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

Shipping a car from Ohio to California generally costs between $1,200 and $2,000, averaging around $1,300-$1,500 for standard open transport, but prices fluctuate based on vehicle size (SUVs cost more), time of year (summer is pricier), carrier type (enclosed is premium), and specific cities. You can expect transit times of about 3-7 days, with well-traveled routes like I-70/I-80 being efficient.

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.

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.