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Indiana to California Car Shipping Rates
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Indiana to California at a glance
- Open transport
- $795 – $4,065
- Transit time
- 5–9 days
- Distance
- 2,150 mi
- Enclosed transport
- $1,035 – $6,500
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$795 – $4,065
Estimated total (open)
Standard sedan
$0.37–$1.89 per mile
Price per mile (open)
5–9 days
Transit time
$1,035 – $6,500
Estimated total (enclosed)
Standard sedan
Average shipping rates from Indiana to California by vehicle type
Published figures for this distance, with the size and non-running adjustments the studies publish. Your final price depends on exact cities, season and carrier availability.
| Vehicle type | Open transport | Enclosed transport | Open per mile | Typical weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | $795 – $4,065 | $1,035 – $6,500 | $0.37–$1.89 per mile | 3,000–3,500 lbs |
| SUV | $850 – $4,340 | $1,105 – $6,940 | $0.40–$2.02 per mile | 3,500–5,000 lbs |
| Pickup truck | $1,095 – $5,610 | $1,430 – $8,970 | $0.51–$2.61 per mile | 4,500–6,000 lbs |
| Non-running vehicle | $945 – $4,365 | $1,185 – $6,800 | $0.37–$1.89 per mile | Varies |
What affects the price on this route
- DistanceAbout 2,150 miles, a long-distance route with a lower price per mile.
- SeasonSummer moving season raises demand; late fall and winter are usually cheaper.
- Vehicle sizeLarger and heavier vehicles take more space and weight on the truck.
- Pickup and delivery citiesMetro areas near I-65 and I-69 usually cost less than rural addresses.
- Transport typeOpen transport is the most affordable; enclosed costs more for extra protection.
- Date flexibilityA wider pickup window lets a carrier fit your car in on a cheaper day.
Winter weather affects pickup, not just price
No source publishes monthly prices for this route.
Storms and mountain passes can delay a truck that is already on the road, so a wider pickup window matters more here than a slightly lower quote.
Published price adjustments
- Pickup truckPickups cost about 38% more to ship than standard cars.Source: Move.org
- SUVAt 500 miles, an SUV averaged $743 against $696 for a car.Source: Move.org
- Non-running vehicleAdd $150 to $300 for a vehicle that does not run.Source: Direct Connect Auto Transport
Open vs. enclosed transport rates
Most popular
Open transport
$795 – $4,065
$0.37–$1.89 per mile
- Most affordable option
- Most trucks on this route
- Right for everyday cars, SUVs and pickups
Extra protection
Enclosed transport
$1,035 – $6,500
$0.48–$3.02 per mile
- Covered from weather and road debris
- Ideal for luxury and classic cars
- Fewer trucks, so book earlier
Rates between major cities
Estimated open transport prices for a standard sedan.
| City pair | Distance | Open transport | Transit time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis → Los Angeles | 2,170 mi | $805 – $4,100 | 5–9 days |
| Indianapolis → San Diego | 2,140 mi | $790 – $4,045 | 5–9 days |
| Fort Wayne → Los Angeles | 2,240 mi | $830 – $4,235 | 5–9 days |
| Fort Wayne → San Diego | 2,220 mi | $820 – $4,195 | 5–9 days |
| Evansville → Los Angeles | 2,070 mi | $765 – $3,910 | 5–9 days |
What your quote should include
- Transport from pickup to delivery
- Fuel and tolls
- The carrier's cargo insurance
- Door-to-door service where a truck can safely reach
Can cost extra
- Enclosed transport
- Expedited or guaranteed pickup dates
- A non-running vehicle that needs a winch
- Oversized, lifted or modified vehicles
Where these figures come from
Published industry studies, not Haulwide shipments. Checked Sep 16, 2026.
- SGT Auto Transport(opens in a new tab)
Published Sep 9, 2026. 30 months of the company's own shipping data (January 2024 to June 2026) across all 50 states and 1,581 state-to-state lanes, limited to completed single-vehicle open transport deliveries and mix-adjusted for distance.
- Move.org(opens in a new tab)
Published Mar 4, 2026. Nearly 800 broker quotes analyzed, priced for a running 2025 Toyota Camry with a one-week lead time using October 2025 quotes.
- Kelley Blue Book(opens in a new tab)
Published Jan 12, 2026. Quotes requested from eight transport companies for a 2025 Honda Accord on three routes from Orlando, on standard open carriers.
- Direct Connect Auto Transport(opens in a new tab)
No publication date given. The company's own carrier data for an operable sedan on open transport; the page states no publication date.
- RoadRunner Auto Transport(opens in a new tab)
Published Sep 1, 2026. The company's completed shipment history, which it describes as over 1 million vehicles delivered across 30+ years, updated September 2026. Its nationwide average is $1,215 at a median distance of 987 miles and a median $1.23 per mile.
The sources disagree, so figures are shown as the span across them rather than a single price. Pricing methodology
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