Car Shipping from Norfolk & Virginia Beach to San Diego

Hampton Roads to San Diego is about 2,700 miles, and one of the most common moves between Navy communities. We arrange door-to-door transport with a vetted open carrier and work around your report date.

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VA → SD at a glance
Distance
2,660 mi
driving distance
Transit time
6–9 days
after pickup
Open transport
$1,200–$1,600
typical, running sedan
Enclosed
On request
we'll find a carrier
Illustration: San Diego bay with sailboats, bridge and palms

The Norfolk & Virginia Beach to San Diego route

Westbound carriers usually head southwest through the Carolinas, cross the South on I-20 and I-10, and reach San Diego on I-8.

When to book

Summer is peak PCS season and the busiest time on this lane. Booking as soon as you have orders gives you the most options.

If you're shipping during hurricane season (June through November), a storm near the Virginia coast can occasionally shift a pickup date. We'll keep you posted.

Where we pick up and deliver

Pickup around Norfolk & Virginia Beach

  • Norfolk
  • Virginia Beach
  • Chesapeake
  • Portsmouth
  • Newport News
  • Hampton

Delivery around San Diego

  • San Diego
  • Coronado
  • Chula Vista
  • Oceanside & Camp Pendleton
  • Carlsbad
  • Escondido

Not on the list? We ship door to door across the region. Enter your ZIP for a quote.

Norfolk & Virginia Beach to San Diego: common questions

How long does it take to ship a car from Norfolk & Virginia Beach to San Diego?

Most Norfolk & Virginia Beach to San Diego shipments take 6–9 days once your car is picked up. Before that, allow 2–3 days after your booking is confirmed for us to assign your driver. We'll give you a realistic window for your exact addresses before you book.

How much does it cost to ship a car from Norfolk & Virginia Beach to San Diego?

Open transport on this lane typically runs $1,200–$1,600 for a standard running sedan. Larger vehicles, non-running vehicles and peak-season dates cost more. Your quote is based on your exact addresses and vehicle, and the price we quote is the price you pay. Quotes are valid for 7 days.

What if I can't be there for pickup or delivery?

You can name someone you trust to release or receive the car and sign the inspection report for you. Just give us their name and phone number when you book.

Ready to ship Norfolk & Virginia Beach to San Diego?

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