CA to Champaign, IL	$3636 - $4444	2020	8 - 10 days
Waukegan, IL from Anaheim, CA	$3661.2 - $4474.8	2034	8 - 10 days

What Are The Major Delivery Hubs?

Chicago
Aurora
Naperville
Joliet
Bolingbrook
Oak Lawn
Springfield e.t.c.

What Is The Cheapest Way To Shift?

Assuming that you can save extra cash by driving your car from California to Illinois is only an illusion. This is because you are only comparing your shipping cost with the cost of gasoline. Try adding the cost of feeding during the journey, and the cost of lodging during the trip. Your journey of about 32 hours (without traffic congestion) may incur additional costs on the way. Your engine may overheat, or the vehicle may develop faults while riding for such long hours. Without insurance, any accident or damage to your car will result in extra costs to your budget. However, open carrier auto transport will provide an affordable and reliable way of delivering your vehicle to Illinois without additional charges.