- Dallas → Los Angeles
- 1,460 mi
- Transit
- 3–6 days
- Open carrier
- $1,605
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas → Los AngelesTX → CA | 1,460 | $1,605 | $2,325 | 3–6 days |
| Houston → Los AngelesTX → CA | 1,617 | $1,685 | $2,445 | 4–6 days |
| Austin → San DiegoTX → CA | 1,363 | $1,550 | $2,240 | 3–5 days |
| Houston → San JoseTX → CA | 1,897 | $1,810 | $2,640 | 4–7 days |
| Fort Worth → SacramentoTX → CA | 1,664 | $1,705 | $2,475 | 4–6 days |
The route
Trucks leaving Dallas–Fort Worth usually take I-20 west to meet I-10, then run through El Paso, Tucson and Phoenix into Southern California. Houston and San Antonio loads stay on I-10 the whole way. Dallas to Los Angeles is 1,460 miles.
Bay Area and Sacramento deliveries continue up I-5 from Los Angeles or come across on I-40 through Arizona and Barstow, and take a little longer than Southern California.
When to book
Summer is the busiest season on this lane: Dallas to Los Angeles is about $1,715 for a July pickup and $1,595 in February. West Texas and desert heat in July and August don't affect a car on an open carrier.
Good to know
California gives new residents 20 days to register after becoming a resident or taking a job in the state. Every car registered there has to meet California's emission requirements, so expect a smog check and an in-person vehicle verification at the DMV. Keep your title and shipping paperwork handy.
Shipping the other way? See California to Texas car shipping.
Questions about Texas to California car shipping
How long does it take to ship a car from Texas to California?
About 3–6 days after pickup for Dallas to Los Angeles, and 4–7 days for Houston to San Jose.
Is there a cheaper time to ship from Texas to California?
Late winter. Dallas to Los Angeles is about $1,595 for a February pickup, compared with $1,715 in July.
Can you deliver to an apartment in Los Angeles or San Francisco?
Usually to a wide street or lot nearby rather than the door. Tell your dispatcher about parking or building rules when you book.