Florida Car Shipping: Routes, Costs, and What to Know

Most standard sedans and SUVs run $900-$1,400 on an open carrier from Florida to New York. Enclosed transport typically adds 40-60 percent. During the March through May outbound surge, northbound prices sit toward the top of that range, so booking 2-3 weeks ahead helps you lock a better rate.

Cross-country runs of 2,400-3,050 miles typically price at $1,300-$1,800 for open transport. That works out to a lower cost per mile than shorter routes because the carrier keeps the vehicle for the full run. Enclosed service typically adds 40-60 percent to the open price.

Florida to Texas runs $700-$1,050 on an open carrier along the I-⁠10 corridor. It is one of the steadier lanes out of Florida year round, since carrier volume between the two states stays high in both directions. Enclosed transport typically adds 40-60 percent.

Pickup in every major Florida metro usually happens within 1-2 days of booking. Once the car is loaded, count on 1-3 days to Atlanta, 3-6 days to the Northeast or Chicago, 2-5 days to Texas, and 7-11 days to the West Coast.

Book 2-3 weeks ahead in both peak windows. Inbound demand surges October through December as seasonal residents arrive, and outbound demand surges March through May as they head home. Prices swing $150-$300 with the flow, and shipping against it, or booking both legs at once, gets you the best rates.

During hurricane season, June through November, we build reroute buffers into scheduling and carriers do not load vehicles in active warning zones. If a storm crosses your route, your coordinator adjusts the pickup or delivery window, usually by a day or two, and keeps you updated until conditions clear.

Open transport is the right choice for most vehicles and requires a destination-specific quote from Florida. Enclosed typically adds 40-60 percent and makes sense for classics, exotics, and low-clearance cars. Some owners also choose it for the extra protection from Florida’s intense sun and summer storms.

Most carriers allow up to 100 lbs of personal items in the trunk or below the window line. Anything more can trigger extra charges or a refused pickup, and personal items are not covered by the carrier’s cargo insurance, so keep valuables out of the vehicle.

Yes. Every carrier we assign holds active cargo insurance, with coverage up to $2M available for high-value vehicles, and we can send you the certificate of insurance on request before pickup. Nothing is due until a driver is assigned to your shipment.