Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Los Angeles, California to La Paz

Generally, shipping a car to Mexico costs between $1,200 and $1,700 on average. In addition to the shipping quote, you will probably need to pay import taxes and fees. Depending on factors such as the type of vehicle, distance, and shipping methods, the total shipping costs can sometimes reach up to $3,000.

Driving is usually cheaper for shorter distances, but for long cross-country moves, the cost difference shrinks, and shipping can become comparable or even cheaper once you factor in gas, lodging, food, wear-and-tear, and your time, making the decision depend on distance, vehicle, your schedule, and budget. Driving saves money on carrier fees but adds wear on your car, while shipping costs more upfront but saves time, fuel, and stress.

In order to bring a foreign vehicle into Mexico, it is necessary to obtain a temporary import permit. The validity of this permit will correspond to the foreigner's authorized length of stay, and can be processed: By internet at the Banjército website from 60 to 7 days prior to entering Mexican territory.