- Los Angeles → New York
- 2,885 mi
- Transit
- 6–10 days
- Open carrier
- $2,205
What it costs
Prices for a running sedan with standard pickup, as of Oct 27, 2026, calculated the same way as the quote on this page. SUVs, pickups and inoperable vehicles cost more, and you can price those exactly with the quote tool.
| Route | Miles | Open | Enclosed | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles → New YorkCA → NY | 2,885 | $2,205 | $3,255 | 6–10 days |
| San Francisco → New YorkCA → NY | 3,028 | $2,270 | $3,355 | 7–10 days |
| San Diego → BrooklynCA → NY | 2,869 | $2,200 | $3,245 | 6–10 days |
| San Jose → Long IslandCA → NY | 3,031 | $2,270 | $3,355 | 7–10 days |
| Sacramento → AlbanyCA → NY | 2,933 | $2,225 | $3,285 | 6–10 days |
The route
There's no single road for this one. Carriers choose between I-40 through Arizona, Oklahoma and Tennessee, I-70 through Denver and the Midwest, and I-80 through Salt Lake City, Nebraska and Pennsylvania, depending on the season and the other cars on the truck. Los Angeles to New York is 2,885 miles.
Cross-country trucks fill up with several cars headed east, so the driver may make other pickups in Southern California before setting out. That's normal, and it's what keeps the price per mile low: about $0.76 a mile on this route right now.
When to book
Summer is the busiest season: Los Angeles to New York is about $2,360 for a July pickup and $2,185 in February. In winter, snow on I-80 in Wyoming and on I-70 in the Rockies can add a day or two, which is why many carriers favor I-40.
Good to know
New York gives new residents 30 days to register. Your registration comes with a temporary 10-day inspection sticker, so book a New York inspection soon after you register.
Shipping the other way? See New York to California car shipping.
Questions about California to New York car shipping
How long does it take to ship a car from California to New York?
About 6–10 days after pickup for Los Angeles to New York.
Should I ship enclosed coast to coast?
For a classic, exotic or new luxury car, it's worth it. Los Angeles to New York is about $3,255 enclosed versus $2,205 on an open carrier.
Can you deliver in Manhattan?
Yes, at a nearby wide street or lot rather than your door. Many Manhattan blocks are too tight for a full-size carrier, and drivers can't enter parking garages.