Novato, CA Car Shipping: 2026 Costs & Routes

Our team has been in the car shipping industry for a long time. We worked for some of the largest brokers and knew there was a better way to do things.

So we set out to create a company that would be different. We want to walk you through how the process works and we guarantee to match any price you hear from a competitor.

We're a scrappy team that looks forward to earning your business.

See our Vehicle Shipping Tips for detailed preparation guidance. For Novato shipments, remove any toll passes (important for Bay Area routes), fragile items, and loose accessories that could shift during transit. Make sure you have a key available for our carrier and complete our digital vehicle inspection so there's a clear record of your car's condition before pickup—part of our precision-driven process.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping to or from Novato. All carriers transporting your car through Marin County are required to have a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance. We verify that each carrier's insurance policy is valid and in good standing for the entire duration of your shipment, so you can ship with confidence.

The sooner, the better. We recommend scheduling your Novato pickup at least two weeks in advance, though posting your shipment immediately gives carriers the best chance to bundle your vehicle with others heading out of Marin County. With our 95% carrier securement rate, early scheduling in the Novato area typically means faster, more efficient pickups.

We accept all forms of payment. We can arrange credit cards or arrange for you to pay the carrier directly through cash/certified check. We even accept payment via Cash/Zelle/Venmo.

Your shipment with SAKAEM includes up to 100 lbs of personal items or household goods stored in the trunk area or secured below the window line. If your shipment includes ocean transit (Hawaii shipments), your vehicle must be emptied of all items. SAKAEM and your assigned carrier are not responsible for personal items left inside your vehicle. See our Auto Transport Process Article for more details.

A designated (adult) must be present at pickup and delivery. This designated person plays an important role in the shipping process including documenting the state of the vehicle and signing the Bill of Lading, which acts as a receipt of the vehicle's condition.

Enclosed transport costs at least 50% more than open trailers, but provides crucial protection for high-value vehicles like classics or custom builds—especially important in Novato where coastal weather and highway debris pose real risks. Open transport works well for standard vehicles making the journey to or from Marin County. At Sakaem Logistics, our AI-verified pricing ensures you get transparent costs upfront, and all our FMCSA-licensed carriers maintain full insurance coverage regardless of which option you choose.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service in Novato and throughout Marin County. When you book with us, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in or around Novato, and our assigned carrier will pick up and deliver your vehicle directly to those locations whenever possible. If any transportation restrictions or safety challenges arise in the Novato area, your carrier will work with you to arrange an alternative nearby location, such as a local gas station or parking lot. With our AI-verified pricing and 95% carrier securement rate, you can count on reliable service tailored to your needs.

We transport sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, electric vehicles, vans and motorcycles across all 48 continental states + Hawaii. Our services even provide shipment for golf carts, ATVs, or RVs. We can ship vehicles that don't run so long as the vehicle can roll, brake, and steer, and that you can provide the carrier with a key to the vehicle. The only exception is boats, which we do not transport.

Visit SAKAEM Logistics' FAQ page to learn more about car shipping!