Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Bangalore to Los Angeles, California

Shipping a car to Los Angeles costs $700–$1,500, with open carrier rates averaging $0.65–$1.05 per mile. Delivery to Los Angeles typically takes 4–9 days, depending on origin, seasonality, and enclosed vs. open transport.

Generally, shipping a car by train is cheaper than by truck, especially for long distances (over 500 miles) and major routes, due to its high capacity and efficiency, though trucks offer more flexibility and potentially faster door-to-door service. Train transport is often more affordable, potentially saving hundreds of dollars, while providing secure, enclosed transport and reducing your car's mileage and emissions.

The cheapest way to ship a car is by using open transport on a multi-car carrier, choosing terminal-to-terminal service, booking during the off-peak season, and getting quotes from multiple carriers to compare prices. Alternatively, driving the car yourself (if the distance is short) or using a tow dolly/trailer with a moving truck are budget options, while driveaway services (where someone drives your car) can also be very cheap.