Michigan to California Auto Transport
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Michigan to California Auto Transport
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How long does it take to ship a car from Michigan to California?
Carriers can travel around 500 miles per day. If you take the total distance of your route and divide by 500, you'll get the approximate number of days it will take to ship a car from Michigan to California.
Example: The total distance from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA is 2,286 miles. If you divide that by 500, you get 4.6, or approximately 5 days for delivery.
We provide the estimated delivery times for your specific Michigan to California route when you get an instant quote.
Most Recent Michigan to California Auto Transport Quotes
| Quote | Date | Pickup | Delivery | Vehicle type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1346 | July 09 | Grand Rapids, MI | El Cajon, CA | Car |
| $1402 | June 23 | Canton, MI | Hercules, CA | Large SUV |
| $1202 | June 22 | Canton, MI | Hercules, CA | Car |
| $1202 | June 21 | Canton, MI | Hercules, CA | Car |
| $2343 | June 12 | Detroit, MI | Desert Hot Springs, CA | Midsize SUV / Minivan |
| $1378 | June 08 | Detroit, MI | Desert Hot Springs, CA | Midsize SUV / Minivan |
| $2201 | June 06 | Blissfield, MI | Windsor, CA | Car |
| $2058 | June 02 | Troy, MI | Santa Cruz, CA | Compact SUV / Crossover |
| $1336 | June 02 | Sterling Heights, MI | San Diego, CA | Compact SUV / Crossover |
| $1809 | May 29 | Spring Lake, MI | Goleta, CA | Car |
Shipping a car from Michigan to California is popular for good reasons. For one, Detroit, MI is home to the "Big Three" car manufacturers Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler. Second, California is the largest state in the country. You combine those two things and you should be surprised that there is a lot of demand to ship cars from Michigan to California.
While this is a popular car shipping route, you'll want to avoid shipping a car from Michigan to California when the new model year vehicles come out in late summer and early fall. During that time, car carriers are swamped getting vehicles delivered to dealerships throughout California. They don't have the room on their trailers (or the interest) to haul an individual's car.
Anytime outside that time of year is a good time to ship a car from Michigan to California. If you ship a vehicle in the winter months, however, you need to prepare for potential delays in your transport due to the harsh winter weather that can hit the Midwestern states a car carrier has to travel through when shipping cars from Michigan to California. Those Midwest states include Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, and Nebraska.
The distance between these two states varies depending on the pick up and delivery locations. A popular route when shipping a car from Michigan to California is from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA. The distance on that route is about 2,300 miles. A car carrier can travel that route in about 5-6 days. That means if your car is picked up in Detroit on a Monday, for example, you can usually expect it to be delivered in Los Angeles no later than Sunday.
We've been shipping vehicles from Michigan to California for dealers and private vehicle owners for over 20 years. Our rates are priced to move, and your satisfaction is guaranteed! We adhere to the highest insurance standards, and we provide our customers with regular updates.
As a door-to-door auto transporter, we can pick up your vehicle at any residential or business location in Michigan and get it shipped promptly and safely to any residential or business location in California. We also offer open or enclosed shipping options. See how much it will cost to ship a car from Michigan to California by getting an instant quote today!
How much does it cost to ship a car from Michigan to California?
It will depend on the specific pick up location in Michigan and the delivery location in California. It will also depend on the size of the vehicle, whether it runs, and whether it will be shipped on an open or enclosed trailer.
You can see how much it will cost to ship a car from Michigan to California by getting an instant quote on our website, or by calling us at (800) 656-7638. Further down on this page we also display the most recent quotes we've provided for transports from Michigan to California to give you an idea of what it will cost.
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9/10
Route Availability
Based on recent dispatch reports, the carrier availability rating from Michigan to California is 9/10.
2,300 Miles
Approximate Distance
The center of each state is used to approximate mileage between locations.
5-6 Days
Estimated Transit Time
Estimated transit times are based on carriers traveling up to 500 miles per day.
FAQ
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How do I ship my car to or from Michigan?
The first step is to get an instant quote on our website or by calling us at (800) 656-7638. The quote will give you a current price and the estimated time of delivery for your specific shipping route. From there you can book an order online or book an order with us over the phone.
Do you provide open and enclosed car shipping to or from Michigan?
Yes! By default, our instant quotes are for open transports, but on the quote page you will also see the cost to ship a car enclosed.
What's included in the instant quote?
The instant quote is all inclusive. There are no sales tax, hidden fees, or additional charges of any kind. Insurance coverage is also included in the price you are given!
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discovery, American Express, and debit cards. We do not accept check or cash.