Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Santa Ana, California to Accra

Driving is usually cheaper for short distances, but for long cross-country moves, shipping can become more cost-effective when you factor in hidden driving costs like fuel, lodging, food, tolls, and vehicle wear-and-tear. While driving costs less upfront, the total expenses (gas, hotels, meals, wear/depreciation) for long trips often approach or exceed the price of professional auto transport, making shipping a potentially better value for saving time and avoiding hassle.

Shipping a 20-foot container to Ghana typically costs $2,300–$4,200; 40-foot containers range from $3,900–$6,100 depending on origin. Average port-to-port delivery times to Tema or Takoradi range from 18–35 days, based on U.S. departure location.

Step 1: Understand Ghana Vehicle Import Eligibility Before shipping, confirm that your intended vehicle meets Ghana's import regulations: Age Limitations: Ghana restricts used car imports to vehicles 10 years old or newer. Left-Hand Drive Requirement: Only left-hand drive vehicles may be imported.