Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Los Angeles, California to Toledo, Ohio

The cost to ship a car from California to Ohio on a long-distance route usually lands between $1,270 and $2,160. Your total depends on distance, time of year, and transport options. See our full pricing breakdown. To get the best price, try to book in advance and compare multiple quotes.

Driving costs include food, lodging, and fuel for one person. Like we said earlier, the cost to ship a car is almost always higher than the cost of driving that car the same distance. Even when you factor in additional costs like hotels, gas, and food, driving is still cheaper.

Shipping from Ohio to California typically takes 3 to 5 business days for standard ground services (UPS, FedEx, USPS), depending on the carrier, specific locations, and service level, with faster options available (like 2-3 day Priority Mail or express services) and freight often taking 3-4 days for LTL. The exact time depends on your chosen carrier, service (ground vs. express), package size/weight, and origin/destination zip codes.