Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Anaheim, California to Nouakchott

It's usually cheaper to drive for shorter distances, but for long cross-country moves, shipping can become competitive or even cheaper when you factor in the "hidden" costs of driving (gas, hotels, food, wear-and-tear) versus the upfront shipping fee, especially if you're moving with others or have an unreliable car.

To estimate car shipping costs, use online calculators by inputting your pickup/delivery zip codes, vehicle details (size, running condition), transport type (open/enclosed), and time of year ; expect longer distances to lower the per-mile rate but increase total cost, while larger/non-running vehicles and peak seasons (winter/summer) raise prices, with open transport being cheapest and enclosed costing 30-60% more for luxury protection.

Shipping a car by train is generally cheaper, especially for long distances (500+ miles), due to higher capacity and lower cost-per-mile, but trucks offer door-to-door convenience, while trains require drop-off/pickup at terminals, adding costs and time, making trucks better for flexibility and short hauls, and trains better for budget and long cross-country trips.