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Cost: Open car shipping typically ranges from $0.90-$1.20 per mile for trips under 500 miles. Longer routes generally cost less per mile, while enclosed transport costs more.
Time: Most trips take about 1 to 8 days after pickup. Pickup is scheduled separately. All dates are estimates, not promises.
Options: Open, enclosed, door-to-door, expedited, terminal-to-terminal, and non-running car shipping.

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Florida Car Shipping

Ship A1 Auto Transport helps you ship a car to, from, and within Florida. Maybe you are moving to Tampa, bringing your car home to Jacksonville after a winter up north, or buying a car from a seller in Miami. We find a carrier that fits your trip and your dates.

This page explains what Florida car shipping costs, how long it takes, and which options you can choose. It also tells you what to do before pickup and when your car arrives. Your options depend on your route, your car, your dates, the transport type, and whether a truck can safely reach your pickup and delivery spots.

How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car to or From Florida?

The cost to ship a car to or from Florida depends mostly on distance. A longer trip costs more in total, but the price per mile goes down. A short trip costs more per mile. The table in the cost and transit time section shows sample prices for popular routes.

Your final price depends on your car, your route, your dates, and the transport type you pick.

Factors That Affect Florida Car Shipping Costs

Many things change the price of shipping a car. These are the main ones.

Distance and route:

More miles usually means a higher total price. Busy highways such as I-95, I-75, and I-10 often have more trucks.

Car size, weight, and condition:

Big, heavy cars take more room on the truck. A car that does not run needs special loading tools.

Open or enclosed transport:

Enclosed trucks cost more than open trucks because they carry fewer cars and give more cover.

Pickup and delivery spots:

Big cities are easier for trucks to reach. Remote places or tight streets can add time and fees.

Season and truck availability:

Florida gets many seasonal travelers, so truck space can get tight at busy times.

Pickup dates:

A fixed date or a rush shipment can cost more than a flexible pickup window.

Your real quote is based on your ZIP codes, your car details, your transport choice, and your dates. Two people shipping the same type of car can get different prices because their routes and dates are different.

Car Shipping to Florida

Car shipping to Florida helps people move their cars from other states into Florida. The cost and delivery time depend on the pickup location, car type, and shipping schedule.

Popular routes connect Florida with states such as Georgia, Texas, New York, and California.

Car Shipping from Florida

Car shipping from Florida helps people move their cars to other states across the country. Shipping prices may be different for each route because the number of available trucks and demand can change.

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Florida Car Shipping Cost and Transit Time

Route	Approx. miles	Open transport	Enclosed transport	Transit after pickup
Miami, FL to Orlando, FL	234	$222-$313	$315-$444	1-2 days
Jacksonville, FL to Atlanta, GA	348	$313-$418	$445-$593	1-2 days
Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL	853	$640-$853	$947-$1,262	2-4 days
Jacksonville, FL to Houston, TX	872	$654-$872	$968-$1,291	2-4 days
Tampa, FL to Chicago, IL	1,173	$704-$997	$1,042-$1,476	3-5 days
Miami, FL to Dallas, TX	1,311	$787-$1,114	$1,164-$1,649	3-5 days
Buffalo, NY to Miami, FL	1,390	$834-$1,182	$1,234-$1,749	3-5 days
Jacksonville, FL to Denver, CO	1,747	$874-$1,223	$1,293-$1,810	4-6 days
Phoenix, AZ to Jacksonville, FL	2,048	$819-$1,331	$1,188-$1,930	5-7 days
Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL	2,441	$976-$1,587	$1,416-$2,301	5-7 days
Miami, FL to San Diego, CA	2,655	$929-$1,593	$1,347-$2,310	6-8 days

These prices, miles, and times are estimates. They are not exact quotes or promises. Your real price can change with your car, your route, your dates, the transport type, and truck availability. Allow a few extra days for pickup, especially in busy seasons.

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Ship A1 Auto Transport offers several ways to ship your car. Pick the one that fits your car, your budget, and your dates.

Open Car Transport

Open car transport is the most common choice and usually costs the least. Your car rides on an open truck with other cars. It is outside in normal weather. It works well for daily cars, family cars, and many used cars.

Enclosed Car Transport

Enclosed car transport uses a covered truck. The cover protects your car from weather, dust, and small stones on the road. Many people pick it for new, rare, or high-value cars, including classic cars. It costs more than open transport.

Door-to-Door Car Shipping

With door-to-door car shipping, the truck picks up and drops off your car at or near the addresses you give. A big truck cannot always fit into a gated community, a small street, or a busy city block. If that happens, the driver may ask you to meet at a nearby safe place, like a large parking lot.

Expedited Car Shipping

Expedited car shipping is for people who need their car moved fast. It gives your shipment priority and may cost more. Our terms say pickup and delivery dates are estimates, so ask what is included before you book.

Terminal-to-Terminal Car Shipping

With terminal-to-terminal car shipping, you drop your car at a terminal and pick it up at another one. This option is only offered in some places. Before you book, ask for the terminal addresses, the hours, the storage rules, and the full price.

Non-Running Car Shipping

A car that cannot start, roll, steer, or brake needs special loading tools. Tell us about the problem before you book so we can find the right carrier. A fee of about $150 is charged at delivery if a car does not run at pickup or stops running during the trip.

How Does Florida Car Shipping Work?

The process has five easy steps. Here is what happens at each one.

Request Your Quote

Send your pickup and delivery ZIP codes. Add your car's year, make, and model, the transport type you want, and your first available date. Tell us if the car does not run.

Book the Lane

Read the price, the transport type, and the terms before you confirm. First-time customers fill out and sign a booking form. Booking about 7 to 14 days ahead gives you more choices. Book earlier in busy seasons.

Carrier Dispatch

Ship A1 finds an available carrier and helps set up your pickup. Under our terms, you or your agent may get a call 3 to 24 hours before pickup. After a carrier is assigned, the carrier's bill of lading becomes the main agreement for the trip.

Transit

The carrier drives your car to its new home. Traffic, weather, road work, and driver stops can change the timing. Pickup and delivery dates are estimates, not promises.

Delivery

The driver calls you before arriving. You pick a safe place to meet, check your car, and sign the paperwork. More details are in the delivery section below.

Real-Time Car Tracking System

To Track Your Car Shipment, enter your booking order number on Ship A1 Auto Transport’s online tracking tool to view the latest available status. Updates reflect the information available at that time, and live GPS tracking is not guaranteed.

Florida Car Shipping Service Areas

Ship A1 Auto Transport arranges car pickup and delivery across Florida. Whether you need to ship a car to Miami, move a car from Orlando, or send a car from a smaller Florida town, we can help based on your route and needs.

We serve customers in cities and communities across Florida, including major metro areas, coastal towns, suburbs, and locations throughout the state. Our services support people relocating, buying or selling a vehicle, moving for work, or sending a car to family in another city or state.

We serve customers in cities and communities across Florida, including:

MiamiOrlandoTampaJacksonvilleFort LauderdaleWest Palm BeachBoca RatonSt. PetersburgSarasotaNaplesFort MyersKissimmeeDaytona BeachGainesvilleTallahasseePensacola

Ship A1 Auto Transport also arranges car shipping in other Florida communities. Pickup and delivery spots depend on safe road access and truck availability.

Car Shipping Insurance and Vehicle Inspections

Ship A1 arranges your shipment with an assigned carrier. The carrier is the company that moves your car. The carrier has the main insurance responsibility while your car is in transit. The carrier's bill of lading and claim steps guide what happens if there is a problem. Coverage details depend on the carrier's policy and paperwork. The carrier is not responsible for some things, such as engine or other mechanical problems, leaking fluids, normal wear and tear, and items left inside the car.

What to Do Before Pickup

Ask for the carrier's insurance details. Also check your own car insurance to see what it covers while your car is on a truck. Take photos of every side of the car. Then walk around it with the driver and make sure all old damage is written on the inspection report.

If There Is a Problem

Before signing the delivery inspection form, record any new damage and take clear photos. Follow the carrier’s claim process, as claims must be filed with the carrier that transported your car; damage not noted at delivery may affect your claim. Keep all paperwork, and review the FMCSA’s advice for car owners for more guidance.

E-ZPass and Toll Tags During Transport

A toll reader can pick up a working toll tag inside your car while the truck drives through a toll road. That can add toll charges to your account for a trip you did not drive. Florida has many toll roads, so this matters here.

If your toll tag comes off, take it out before pickup and keep it with you. You can also put it in a signal-blocking bag. If your tag is a sticker and cannot be removed, ask your toll company how to turn it off or manage it during shipping. Put your tag back after delivery.

Car carrier truck on a highway during transport

How to Save Money on Florida Car Shipping

You can lower your cost with a few smart steps.

Stay flexible: Keep pickup dates open
Book early: Get more carrier choices
Choose open transport: Save on shipping costs
Meet near a main road: Simplify pickup
Give correct details: Avoid price changes
Read the full quote: Check terms and fees
Compare quotes: Check prices and services
Prepare your car: Remove personal items

How to Prepare Your Car for Shipping

A little work before pickup makes shipping smoother. Follow these steps.

Clean the car so existing marks are easy to see
Take photos of every side, roof, and inside before pickup
Check for leaks and tell us about any car problems
Check tires and battery if the car runs safely
Keep fuel at or below one quarter of a tank
Remove loose parts and turn off the car alarm before pickup
Remove your toll tag if it can be taken off
Keep keys ready and have ownership papers if requested

Personal Belongings

Yes, Ship A1 Auto Transport may allow a limited amount of personal belongings, generally up to 100 pounds, with prior approval. If approved, place items securely in the trunk or below the window line, and keep the seats and passenger areas clear.

Personal belongings are not covered by vehicle transport insurance, and Ship A1 and the carrier are not responsible for items left inside the vehicle. Remove valuables, important documents, hazardous materials, and other prohibited items before pickup.

What to Expect at Pickup and Delivery

What Happens at Pickup?

The driver arrives at the pickup place, checks your car, and loads it. You or your agent should be there to hand over the keys and point out any old damage. If the car is not available when the carrier arrives, our terms say a $100 reposting fee may apply.

Inspecting Your Vehicle

Before loading, walk around the car with the driver. Make sure every scratch, dent, or mark is written on the bill of lading. Take your own photos from different sides. Keep your copy of the papers.

What Happens at Delivery?

The driver calls you before arriving. Check your car in good light before you sign. Compare it with your photos and the pickup report. Write any new damage on the delivery inspection form. Under our terms, any balance you owe is paid to the carrier in U.S. dollars, by cash or cashier's check. If you cannot be there, name an agent ahead of time.

Reasons People Ship Cars to or From Florida

People ship cars to or from Florida for work, family, school, military orders, car deals, and winter stays. Here are the most common reasons.

Moving for Work or Family

Many people move to Miami, Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville for a new job, to be near family, or to retire. Shipping your car saves you a long drive while you handle housing and packing. It can also make the move easier with kids or pets.

Military Relocations

Florida has several military bases, including Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Naval Air Station Pensacola, MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, and Eglin Air Force Base in the Panhandle. New orders often come with tight dates. Plan early, and name an agent if your schedule may change.

College and University Moves

Students going to the University of Florida, Florida State, UCF, USF, or the University of Miami may need a car on campus. Shipping helps when the drive is long. Try to plan delivery around move-in weekends, and check campus parking rules first.

Buying or Selling a Car Out of State

Buying a car online gives you more choices. Shipping brings the car to Florida without a trip to the seller. It works the same way when you sell a car to a buyer in another state. Before you book, check the car details and have your ownership papers ready.

Seasonal Travel

Many people move cars between Florida and northern states, often south in the fall and north in the spring. Truck space can get tight in both directions. Plan early, stay flexible on dates, and book both trips ahead if you can.

Why Choose Ship A1 Auto Transport for Florida Car Shipping?

Ship A1 Auto Transport makes car shipping to, from, and within Florida simple and clear. You get different shipping options, pricing based on your trip, and online order updates. Our team is available to answer your questions and help you through the shipping process.

Here is what you get when you ship a car with Ship A1:

Licensed and bonded: We are FMCSA-licensed and bonded.
Clear roles: We arrange your shipment with a carrier and explain who does what.
Choices: Open, enclosed, door-to-door, expedited, terminal-to-terminal, and non-running car shipping, depending on your trip and car.
A quote for your trip: Your price is based on your route, car, dates, and transport type.
Order updates: Check your order status online with your order number.
Help when you need it: Call 1 (844) 474-4721 or email info@shipa1.com.

Ready to ship your car to or from Florida? Request a Car Shipping Quote. Send your ZIP codes, your car details, and your preferred date.

Florida Car Shipping FAQs

Costs depend on distance, vehicle, transport type, and dates. Open transport ranges from $0.90-$1.20 per mile under 500 miles to $0.35-$0.60 over 2,500 miles. Enclosed transport costs more. Request a quote for your route.

Transit typically takes about 1-8 days after pickup, depending on distance, traffic, weather, and route. Carrier scheduling takes additional time.

The assigned carrier has primary insurance responsibility during transport. Coverage and exclusions depend on its policy. Photograph your car before pickup, inspect it at delivery, and document new damage on the delivery paperwork before following the carrier's claims process.

Booking 1-2 weeks before your preferred pickup date is a useful guideline. Book earlier during busy seasons when possible. Scheduling depends on your route, carrier availability, and service type. Dates are estimates, not guarantees.

We may allow up to 100 pounds of personal items with prior approval. Place them securely in the trunk or below the window line, and keep the seats and passenger areas clear. Personal items are not covered by transport insurance, so remove valuables and important documents before pickup.

Open transport carries your car on an uncovered carrier and usually costs less. Enclosed transport uses a covered trailer for added protection from weather and road debris.

We can arrange transport for eligible sedans, SUVs, luxury cars, classic cars, and electric or hybrid cars. Non-running cars may also qualify, depending on their condition and carrier capabilities.

Clean and photograph your car, disable alarms, remove loose parts, and keep the fuel tank at or below one-quarter full. Tell Ship A1 about leaks or mechanical issues, remove removable toll tags, and have your keys and requested documents ready.

Door-to-door transport means the carrier picks up and delivers your car as close as safely and legally possible to your addresses. If a large truck cannot access a location, you may need to meet the driver at a nearby accessible spot.

New York City to Miami is about 1,280 miles. Estimated open transport is $768-$1,088, while enclosed transport is $1,137-$1,610. Actual prices depend on exact locations, vehicle details, dates, and carrier availability.

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