2 J's Auto Transport is the top-rated car shipping company in Long Beach, offering the fastest and easiest way to ship your vehicle to or from Long Beach.
Welcome to 2 J’s Auto Transport, one of the leading auto transport brokers serving Long Beach. Whether you are relocating from Bixby Knolls, shipping a vehicle from Belmont Shore, or moving a car to or from the Port of Long Beach area, we provide reliable and affordable auto transportation from Long Beach to anywhere nationwide. We specialize in R.V. transportation, heavy hauling, open carrier shipping, enclosed auto transport, and shipping of both operable and inoperable vehicles.
Long Beach is one of the most logistically significant cities on the West Coast for auto transport. The Port of Long Beach is the second-busiest container port in the Western Hemisphere and one of the primary vehicle import terminals in the United States, with Toyota, Honda, and Hyundai landing tens of thousands of vehicles per year through its terminals. I-710 (the Long Beach Freeway) connects the port to the wider Southern California freeway network, but carries 40,000+ commercial truck trips daily near the terminals, making carrier routing through Long Beach more complex than most California cities. Every carrier we dispatch carries active cargo insurance, which we verify before each job.
As a federally licensed auto transport broker (MC# 799000, USDOT# 02349019), we dispatch from a vetted network of FMCSA-compliant carriers. We handle carrier matching, route coordination, insurance verification, and real-time tracking, so you can focus on your move.
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Selly StuffTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Joyce was amazing to work with from start to finish . My daughter was moving alone from Las Vegas to Chicago and the dates were constantly fluctuating. Joyce was so patient with me , understanding and empathetic to our needs . She made us feel like family . We used Sherpa years ago , and her customer service and communication was way beyond Sherpas ( and they gave excellent service as well, but Joyce blew them out of the water ) The price was competitive with the other carriers , but it really was her personality and customer service that sealed the deal . I would highly recommend using 2 Js auto transport over any of the more popular auto transporters. I spoke to atleast 5 other carriers before choosing 2js transport ( they were highly recommended by my brother , he used in past to get a car from California to Florida ) and I’m so glad we decided to use them . It was seamless and again the open line of communication was exceptional ! I can’t say enough great things about the whole process other than I would pick them hands down over any other carrier !Posted on Google![]()
Brandon KeyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Great price compared to other quotes I received. Working with Joyce and Christina was great!Posted on Google![]()
Christina FurbushTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Joyce and John are such a pleasure to work with. There are a lot of scams in this industry and thankfully this is a family owned company where they actually take care of you like you’re part of their own family. I would highly recommend using their services. Vehicle was picked up and delivered when they said it was, and it was delivered in perfect condition.Posted on Google![]()
king furbsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Amazing service very professional and fairly priced shipped my cars from New York to Florida i will definitely use them again when we ship on the future thank you again 2 Js AutoPosted on Google![]()
Jonathan GuilianoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Very professional service price was competitive and staff was friendly and knowledgeable if you need anything transported this is the company to use !!Posted on Google![]()
Syrus StoneTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This company is very professional and had great communication. I was a little nervous about transporting my vehicle for the first time but they stood behind everything they said they would and followed through from beginning to end. They were very fairly priced amongst competitors, readily available anytime I called or had questions and they were extremely helpful. I would use them again in a heartbeat. Much thanks to 2Js!Posted on Google![]()
Charles AllenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
2 Js Auto transport was very easy to work with great price on shipping our skid steer i would recommend them to anyone needing anything transportedPosted on Google![]()
Mi CoLaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
John and Joyce were a pleasure to work with!!! I used 2Js Auto Transport to ship a forklift that I had purchased and the ease of this transaction was beyond my expectations. Their communication and transparency throughout this process was top notch. I highly recommend them and will definitely be using them again in the future!! Huge thanks to them both!!!
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Long Beach sits at the southern end of the Los Angeles metro with access to four major freeways, each serving different parts of the city and requiring different carrier approaches.
I-710 (Long Beach Freeway): The direct north-south route from the port terminals through the city to I-405 and I-605. I-710 is theoretically the most direct carrier route, but the extraordinary volume of diesel trucks near the port (40,000+ commercial truck trips daily) makes it unreliable during daytime hours. Experienced carriers avoid I-710 between 6-10 AM and 2-7 PM, using it only during off-peak windows for port-adjacent pickups.
I-405 (San Diego Freeway): The primary carrier approach for North and Central Long Beach pickups. Carriers coming from Los Angeles, Orange County, or the South Bay use I-405 as their Long Beach entry and exit point, bypassing the port congestion entirely.
I-605 (San Gabriel River Freeway): Eastern approach for East Long Beach, Lakewood, Cerritos, and Artesia pickups. Strong carrier frequency on this corridor given Orange County and Inland Empire connection.
CA-1 (Pacific Coast Highway): Coastal access for Belmont Shore, Naples Island, Alamitos Bay, and Seal Beach area pickups. PCH is accessible to standard carriers, but beach community traffic slows movement in summer months (June-August).
Carrier access varies significantly across Long Beach neighborhoods. Suburban areas (Bixby Knolls, California Heights, North Long Beach, East Long Beach) generally have wide streets and easy freeway access. Waterfront and historic areas (Naples Island, Belmont Shore, the downtown core) have narrow streets and limited truck parking that require advance staging coordination.
Downtown Long Beach / Pine Avenue corridor: Wide commercial streets in the core handle carriers without issue on off-peak hours. During the Long Beach Grand Prix (IndyCar street race, held annually in April), downtown streets are closed for the race circuit and carrier access to the entire downtown core is impossible for race weekend. If your shipment falls near Grand Prix weekend, we schedule pickup the week before or after.
Belmont Shore / 2nd Street: The main commercial strip on 2nd Street is accessible, but residential blocks east and west are narrow. Carriers stage on PCH or Park Avenue rather than navigating interior residential streets. Allow 24 hours extra lead time for deep Belmont Shore addresses.
Naples Island: The most carrier-restricted neighborhood in Long Beach. Naples Island is a residential island with streets designed for personal vehicles, not commercial trucks. Large car haulers cannot navigate Naples Island at all. Pickup and delivery coordinate at the bridge access points on 2nd Street or Marina Drive. We arrange this at booking, not on pickup day.
Bixby Knolls / California Heights: One of the most carrier-friendly zones in the city. Wide boulevards on Atlantic Avenue and Long Beach Boulevard, strong I-405 proximity, easy truck navigation. Standard door-to-door service throughout.
Signal Hill: Independent city completely surrounded by Long Beach. Main commercial corridors (Cherry Avenue, Temple Avenue) are fully accessible. Some steeper hillside residential streets require staging on a wider nearby road.
North Long Beach: Atlantic Avenue and Long Beach Boulevard provide excellent access. I-710 proximity makes this the easiest zone for carrier scheduling in the city.
East Long Beach (CSULB area): Cal State Long Beach has over 37,000 enrolled students and drives the two largest vehicle shipping demand windows in the city: May semester end and August-September fall move-in. Strong I-405 access near campus. Book 2-3 weeks ahead during these windows.
Port of Long Beach terminal area: We coordinate direct terminal pickup for imported vehicles once they clear customs and port processing (typically 1-5 business days after vessel arrival). Do not schedule your pickup on vessel arrival day. Contact us with your terminal name, arrival date, and release documentation.
| Route | Distance | Est. Delivery Time | Est. Shipping Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Beach to San Diego, CA | 110 mi | 1–2 days | $275–$400 |
| Long Beach to Las Vegas, NV | 270 mi | 1–2 days | $375–$525 |
| Long Beach to Phoenix, AZ | 370 mi | 1–2 days | $425–$600 |
| Long Beach to San Francisco, CA | 400 mi | 2–4 days | $425–$625 |
| Long Beach to Portland, OR | 1,100 mi | 4–6 days | $750–$1,025 |
| Long Beach to Seattle, WA | 1,150 mi | 4–6 days | $775–$1,050 |
| Long Beach to Denver, CO | 1,050 mi | 3–5 days | $750–$1,025 |
| Long Beach to Dallas, TX | 1,450 mi | 4–6 days | $875–$1,175 |
| Long Beach to Chicago, IL | 2,000 mi | 6–8 days | $975–$1,325 |
| Long Beach to New York, NY | 2,800 mi | 7–9 days | $1,150–$1,550 |
| Long Beach to Miami, FL | 2,750 mi | 7–9 days | $1,125–$1,500 |
| Long Beach to Atlanta, GA | 2,200 mi | 6–8 days | $1,025–$1,375 |
Prices are based on current market rates for standard open transport of a passenger vehicle. Enclosed transport runs 30-40% higher. Naples Island and hillside Signal Hill pickups may carry a small coordination fee. Summer peak (June-August) typically adds 15-20%.
Port of Long Beach vehicle imports: The Port of Long Beach is one of the primary vehicle import terminals on the West Coast. If you have a vehicle arriving through a Long Beach port terminal, contact us with the terminal name, vessel arrival date, and release documentation. Port processing and customs clearance typically take 1-5 business days after the vessel arrives. We coordinate port-adjacent pickups regularly and are familiar with the Pier A, Middle Harbor, and Pier G terminal processes.
I-710 truck congestion and carrier routing: The I-710 near the port terminals carries some of the heaviest commercial truck traffic in the United States. Carriers serving the Long Beach route around peak I-710 congestion using I-405 and I-605 as approach alternatives. We factor this into pickup scheduling upfront so there are no day-of surprises.
Naples Island and narrow waterfront streets: Naples Island, parts of Belmont Shore, and some Alamitos Bay addresses have streets that large car haulers physically cannot navigate. This is not a negotiable constraint, it is a physical reality. We identify any restricted addresses at booking and arrange the right staging point in advance.
Long Beach Grand Prix (April): The IndyCar street circuit closes a significant portion of downtown Long Beach every April for race weekend. If your shipment falls during Grand Prix week, we reschedule pickup to the week before or after. This is something we catch at booking and flag proactively.
CSULB student shipping windows: Cal State Long Beach drives two predictable demand spikes every year. May (spring semester end) and August-September (fall move-in) both see tighter carrier availability across the Long Beach and South Bay market. Book 2-3 weeks ahead if your move falls during these windows.
CARB emissions compliance: Vehicles being registered in California must meet California Air Resources Board standards. If you are shipping a vehicle into Long Beach from a non-CARB state, check compliance before booking. Non-compliant vehicles can be transported but cannot be registered in California without modification.
Wildfire season (June-October): Southern California wildfires can close sections of I-5, CA-1, and local canyon access roads at short notice. We monitor active fire conditions and reroute affected shipments. Enclosed transport is recommended for high-value vehicles during peak fire season.
We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service and transparency in an industry where both are often hard to come by. As a family-owned company founded in 2012 by John and Joyce, we offer 24/7 customer support, on-time pickup through a vetted carrier network, real-time shipment tracking, and transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Our carriers know Long Beach: the I-710 congestion pattern that requires I-405 and I-605 routing around peak port traffic, the Naples Island staging coordination that must happen at booking not pickup day, the Port of Long Beach terminal pickup process and why vessel arrival date and customs release date are not the same thing, and the Grand Prix weekend downtown closure that affects April shipments. Long Beach sits within the LA carrier market, which means strong availability and competitive pricing year-round.
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2 J’s Auto Transport is a federally licensed auto transport broker (MC# 799000, USDOT# 02349019). We do not own the trucks and we do not employ the drivers. We dispatch from a vetted network of independent FMCSA-compliant carriers. For Long Beach, this flexibility is essential: we match your vehicle with a carrier already running the South Bay corridor on I-405, coordinate a Port of Long Beach terminal pickup for an imported vehicle, arrange Naples Island bridge staging for a waterfront address, or source an enclosed carrier for a high-value vehicle during wildfire season. No single carrier can cover every Long Beach scenario, and broker flexibility is the practical answer to the city’s geographic complexity. Every carrier carries active cargo insurance, verified before each job.
Devon B
I recently used 2 J’s Auto Transport to transport my car across the country, and I couldn’t be happier with the service! From the very beginning, the team was professional and responsive, answering all my questions and providing a detailed quote with no hidden fees. The pickup was smooth, and they kept me updated throughout the entire process. My car arrived in perfect condition and even ahead of schedule! The driver was friendly and handled everything with care. I highly recommend Joyce and John for anyone looking for reliable and efficient auto transport services. They truly exceeded my expectations!
Johnny
Need my car shipped from New York to California it’s a 2017 Mercedes-Benz I need the enclosed shipping they were very professional always available and deliver the car in five days cross country they gave me a really good price and explained how the business worked would definitely recommend them great job guys.
Mark Edwards
I buy and sell construction equipment all over the US and always go to 2 J’s for long distance transport. They are able to find excellent rates on partial loads within a day or two. The drivers they send are always very professional and helpful. I’ve received quotes from other dispatchers and sometimes drivers offer their services directly, but they can rarely offer compete with 2 J’s pricing or timely service.
Sidharth S
You guys were awesome. Picked up on time, dropped off on time as promised. I was returning customer. I had used their service a year and a half back. They were good at that time and this time too they were fantastic. I was fortunate to have got an enclosed truck for the price of open. Seems they had a truck passing on my dates and they gladly put me there. Thank you, John. Thank you, Joyce. I would highly recommend their services.
2 J’s Auto Transport offers reliable car shipping services in Long Beach covering wide range of zip codes and nearby areas:
90801, 90802, 90803, 90806, 90813, 90814
90803, 90815
90805, 90807
90808, 90815
90755
Carson (90745, 90746), Lakewood (90712, 90713, 90714, 90715), Torrance (90501-90506), Compton (90220, 90221), Cerritos (90703)
No matter the distance, 2 J’s Auto Transport makes shipping your vehicle simple and easy. Whether you need to ship your car from Long Beach to another city or from any city to Long Beach, we handle everything with care and efficiency. With our experienced team and commitment to timely deliveries, you can trust us to get your vehicle where it needs to go, safely and on time.
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2 J’s Auto Transport provides safe, reliable, and stress-free car shipping in Long Beach. Share your pickup and delivery details, choose open or enclosed transport, and our licensed, insured carriers handle everything, ensuring your vehicle arrives securely and on time anywhere in California or across the U.S.
Shipping costs vary depending on distance, vehicle type, and transport method. Most Long Beach shipments range from $700 to $1,350. For an exact quote, call 877-325-7288 or request a free online estimate, transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
Yes. Every carrier we dispatch carries FMCSA-required liability insurance, and as part of our carrier vetting standards, we require proof of cargo insurance as well verified before booking, so your vehicle stays protected from pickup to delivery.
Yes. 2 J’s offers door-to-door pickup and delivery throughout Long Beach, Carson, Lakewood, and the greater Los Angeles metro. If truck access is limited, we’ll coordinate a safe nearby meeting location.
Transit times depend on distance. Regional deliveries in Southern California usually take 1–3 days, while cross-country shipments can take 5–9 days. 2 J’s provides updates so you always know where your vehicle is.
We are a federally licensed auto transport broker (MC# 799000, USDOT# 02349019). We do not own trucks or employ drivers. We dispatch from a vetted network of independent FMCSA-compliant carriers, each carrying active cargo insurance verified before every job.
To make things even easier, we’ve also gathered some helpful tips and information that can guide you through the process and help you avoid common issues. Whether you’re shipping for the first time or you’ve done it before, this resource is here to make sure you’re prepared and confident whenever you’re ready to ship your vehicle.