How Much Does Towing Cost in California?
Understanding Towing Costs in California: Key Factors and Price Estimates
A standard local tow in California from Rumba's Towing is $100 and includes the first 5 miles, then $6 per mile after that. Weekend and after-hours tows start at $120. We offer flat, upfront pricing — you know the cost before we roll — serving Fontana and the Inland Empire 24/7. Need a tow now? Call or text (626) 209-3781.
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Call or Text (626) 209-3781How much to tow a car 10 miles? Here's the math
Because pricing is a flat $100 (which already covers the first 5 miles) plus $6 per mile after that, it's easy to estimate before you call:
Want an exact quote for your location? Call or text (626) 209-3781 and we'll give you the price before we head out.
Rumba's Towing price list
Flat hook fee plus a simple per-mile rate, the same way every time — no hidden charges when we arrive.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Car & light-duty towing | |
| Standard local car tow (first 5 miles free) | $100 + $6/mi |
| Weekend / after-hours car tow (first 5 miles free) | $120 + $6/mi |
| Flatbed tow — AWD, lowered, exotic | from $120 |
| EV / Tesla tow (flatbed; for EVs that won't roll to neutral) | from $140 |
| Motorcycle tow | from $90 |
| Vans, box trucks & RVs | |
| Sprinter van (first 5 miles free) | $150 |
| Box truck / dually / shuttle bus | from $250 + $8/mi |
| RV / motorhome (small) | from $150 |
| RV / motorhome (large, 15,000+ lbs) | from $250–$350 |
| Recovery & long-distance | |
| Winch-out / stuck in a ditch | from $250 |
| Winch-out in mud, snow or sand | from $350 + $8/mi |
| Long-distance tow (light-duty, in-state) | $7/mi after 20 mi |
| Accident recovery with scene cleanup | from $350 |
| Roadside & impound | |
| Car lockout (semi trucks $100) | $60 |
| Jump-start (cars) | $60 |
| Battery service (2–4 batteries, incl. semis) | $80–$120 |
| Private-property impound storage | $80/day |
The $100 standard tow covers the first 5 miles; the per-mile rate starts after that. Winch-out pricing may adjust based on what we find on arrival. Long-distance and out-of-area rates vary by vehicle class — we do not tow out of state. Impound vehicles require a valid ID and title to release.
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Call or Text (626) 209-3781What affects your towing cost
Distance
Your first 5 miles are included in the base price; after that it's a flat $6 per mile for standard tows. Long-distance runs are billed per mile by vehicle class.
Vehicle type
Cars and motorcycles are our lowest rates. Sprinter vans, box trucks, duallies, and RVs need bigger equipment and price higher.
Type of service
A simple tow costs less than a flatbed tow, winch-out recovery, or accident cleanup, which take more equipment and time.
Time of day
Weekend, late-night, and holiday calls start at our $120 rate. We're available 24/7 either way.
Why choose Rumba's Towing
Flat, upfront pricing
You get the price before we roll — a clear hook fee plus a per-mile rate, with no surprise charges on arrival.
Local & fast, 24/7
We're based right here in Fontana, serving the whole Inland Empire day or night — not a national dispatch line.
Our service area
Rumba's Towing is located at 9312 Beech Ave, Fontana, CA 92335 and serves Fontana , Riverside , San Bernardino , Rancho Cucamonga , Ontario , and the surrounding Inland Empire. See all our towing services , find us on Google , or call/text (626) 209-3781 — available 24/7.
Towing cost FAQs
How much does it cost to tow a car in California?
A standard local tow is $100 and includes the first 5 miles, then $6 per mile after that. Weekend and after-hours tows start at $120. Call or text (626) 209-3781 for an exact quote.
How much does it cost to tow a car 10 miles?
About $130 — the $100 base covers the first 5 miles, plus $6 a mile for the next 5. A 20-mile tow runs about $190.
Is towing more expensive on weekends or at night?
Yes — weekend, late-night, and holiday tows start at $120 instead of $100, but the per-mile rate stays the same. We're available 24/7.
How much is a flatbed tow?
Flatbed towing starts at $120 locally for all-wheel-drive, lowered, and exotic vehicles. Electric vehicles that can't roll into neutral start at $140. Call or text (626) 209-3781.
How much does long-distance towing cost?
Long-distance light-duty tows are billed at $7 per mile after the first 20 miles, with rates varying by vehicle class. We tow throughout California but not out of state.
Do you offer roadside help like jump-starts and lockouts?
Yes — car lockouts and jump-starts are $60 each, with battery service from $80. We're available 24/7 across the Inland Empire at (626) 209-3781.
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Call or Text (626) 209-3781