Route guide · CA → OK
Shipping a car from California to Oklahoma
Shipping a running sedan from Los Angeles to Oklahoma City costs about $1,000–$1,400 on an open carrier and $1,475–$2,125 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–6 days in transit. It ranks #77 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,200
- Road miles
- 1,400
- Days in transit
- 3–6
- People moving a year
- 11.3K
- Companies at both ends
- 123
City to city
What it costs between California and Oklahoma cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego and San Jose and Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Lawton and Enid — 1,280 to 1,770 road miles apart.
| From | Oklahoma City | Tulsa | Lawton | Enid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | $1,000–$1,4001,400 mi · 3–6 days | $1,025–$1,4501,510 mi · 4–6 days | $975–$1,3751,340 mi · 3–6 days | $975–$1,4001,380 mi · 3–6 days |
| San Francisco | $1,075–$1,5251,680 mi · 4–7 days | $1,100–$1,5501,770 mi · 4–7 days | $1,050–$1,5001,630 mi · 4–6 days | $1,050–$1,5001,640 mi · 4–6 days |
| San Diego | $975–$1,3751,340 mi · 3–6 days | $1,000–$1,4251,450 mi · 3–6 days | $950–$1,3501,280 mi · 3–5 days | $975–$1,3751,320 mi · 3–5 days |
| San Jose | $1,050–$1,5001,600 mi · 4–6 days | $1,075–$1,5251,690 mi · 4–7 days | $1,025–$1,4751,560 mi · 4–6 days | $1,025–$1,4751,560 mi · 4–6 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 Oklahoma City, 1,400 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 | $1,000–$1,400 | $1,475–$2,125 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,100–$1,575 | $1,675–$2,375 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,250–$1,775 | $1,850–$2,650 |
| Pickup truck | $1,275–$1,825 | $1,925–$2,750 |
| Motorcycle | $600–$850 | $900–$1,275 |
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 Oklahoma is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,200 Peak: about $1,300
About this route
Why so many cars go from California to Oklahoma
About 11,273 people moved from California to Oklahoma in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (10,940 in 2023, 11,605 in 2024). That is 1.7% of everyone who left California for another state.
Only about 2,618 people a year go back from Oklahoma to California, so demand here is mostly one-way. With trucks toward Oklahoma in steady demand, expect quick pickups and little room to haggle.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,200, shipping from California to Oklahoma costs more than sending a car to Washington ($1,100) and Montana ($1,100) but less than to Texas ($1,225) and Missouri ($1,275). That works out to about 86¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Your car spends 3–6 days on the road for the roughly 1,400 miles from Los Angeles to Oklahoma City, after a pickup window of a few days while the carrier assembles a full load. The car heads east and crosses 2 time zones — from Pacific to Central 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 Oklahoma, 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 Oklahoma
1 companies based in Oklahoma: 1 carriers, 0 brokers, 2 trucks in total, 26 years in business on average.
- Marsh Transport Inc Altus · 2 trucks · since 2000 · USDOT 853359
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
California to Oklahoma car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Oklahoma's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from California to Oklahoma?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,000–$1,400 from Los Angeles to Oklahoma City (1,400 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $950–$1,550. An SUV costs about $1,100–$1,575, a pickup $1,275–$1,825, and an enclosed trailer $1,475–$2,125 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from California to Oklahoma?
Transit is usually 3–6 days after pickup for the 1,400-mile trip from Los Angeles to Oklahoma City. The wait for pickup is separate: typically 1–5 days, or 1–2 days if you pay about 30% more for expedited service.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from California to Oklahoma?
January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. If you must ship in peak months, book three to four weeks ahead.
How soon do I have to register my car in Oklahoma after moving?
Oklahoma requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. Tag, title and tax are handled at Service Oklahoma or a licensed operator.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from California to Oklahoma?
Driving 1,400 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $180 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,000–$1,400. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from California to Oklahoma?
Our directory lists 122 companies based in California and 1 based in Oklahoma, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.