Idaho to California Auto Transport

Last updated Jul, 07 2025
Idaho to California Auto Transport

What is the cost of auto transporting a car from Idaho to California?

When determining how much it will cost to move anything from one state to another, there are a lot of different elements to consider. Once you have considered all of these factors, you will be able to determine a more accurate estimate of the transportation price. Before considering the kind of vehicle you want to ship, it is a significant distance to move a vehicle from Idaho to California Additionally, there is the form of transport, the inspection of cars, the seasonal changes, and other things. The good news is that we have done the math and determined that the cost of shipping from Idaho to California falls somewhere in the region of $740 to $1730.

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Auto Transport Pricing & Time To Ship Your Car - Idaho to California

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Quick Answer: The average cost to ship a car from Hawaii to Utah is $5,950, with delivery typically taking 9–11 days.
See route-specific prices and distances in the table below.

To / From Idaho to CaliforniaDistanceCostEstimated Time In Transit
Boise City, ID To Los Angeles, CA844$1,518.48 - $1,857.923 - 5 Days
Meridian, ID To San Diego, CA961$1,729.80 - $2,114.204 - 6 Days
Nampa, ID To San Jose, CA653$1,175.76 - $1,437.042 - 4 Days
Idaho Falls, ID To San Francisco, CA830$1,493.28 - $1,825.123 - 5 Days
Caldwell, ID To Fresno, CA698$1,256.04 - $1,535.162 - 4 Days
Pocatello, ID To Sacramento, CA697$1,254.06 - $1,532.742 - 4 Days
Coeur d'Alene, ID To Long Beach, CA1258$2,264.76 - $2,767.045 - 7 Days
Twin Falls, ID To Oakland, CA664$1,195.02 - $1,460.582 - 4 Days
Post Falls, ID To Bakersfield, CA1121$2,016.90 - $2,465.105 - 7 Days
Lewiston, ID To Anaheim, CA1110$1,998.18 - $2,442.225 - 7 Days

*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and what type of vehicle you are shipping.

What is the approximate distance, and how long does it take to ship a car?

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Because Idaho and California are approximately 852 miles apart, it is possible that your vehicle will not arrive until after 3 - 5 days have passed. It is essential to keep in mind that this is only an estimate; the actual distance may differ depending on where you are shipping from in Idaho and where in California you are delivering.

What Are the Top Auto Shipping Destinations?

Listed below are the major cities in California where you can find a delivery center.

  • Los Angeles
  • San Diego
  • San Jose
  • San Francisco
  • Fresno
  • Sacramento
  • Long Beach
  • Oakland

Are there any cheap ways to ship?

transportation of vehicles on semi-trailer

As the name suggests, your vehicle and a number of other automobiles will be transported in an open trailer together. On these trailers, particular safety procedures are taken in order to ensure the well-being of the cars. This is the most straightforward, inexpensive, and efficient method of transportation. The safety of your vehicle during enclosed transportation is ensured by the fact that it will be transported in a covered trailer. Getting your vehicle delivered, while not risky, might be expensive and time-consuming, despite the fact that it is safe.

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Scheduling of vehicle pickups

The following Idaho cities are served by A-1 Auto Transport's network of drop-off locations.

  • Meridian
  • Nampa
  • Idaho Falls
  • Caldwell
  • Pocatello
  • Coeur d'Alene
  • Twin Falls
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