- Seattle → Los Angeles
- 1,134 mi
- Transit
- 3–5 days
- Open carrier
- $1,425
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle → Los AngelesWA → CA | 1,134 | $1,425 | $2,040 | 3–5 days |
| Seattle → San FranciscoWA → CA | 802 | $1,210 | $1,715 | 2–4 days |
| Tacoma → San DiegoWA → CA | 1,229 | $1,475 | $2,125 | 3–5 days |
| Spokane → SacramentoWA → CA | 778 | $1,195 | $1,690 | 2–4 days |
| Bellevue → San JoseWA → CA | 838 | $1,235 | $1,750 | 2–4 days |
The route
Southbound trucks leave Seattle on I-5 and pass Portland, Eugene and Medford before the Siskiyou Pass drops them into Northern California. Seattle to Los Angeles is 1,134 miles.
Bay Area deliveries leave I-5 for I-505 and I-80 or I-580; Los Angeles cars continue down the Central Valley and over the Grapevine. Spokane pickups add a day for the drive across the state to I-5 or south through Oregon.
When to book
Summer is the busiest season: Seattle to Los Angeles is about $1,515 for a July pickup and $1,410 in February. Between November and March, snow on the Siskiyou Pass can add a day.
Good to know
California gives new residents 20 days to register after becoming a resident or taking a job there. Every car registered in California has to meet its emission requirements, so plan on a smog check and an in-person vehicle verification at the DMV.
Shipping the other way? See California to Washington car shipping.
Questions about Washington to California car shipping
How long does it take to ship a car from Washington to California?
About 3–5 days after pickup for Seattle to Los Angeles, and 2–4 days for Seattle to San Francisco.
Can you deliver on San Francisco's hills?
Usually not on the steepest blocks. The driver meets you on a flatter cross street nearby.
Is enclosed transport worth it from Seattle?
For a classic or exotic, yes: a few days of Northwest rain and road spray stay off the paint. Seattle to Los Angeles is about $2,040 enclosed versus $1,425 on an open carrier.