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Route guide · GA → CA
Car shipping from Georgia to California
Car transport from Georgia to California runs 2,290 road miles between the biggest metros. Shipping a running sedan from Atlanta to Los Angeles 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 #102 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
- 9.0K
- Companies at both ends
- 120
City to city
Cost to ship a car from Georgia to California, city to city
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Atlanta, Columbus, Augusta and Macon and Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego and San Jose — 2,210 to 2,720 road miles apart.
| From | Los Angeles | San Francisco | San Diego | San Jose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $1,250–$1,7752,290 mi · 5–8 days | $1,325–$1,9002,560 mi · 6–9 days | $1,225–$1,7502,220 mi · 5–8 days | $1,300–$1,8502,480 mi · 5–9 days |
| Columbus | $1,250–$1,7752,280 mi · 5–8 days | $1,325–$1,9002,560 mi · 6–9 days | $1,225–$1,7502,210 mi · 5–8 days | $1,300–$1,8502,480 mi · 5–9 days |
| Augusta | $1,300–$1,8502,450 mi · 5–9 days | $1,375–$1,9752,720 mi · 6–10 days | $1,275–$1,8252,380 mi · 5–9 days | $1,350–$1,9252,640 mi · 6–9 days |
| Macon | $1,250–$1,8002,350 mi · 5–9 days | $1,350–$1,9252,630 mi · 6–9 days | $1,250–$1,7752,280 mi · 5–8 days | $1,325–$1,9002,550 mi · 6–9 days |
Estimate, not a quote
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
Atlanta to Los Angeles, 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 Georgia to California is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
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- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,500 Peak: about $1,625
About this route
Why so many cars go from Georgia to California
About 9,046 people moved from Georgia to California in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (11,229 in 2023, 6,863 in 2024). That is 3.8% of everyone who left Georgia for another state.
This is the lighter direction: about 17,122 people a year move California to Georgia. Carriers that bring cars into Georgia need loads back toward California, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,500, shipping from Georgia to California costs more than sending a car to Arizona ($1,350) and Colorado ($1,200) but less than to Washington ($1,625). 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
Count on 5–8 days on the truck for the 2,290 road miles from Atlanta to Los Angeles — federal rules cap drivers at 11 hours a day behind the wheel, and a full carrier makes several stops on the way. The car heads west and crosses 3 time zones — from Eastern to Pacific 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 transport companies from Georgia to California
Companies headquartered at either end of the route usually run this lane often. Filter by services, company type and safety record — every listing is matched to its FMCSA record.
- Pickup end Georgia 32 companies · 29 carriers · 5 brokers · 365 trucks · 12 yrs avg.
- Delivery end California 88 companies · 67 carriers · 24 brokers · 1,921 trucks · 12 yrs avg.
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Hansen & Adkins Auto Transport Inc
FMCSA verifiedLarge Los Alamitos, CA auto carrier with 30+ years of experience, moving new and remarketed vehicles coast to coast.
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Deluxe Auto Carriers
FMCSA verifiedSouthern California car carrier in the Proficient Auto Logistics group, moving finished vehicles to dealerships.
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DBN Auto Transport
FMCSA verifiedWoman-owned Anaheim car carrier established in 2012, with soft-tie trailers and camera/GPS on every truck.
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Quality Car Shippers LLC
FMCSA verifiedFamily-owned Murrieta, CA car carrier serving dealers, rental companies, auctions and OEMs across the lower 48.
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Auto Line Express Inc
FMCSA verifiedGardena, CA car carrier moving thousands of finished vehicles a year across the U.S. and Canada since 2013.
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Intercity Lines, Inc
FMCSA verifiedAP
A Plus Auto Shippers LLC
FMCSA verifiedLicensed and bonded auto carrier from the Phoenix and Palm Desert area shipping cars and trucks nationwide.
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All Star Auto Transport
FMCSA verifiedChino, California auto carrier moving vehicles in California and Texas since 2005.
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MY Auto Carrier LLC
FMCSA verifiedAtlanta-area car carrier founded by three brothers, serving dealers, OEMs and families in the Southeast.
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CA Auto Express Inc
FMCSA verifiedSouthern California motor carrier shipping vehicles on its own trucks, coast to coast and within California.
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Golden Key Express
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FAQ
Georgia to California car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and California's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Georgia to California?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,250–$1,775 from Atlanta to Los Angeles (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 Georgia to California?
Transit is usually 5–8 days after pickup for the 2,290-mile trip from Atlanta to Los Angeles. 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 Georgia to California?
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 California after moving?
California requires new residents to register within 20 days of becoming a resident. The car must pass a California smog check, and it has to meet California emission standards to be registered at all.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Georgia to California?
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 Georgia to California?
Our directory lists 32 companies based in Georgia and 88 based in California, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 190 that ship nationwide.