Shipping Cost from Alexandria to Monrovia

Budget: The shorter the distance, the more cost-effective it is to drive instead of ship your car. Regardless of the total distance, look at your total moving budget and how much you can afford to spend on car shipping services compared to a cross-country drive.

Shipping a car from Virginia to California generally costs between $1,100 and $2,000, averaging around $1,300-$1,700, with prices depending heavily on the season (summer is pricier), vehicle size, specific pickup/dropoff locations, and transport type (open is cheaper). Expect transit times of about 7-15 days for the 2,600+ mile journey, with major cities being more accessible.

There's no single "cheapest" company, as prices vary, but uShip, Shiply, Montway, Sherpa, AmeriFreight, and American Auto Shipping are often cited for affordability, with open transport being the cheapest method. Using marketplaces like uShip and Shiply can offer lower prices by connecting you with carriers, while companies like AmeriFreight offer discounts, and Montway provides price guarantees.