Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from San Jose, California to Akron, Ohio

Shipping a car from California to Ohio generally costs between $1,100 and $2,100, with most falling in the $1,200 to $1,800 range for standard open transport, though factors like vehicle size, time of year, and fuel prices can shift this, with enclosed transport adding significantly more. Expect delivery in about 3 to 7 days.

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.