Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Erie, Pennsylvania to San Jose, California

Shipping a car from Pennsylvania to California generally costs between $1,100 and $2,300, averaging around $1,200-$1,800 for open transport, but prices vary significantly based on vehicle size, transport type (open vs. enclosed), time of year, and specific locations, with longer transit times (7-15 days) for this cross-country route.

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.

Selecting an open transport carrier is the cheapest way to ship your car. It costs an average of $0.93 less per mile compared to a closed carrier. Booking at least two weeks in advance can help you get the best price because it allows more drivers to bid on your job.