Shipping Cost from Prague to Santa Ana, California

Shipping a car from Europe to the USA typically costs $1,200 to $3,500, depending on origin country, U.S. port, vehicle size, and shipping method. Roll-on roll-off is the most affordable, while container shipping costs more for added protection. Customs fees, port handling, and inland U.S. delivery also affect totals.

The cheapest way to ship a car internationally is generally Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO), where cars drive onto and off the ship, costing around $900-$2,500+ depending on destination, as it avoids packaging and crane costs. For more protection, Shared Container shipping (grouping cars) is the next cheapest, while booking through platforms like Shiply or using companies with price matching, like SGT Auto Transport or Sherpa, can also find competitive rates.

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.