Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from San Diego, California to Hammond, Indiana

Cost of Shipping a Car from California to Indiana The cost to ship a car from California to Indiana on a long-distance route usually lands between $1,344 and $2,043. Your total depends on distance, time of year, and transport options.

It's usually cheaper to drive for shorter distances, but for long cross-country moves, shipping can become competitive or even cheaper when you factor in the "hidden" costs of driving (gas, hotels, food, wear-and-tear) versus the upfront shipping fee, especially if you're moving with others or have an unreliable car.

Shipping a car by train is generally cheaper, especially for long distances (500+ miles), due to higher capacity and lower cost-per-mile, but trucks offer door-to-door convenience, while trains require drop-off/pickup at terminals, adding costs and time, making trucks better for flexibility and short hauls, and trains better for budget and long cross-country trips.