Considerations

North Carolina to California car shipping averages $0.70–$1.05 per mile, with total cost affected by vehicle size and timing.
Delivery typically takes 7–10 days for the 2,400–2,700-mile route; expedited service can reduce this by 2–3 days.
FMCSA-authorized carriers must maintain active DOT registration, cargo insurance, and complete inspection reports at pickup and delivery.

North Carolina to California Auto Transport

How Much Does Auto Transport from North Carolina to California Cost?

Moving from North Carolina to California costs an average of $1300-$2000.

North Carolina is located in the Southeast of the United States, while California is in the Western part of the country. Using our calculator, you can get the best rates for our fully insured services.

The cost is determined by many factors, including the size and type of vehicle and the distance traveled. To get an instant estimate, use our calculator.

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How Long Does It Take to Move?

North Carolina and California are about 2650 miles apart on average. The delivery time between the two states is approximately 5-9 days. This is an estimate, and the distance and time may differ depending on the distance between the cities from which the car is being hauled and those to which it is being delivered.

We also provide expedited services for vehicles that need to be delivered quickly.

Pricing & Time For Shipments

To / From North Carolina to California	Cost	Distance	Estimated Time In Transit
Raleigh, NC to Sacramento, CA	$5011.2 - $6124.8	2784	10 - 12 days
Los Angeles, CA from Charlotte, NC	$4341.6 - $5306.4	2412	8 - 10 days
Greensboro, NC to San Diego, CA	$4447.8 - $5436.2	2471	8 - 10 days
San Jose, CA from Durham, NC	$4995 - $6105	2775	10 - 12 days
Winston-Salem, NC to San Francisco, CA	$4926.6 - $6021.4	2737	10 - 12 days
Fresno, CA to Fayetteville, NC	$4825.8 - $5898.2	2681	10 - 12 days
Cary, NC to Long Beach, CA	$4588.2 - $5607.8	2549	10 - 12 days
Oakland, CA from Wilmington, NC	$5200.2 - $6355.8	2889	10 - 12 days
High Point, NC to Bakersfield, CA	$4447.8 - $5436.2	2471	8 - 10 days
Anaheim, CA from Concord, NC	$4366.8 - $5337.2	2426	8 - 10 days

Major Delivery Hubs

California has several hubs, which include:

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

What Is The Cheapest Way?

Hauling can be an expensive adventure due to the distance, but with open carriers, you won't have to break the bank to have your auto moved to you.

Open-air entails driving with an exposed truck bed. The cars are piled high on the truck bed. The only disadvantage of this option is that it will be exposed to weather agents, but this isn't a deal-breaker because your auto will be safe during transit.