Route guide · CA → GA
Shipping a car from California to Georgia
Shipping a running sedan from Los Angeles to Atlanta costs about $1,250–$1,775 on an open carrier and $1,850–$2,675 in an enclosed trailer, with 5–8 days in transit. It ranks #43 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,525
- Road miles
- 2,290
- Days in transit
- 5–8
- People moving a year
- 17.1K
- Companies at both ends
- 166
City to city
What it costs between California and Georgia cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego and San Jose and Atlanta, Columbus, Augusta-Richmond County and Macon-Bibb County — 2,210 to 2,720 road miles apart.
| From | Atlanta | Columbus | Augusta-Richmond County | Macon-Bibb County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | $1,250–$1,7752,290 mi · 5–8 days | $1,250–$1,7752,280 mi · 5–8 days | $1,300–$1,8502,450 mi · 5–9 days | $1,250–$1,8002,350 mi · 5–9 days |
| San Francisco | $1,325–$1,9002,560 mi · 6–9 days | $1,325–$1,9002,560 mi · 6–9 days | $1,375–$1,9752,720 mi · 6–10 days | $1,350–$1,9252,630 mi · 6–9 days |
| San Diego | $1,225–$1,7502,220 mi · 5–8 days | $1,225–$1,7502,210 mi · 5–8 days | $1,275–$1,8252,380 mi · 5–9 days | $1,250–$1,7752,280 mi · 5–8 days |
| San Jose | $1,300–$1,8502,480 mi · 5–9 days | $1,300–$1,8502,480 mi · 5–9 days | $1,350–$1,9252,640 mi · 6–9 days | $1,325–$1,9002,550 mi · 6–9 days |
A pickup or delivery far from these metros usually adds $75–$150. Quotes move with fuel prices and truck space, so treat these as a yardstick. Price your own addresses →
By vehicle
Price by vehicle type
Los Angeles to Atlanta, 2,290 miles. Bigger and heavier vehicles take more room and weight on the trailer, so they cost more.
| Vehicle | Open carrier | Enclosed |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan or small car | $1,250–$1,775 | $1,850–$2,675 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,400–$2,000 | $2,075–$2,975 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,550–$2,225 | $2,325–$3,325 |
| Pickup truck | $1,625–$2,300 | $2,425–$3,475 |
| Motorcycle | $750–$1,075 | $1,125–$1,600 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in June–August (the summer moving peak), running about 8% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from California to Georgia is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,500 Peak: about $1,625
About this route
Why so many cars go from California to Georgia
About 17,122 people moved from California to Georgia in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (20,191 in 2023, 14,052 in 2024). That is 2.5% of everyone who left California for another state.
Far fewer people make the reverse move — about 9,046 a year from Georgia to California. Carriers bound for Georgia rarely run empty, which keeps pickups quick but prices firm.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,500, shipping from California to Georgia costs more than sending a car to Kentucky ($1,475) and Tennessee ($1,450) but less than to Michigan ($1,525) and Ohio ($1,525). That works out to about 66¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
Los Angeles to Atlanta runs about 2,290 road miles. With drivers limited to 11 hours of driving a day and stops for other cars on the load, that is 5–8 days on the truck. The car heads east and crosses 3 time zones — from Pacific to Eastern time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
On the road
- Trucks usually take the southern route across the desert Southwest, which stays open all winter — one reason this lane runs on schedule year-round.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in California and Georgia, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end California
122 companies based in California: 91 carriers, 18 brokers, 1,809 trucks in total, 11 years in business on average.
- Hansen & Adkins Auto Transport Inc Los Alamitos · 965 trucks · since 1994 · USDOT 568253
- Professional Auto Transport Inc Jurupa Valley · 257 trucks · since 2003 · USDOT 1130314
- Central Valley Auto Transport Inc Strathmore · 76 trucks · since 2001 · USDOT 978079
- DBN Auto Transport Anaheim · 75 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2979175
- Safe Auto Transport Inc N Highlands · 44 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2411467
Delivery end Georgia
44 companies based in Georgia: 40 carriers, 4 brokers, 394 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Extreme Auto Transport Duluth · 246 trucks · since 2005 · USDOT 1415704
- Premier Vehicle Transport Inc Augusta · 21 trucks · since 1999 · USDOT 846362
- US Auto Transport Inc Cumming · 20 trucks · since 2012 · USDOT 2329190
- Driven Logistics Ringgold · 9 trucks · since 2020 · USDOT 3539872
- Snap Auto Duluth · 7 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2989796
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
California to Georgia car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Georgia's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from California to Georgia?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,250–$1,775 from Los Angeles to Atlanta (2,290 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,225–$1,975. An SUV costs about $1,400–$2,000, a pickup $1,625–$2,300, and an enclosed trailer $1,850–$2,675 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from California to Georgia?
Transit is usually 5–8 days after pickup for the 2,290-mile trip from Los Angeles to Atlanta. Before that, allow 1–5 days for a carrier to be assigned — or pay roughly 30% extra to have it collected within 48 hours.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from California to Georgia?
January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. In any month, giving the carrier a wide pickup window lowers the quote.
How soon do I have to register my car in Georgia after moving?
Georgia requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. Get your Georgia driver's license first. Cars in 13 metro Atlanta counties need an emissions inspection before registration.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from California to Georgia?
Driving 2,290 miles takes about 5 days: roughly $290 in gas and 4 nights of hotels and meals (about $560). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,250–$1,775. Add wear on the car and 5 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from California to Georgia?
Our directory lists 122 companies based in California and 44 based in Georgia, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.