Sacramento, 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 more details about how to prepare your vehicle for shipping. In short, you'll want to remove any FasTrak toll passes (common in the Sacramento area), fragile items, and interior/exterior accessories that could be damaged in transit. Make sure you have a key available for your carrier, and our team will handle a digital vehicle inspection to document your car's condition before pickup.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping to or from Sacramento. All carriers transporting your car 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 throughout your shipment, and all carriers are FMCSA-licensed to operate in California.

We recommend scheduling your Sacramento pickup at least two weeks in advance, though posting sooner is ideal. Sacramento's central Valley location and strong carrier network mean earlier bookings help us secure Assignment-Ready quotes that carriers actually accept, with our 95% successful securement rate. The sooner you post, the better we can bundle your shipment with others heading through the region and get you locked in with a reliable, FMCSA-licensed carrier.

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 it's the right choice for high-value vehicles like classics or custom paint jobs that need protection from Sacramento's dusty highways and road debris. Open transport is reliable and cost-effective for standard vehicles shipping to or from the Sacramento area. At Sakaem Logistics, our AI-verified pricing ensures you get transparent quotes upfront, so you can choose the option that matches your vehicle's needs and your budget.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service in Sacramento. At booking, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in the Sacramento area, and our FMCSA-licensed carrier will pick up and deliver your vehicle directly to those locations whenever possible. If any transportation restrictions or safety challenges arise, your dedicated carrier will work with you to arrange an alternative nearby location, such as a gas station or parking lot, ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish.

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!