Los Angeles to Seattle Auto Transport
We'll get your car from Los Angeles to Seattle in 3-5 days, covering 1,135 miles along the I-5 Pacific Coast corridor. This is one of our busiest West Coast routes - we've been running LA to Seattle shipments since 2015 with carriers who know this highway inside and out.
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How Much Does LA to Seattle Car Shipping Cost?
Open carrier transport from Los Angeles to Seattle runs $750-$1,100 depending on your vehicle type and season. Peak summer rates (June through August) hit the higher end of that range because everyone's moving. We see the best pricing in late fall and winter when demand drops off.
Enclosed auto transport costs $1,200-$2,200 for this route. Worth every penny if you're shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, or anything worth over $40,000. The weather protection alone justifies the cost - you're going through different climate zones from LA's desert heat to Seattle's rain.
Here's something most brokers won't tell you: pricing fluctuates weekly based on fuel costs and carrier availability. We lock in your rate when you book, so you won't get hit with surprise price increases. Last month, a customer shipping a 2020 Tesla Model 3 from Beverly Hills to Capitol Hill paid $875 for open transport. Same car, same route - but she booked on a Tuesday when we had three carriers bidding for the load.
What's the Transit Time from Los Angeles to Seattle?
Plan on 3-5 days for your car to get from LA to Seattle. Most shipments arrive on day 4 because carriers can drive straight up I-5 without dealing with mountain weather or winding roads. It's 1,135 miles of mostly highway driving through California, Oregon, and Washington.
Weather rarely delays this route. Sure, you might hit some rain in Oregon or Washington, but carriers are used to that. The real delays happen during peak moving season (May through September) when every carrier is booked solid. We've shipped over 2,400 vehicles on this route since 2015, and 89% arrive within the original timeframe.
Want faster delivery? Our door-to-door delivery with expedited service can get your car there in 2-3 days. Costs about $300-$500 more, but we'll put your vehicle on a dedicated carrier instead of waiting for a multi-car hauler. Perfect for business relocations or when you need your car ASAP.
Best Time to Ship Your Car LA to Seattle
Fall and winter offer the best combination of pricing and availability for LA to Seattle auto transport. October through February, you'll save $100-$200 compared to summer rates. Fewer people are moving, so carriers have more flexibility with pickup and delivery dates.
Summer's expensive but predictable. June through August, expect to pay premium rates but you'll have tons of carrier options. We book summer shipments 2-3 weeks out because everyone wants to move during school breaks. Spring (March through May) hits the sweet spot - moderate pricing with good availability.
Avoid shipping right before major holidays. Thanksgiving week and the week between Christmas and New Year's are nightmare scenarios. Carriers shut down, and the few running charge double rates. We had a customer last December who needed his BMW shipped LA to Seattle during Christmas week - ended up paying $1,800 for what normally costs $900.
Door-to-Door vs Terminal Service LA to Seattle
We recommend door-to-door pickup and delivery for the LA to Seattle route 95% of the time. Both cities have excellent residential access, and carriers can usually get within a block or two of your exact address. Costs the same as terminal service but saves you hours of driving to pickup locations.
LA pickup works great from anywhere in the metro area - downtown, Hollywood, Santa Monica, Pasadena, you name it. Seattle delivery covers the whole Puget Sound region: Seattle proper, Bellevue, Tacoma, Everett, even out to Olympia. Our carriers know these areas like the back of their hand.
The only time we suggest terminal service is if you live on a narrow street that can't fit a car carrier. Those big rigs need about 75 feet of length and can't make tight turns. We'll arrange terminal pickup at our partner lots in LA (near LAX) and Seattle (south of downtown). Adds maybe an hour to your day but saves the hassle of finding street parking for a massive truck.
Seasonal Demand and Weather Considerations
The LA to Seattle corridor sees three distinct shipping seasons that affect both pricing and transit times. Summer (June-August) is peak season when college students, families, and business relocations drive demand through the roof. We're talking 40% higher volume than winter months, which pushes rates up accordingly.
Fall brings the snowbird migration - retirees and seasonal residents heading north after spending winter in Southern California. September through November, we see steady demand with reasonable pricing. This is actually our favorite time to ship because weather's still good but you're not competing with summer movers for carrier space.
Winter and spring offer the best value. December through April, you'll get the lowest rates of the year because fewer people want to deal with moving during holidays and school time. Weather's rarely an issue on I-5 unless you hit a rare snowstorm in the Siskiyou Mountains near the Oregon border. Even then, carriers just wait a day for plows to clear the highway.
How It Works
Get Your Quote
Call us at (310) 906-4841 or fill out our online form. We'll give you an exact price based on your vehicle, pickup date, and delivery preferences.
Book Your Shipment
Once you accept the quote, we'll assign a carrier and send you pickup details. No deposit required - you pay the carrier directly when your car gets delivered.
Vehicle Pickup in LA
Carrier arrives at your LA location within the scheduled window. You'll do a quick vehicle inspection, sign the bill of lading, and hand over your keys.
Delivery in Seattle
Your car arrives in Seattle 3-5 days later. Final inspection, payment to the carrier, and you're done. We follow up to make sure everything went smoothly.
Pricing by Vehicle Type
| Vehicle | Open Carrier | Enclosed | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan / Compact | $750-$950 | $1,200-$1,450 | 3-5 days |
| SUV / Crossover | $800-$1,050 | $1,300-$1,550 | 3-5 days |
| Pickup Truck | $850-$1,100 | $1,350-$1,600 | 3-5 days |
| Luxury / Exotic | N/A | $1,500-$2,200 | 3-5 days |
| Motorcycle | $450-$650 | $700-$950 | 3-5 days |
| Inoperable Vehicle | $200+ surcharge | $1,500+ | Add 1-2 days |
Book your LA to Seattle shipment for Tuesday or Wednesday pickup. Carriers love starting the week with a clean I-5 run north, and you'll often get priority loading since it's such a popular route. Avoid Friday pickups - carriers don't want to hit Seattle weekend traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about Liberty Car Shipping services.