Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from San Jose, California to Detroit, Michigan

Shipping a car from California to Michigan generally costs between $1,100 and $2,000 for open transport, with enclosed transport costing more, depending heavily on vehicle size, specific locations (LA to Detroit vs. SF to Grand Rapids), fuel costs, and time of year, typically taking 5-10 days. Expect prices to be higher in peak seasons like summer and for larger vehicles (SUVs/trucks).

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.

If you need to ship your car to the other side of the country – train shipping will be more economical. If you need fast delivery right to your place – shipping by truck will be your best option.