Texas to California Car Shipping

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.

Before your vehicle leaves Texas, prepare it for a safe handoff in California:

• Wash the vehicle and take clear photos of each side, the wheels, and any existing damage.
• Remove personal items, valuables, toll passes, and fragile accessories. Personal belongings may not be covered during transit.
• Remove or secure loose exterior parts, such as custom antennas, spoilers, roof racks, and bike racks.
• Leave about one-quarter tank of fuel, check the tire pressure, and make sure the battery is secure.
• Disable the alarm and provide the carrier with a working key. Keep a spare key if possible.
• Tell the carrier about leaks, mechanical problems, oversized parts, or any feature that makes the vehicle inoperable.

Keep your registration and insurance documents with you, not inside the vehicle. Before pickup, confirm the carrier’s specific instructions, since requirements can vary by vehicle and transport method.

Yes. Your vehicle is insured while it is transported from Texas to California. Our quotes are all-inclusive. Each carrier must carry at least $1 million in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance. Before pickup, we verify that the carrier’s policy is valid and in good standing for the full shipment.

Before loading, inspect your vehicle with the driver. Make sure any existing damage is listed on the bill of lading, and keep photos of the car. For more details, read our guide to auto transport insurance.

For a car shipment from Texas to California, try to schedule your pickup at least two weeks in advance. If your dates are fixed, start three to four weeks early, especially during summer or around holidays.

Booking early gives more time to match your vehicle with a carrier. It does not guarantee an exact pickup date, since most carriers use a pickup window. Flexible dates may allow for more options, while last-minute bookings can limit carrier choices or affect the price. For more planning tips, see our guide on how to ship a car.

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.

Open transport uses an uncovered trailer and is the most common, budget-friendly option for shipping a car from Texas to California. Your vehicle may be exposed to rain, dust, road debris, and sun during transit. For most daily drivers, this is a practical choice.

Enclosed transport uses a covered trailer. It offers more protection from weather and road debris, but it usually costs much more and may have less availability. It is often the better choice for classic, luxury, exotic, restored, or custom-painted vehicles.

Neither option removes every transport risk, so inspect the vehicle with the driver at pickup and delivery. Your final price depends on the vehicle, locations, dates, and carrier availability. Read more about how weather affects car shipping before choosing.

Yes. We offer door-to-door vehicle shipping from Texas to California. When you book, provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Your carrier will try to collect and deliver your vehicle at those locations, as long as the roads are legal and safe for a large transport truck.

Narrow streets, low branches, construction, restricted access, or local parking rules may require a nearby alternative, such as a wide parking lot or truck-friendly business. The carrier will work with you to choose the closest safe location. Door-to-door means the nearest practical access point, not always a private driveway.