How much does it cost to ship a car from Oregon to California?

For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $850–$1,250 from Portland to Los Angeles (980 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $625–$1,275. An SUV costs about $950–$1,400, a pickup $1,100–$1,625, and an enclosed trailer $1,275–$1,875 for a sedan.

How long does it take to ship a car from Oregon to California?

Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 980-mile trip from Portland 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 Oregon to California?

March–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 10% 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 Oregon to California?

Driving 980 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $130 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $850–$1,250. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.

Which car shipping companies go from Oregon to California?

Our directory lists 6 companies based in Oregon and 88 based in California, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 195 that ship nationwide.

Car Shipping Oregon to California (2026): Prices & Transit

From	Los Angeles	San Francisco	San Diego	San Jose
Portland	$850–$1,250980 mi · 2–4 days	$700–$1,075640 mi · 2–3 days	$875–$1,2751,090 mi · 3–5 days	$700–$1,100670 mi · 2–4 days
Salem	$825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days	$675–$1,050590 mi · 2–3 days	$875–$1,2751,050 mi · 3–5 days	$700–$1,075630 mi · 2–3 days
Eugene	$800–$1,200870 mi · 2–4 days	$625–$1,000520 mi · 2–3 days	$850–$1,250990 mi · 2–4 days	$650–$1,025560 mi · 2–3 days
Bend	$775–$1,175840 mi · 2–4 days	$650–$1,025530 mi · 2–3 days	$825–$1,225950 mi · 2–4 days	$650–$1,025550 mi · 2–3 days

Vehicle	Open carrier	Enclosed
Sedan or small car	$850–$1,250	$1,275–$1,875
Midsize SUV or crossover	$950–$1,400	$1,425–$2,075
Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition)	$1,050–$1,550	$1,575–$2,325
Pickup truck	$1,100–$1,625	$1,650–$2,425
Motorcycle	$500–$750	$750–$1,125

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