Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from San Jose to Austin, Texas

Car shipping from California to Texas — a 1,407-mile trip — generally costs $1,064 to $1,475. Factors like distance, timing, and fuel all influence the quote. See our pricing resource for details. To get the best price, try to book in advance and compare multiple quotes.

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.