Oakland and East Bay Car Shipping

Door-to-door auto transport from Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda and the rest of the East Bay.

USDOT Licensed
MC Authorized
Fully Bonded & Insured
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4.8 | 1107 reviews
No Deposit Required

Moving out of the Bay Area for a cheaper city, relocating here for a tech or biotech job, or shipping a car to Hawaii through the Port of Oakland? ABC Auto Shipping books a licensed carrier, handles the scheduling around Bay Area traffic and parking, and keeps you updated until delivery. No deposit to book.

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Auto Transport Services in Oakland, CA

Oakland is the East Bay’s transport hub. I-880 runs south past the Coliseum toward San Jose, I-580 heads east over the Altamont Pass to the Central Valley, and I-80 crosses the Bay Bridge to San Francisco and climbs toward Sacramento and Reno. Carriers use all three, so we can usually match an Oakland pickup to a truck already in the area.

Parking is the local challenge. Many Oakland hills streets, and blocks in Rockridge or Temescal, are too narrow for a full car carrier. We agree a nearby meeting point in advance, such as a wide commercial street or a store lot, so pickup does not stall on the day.

ABC Auto Shipping is a licensed broker (USDOT #2340626, MC #797279), BBB A+, with no deposit to book.

Why CHoose US

Why Oakland Customers Choose ABC Auto Shipping

When you compare car shipping companies in Oakland, check who answers, who insures and when you pay. Here is our answer to each:

Licensed and Insured

FMCSA-registered broker, with every carrier’s cargo and liability cover checked before they collect your car.

A Firm Price, No Deposit

The quote is the total. Nothing is paid until a carrier is assigned.

Bay Area Drivers

Carriers who handle the Bay Bridge, toll plazas and East Bay hills every week.

Practical Pickup Points

We plan a safe meeting spot when your street cannot take a 75-foot rig.

A Named Coordinator

One person tracks your order and calls when the truck is assigned and on the way.

California-Based Team

Our office is in Irvine, so we work Pacific hours and know the state’s routes.

Our Oakland Auto Shipping Services

Car Shipping Options in Oakland

Choose by vehicle, timeline and budget:

Open Auto Transport

The low-cost standard for everyday cars, on multi-car carriers that run I-80 and I-5 every day.

Enclosed Auto Transport

Covered trailers for EVs, classics and luxury cars that should stay out of road debris and coastal salt air.

Door-to-Door Car Shipping

Collection and delivery at your address, or a safe nearby spot when the street is too tight.

Expedited Pickup

Priority dispatch for tight move-out dates or lease returns. Booking 7 to 30 days ahead costs least.

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State-to-State Car Shipping

Weekly runs from Oakland to Oregon, Washington, Arizona, Texas, Colorado and the East Coast.

Military Car Shipping

Priority scheduling and military pricing for Coast Guard Island in Alameda, Travis AFB and other Northern California installations.

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Classic, Exotic and Motorcycle Transport

Careful loading and soft straps for collector cars and motorcycles.

Student and Snowbird Discounts

Reduced rates for UC Berkeley and Cal State East Bay students, and for seasonal residents.

AREAS WE SERVE

Oakland Neighborhoods and East Bay Cities We Serve

We pick up and deliver across Oakland and its neighbors, door to door:

Downtown Oakland

Uptown Oakland

Temescal

Rockridge

Grand Lake

Fruitvale

Elmhurst

East Oakland

West Oakland

Jack London Square

Alameda

Berkeley

Emeryville

San Leandro

Hayward

Castro Valley

Fremont

Union City

Newark

Piedmont

Shipping a car somewhere else in California? See our California car shipping page, or our local guides for nearby cities: San Francisco, Hayward, San Jose and Santa Rosa.

Elsewhere in the Bay Area? Enter your zip code for a quote.

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How It Works

How Oakland Car Shipping Works

Step 01

1. Quote

Send your Oakland pickup zip, destination, vehicle and ready date. You get a full price, not a teaser.

Step 02

2. Book With No Deposit

Approve the quote and we assign a carrier on your corridor.

Step 03

3. Pickup

The driver meets you, inspects the car on the Bill of Lading and loads it.

Step 04

4. Delivery

Inspect at the destination, sign off and pay the carrier.

Popular Routes

Most Requested Routes From Oakland

These are the lanes we book most from the East Bay, with typical transit times after pickup:

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San Francisco, CA: ~12 miles, 1-day (Bay Bridge crossing area)

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Sacramento, CA: ~85 miles, 1–2 days via I-80

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Los Angeles, CA: ~370 miles, 2–3 days via I-5

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Reno, NV: ~220 miles, 1–3 days via I-80

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Portland, OR: ~640 miles, 3–4 days

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Seattle, WA: ~810 miles, 3–5 days

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Phoenix, AZ: ~775 miles, 3–5 days

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Chicago, IL: ~2,140 miles, 6–9 days

TRUST STRIP

Licensed, Insured, and Industry-Recognized

USDOT Licensed & MC Authorized

4.9★ on Google (338 reviews) · 4.7★ on Trustindex (540 reviews)

BBB Accredited Business, A+ rating

FMCSA Registered Broker · USDOT #2340626 · MC #797279

20+ years of industry experience · Thousands of vehicles shipped nationwide

Low No Deposit Required to book · balance due when carrier is assigned

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Oakland Car Shipping FAQs

Do you serve Berkeley, Alameda and the rest of the East Bay?

Yes. We cover Berkeley, Alameda, Emeryville, San Leandro, Hayward, Castro Valley, Fremont and every East Bay city.

How long does auto transport from Oakland take?

In-state moves usually take 1 to 3 days after pickup, the Pacific Northwest 3 to 5 days, and the East Coast 7 to 14 days.

How much does car shipping cost in Oakland?

It depends on distance, vehicle size, open or enclosed transport and season. Request a quote with your dates for an exact Oakland price.

Can you ship a car from Oakland to Los Angeles quickly?

Yes. It is one of our busiest lanes. Ask about priority dispatch if you need a firm date.

Is enclosed transport available?

Yes, for any route. It is a good choice for EVs, classics and new luxury cars.

Can you get my car to the Port of Oakland for Hawaii?

Yes. We truck cars to the port in time for their sailing and help you with the ocean carrier’s paperwork.

What deposit do I pay?

None. You pay the carrier when the car is delivered.

Can you ship a car that does not run?

Yes. We send a carrier with a winch; a small fee applies.

Is my car insured in transit?

Yes. The carrier’s cargo insurance covers it, and we check that cover before dispatch.

Ready to Ship Your Car To or From Oakland?

Get a free East Bay quote online or call 877-686-5611. No deposit, and the balance is due at delivery.

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Truck availability is on 1st come 1st serve basis. From the 1st available date, we give 4-5 days of window (minimum 3-4 days) & narrow it down to 1-2 days once a carrier is secured.

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