Shipping Cost from Marseille to Sacramento, California

The cheapest kind of international car shipping is a RORO vessel. This shipping method is often more affordable for shipping cars than containers or air freight. However, it also leaves your vehicle more susceptible to damage during transport to your final destination.

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 car 3000 miles typically costs between $1,200 and $2,000 for standard open transport, though it can vary significantly based on factors like vehicle size (SUVs cost more), time of year (seasonal demand), fuel prices, and carrier availability, with enclosed transport costing more and prices per mile decreasing for longer distances. You'll generally pay around $0.35-$0.60 per mile for cross-country shipments, with a 3000-mile trip averaging roughly $1,000 to $1,800.