Car Shipping from California to New York
Shipping a car from California to New York is one of the longest trips in the country: roughly 2,800 miles from Los Angeles to New York City. We match your vehicle with a vetted open carrier already running the cross-country lane, and keep you updated from pickup to delivery.
The California to New York route
Carriers on this lane usually run east on I-40 or I-80, or across the middle of the country on I-70, depending on where they're picking up and dropping off other vehicles along the way. Your car rides with several others on an open carrier, which is how most cross-country vehicles move.
When to book
Late spring through August is peak moving season, so demand on cross-country lanes rises and trucks fill faster. Booking a week or two ahead helps.
In winter, snow and ice on northern interstates can add a day or two to transit. Carriers adjust routes to stay safe, and we'll tell you if timing shifts.
Where we pick up and deliver
Pickup in California
- Los Angeles
- Orange County
- San Diego
- Inland Empire
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Sacramento
Delivery in New York
- New York City (all five boroughs)
- Long Island
- Westchester
- Albany
- Rochester
- Buffalo
Not on the list? We ship door to door statewide. Enter your ZIP for a quote.
California to New York: common questions
How long does it take to ship a car from California to New York?
Your exact window depends on the pickup city, the delivery city and the time of year, and we'll give you a realistic range before you book.
How much does it cost to ship a car from California to New York?
Your quote depends on the exact cities, your vehicle's size, whether it runs, and the season. The price we quote is the price you pay. Quotes are valid for 7 days.
Can the truck come to my street in New York City?
Large car carriers often can't get onto narrow or restricted city streets. When that's the case, the driver arranges to meet you at a nearby spot with room to unload safely, such as a large parking lot. We confirm the plan with you before delivery day.
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