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Florida Auto Transport is our specialty — and we've mastered every mile of it. Furious Auto Shipping moves vehicles to and from the Sunshine State every single day. We cover all 50 states, but Florida
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While we ship vehicles to all 50 states, these are our most heavily requested outbound routes from Florida.
Each spring, hundreds of thousands of snowbirds reverse their seasonal migration and head back north. New York is the single largest feeder state for Florida snowbirds. As temperatures warm, retirees ship their cars back to Long Island, Westchester, and the boroughs rather than drive 1,300 miles on I-95. Demand for this lane peaks sharply every March and April.
Florida-to-Texas is a major corporate relocation corridor. As companies expand operations in Houston and Dallas, Florida professionals frequently relocate and ship their vehicles west along I-10. Retirees also increasingly choose Texas for its zero state income tax. This route runs year-round with consistently high carrier availability.
Asheville and the Research Triangle have become hugely popular destinations for Floridians escaping summer heat. Many Florida residents maintain second homes in the North Carolina mountains. They ship their cars up in late spring to avoid driving and return to Florida in the fall. This seasonal back-and-forth makes the Florida-to-North Carolina lane extremely active.
Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the broader Pennsylvania corridor sends a significant number of seasonal residents to Florida each winter. The return leg — shipping cars from Florida back to Pennsylvania in spring — is one of our busiest outbound routes. Many retirees from the Philadelphia suburbs winter in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Sarasota.
Relocating to Florida? Here are the most common routes our carriers run inbound.
New Jersey residents retire to Florida in enormous numbers every year. The I-95 corridor between the Jersey Shore and South Florida is one of the busiest snowbird routes in the country. Moving to Boca Raton, Delray Beach, or Boynton Beach is a well-worn path for Garden State retirees looking to escape northeastern winters. Demand peaks every October through December.
Michigan is the number one Midwest snowbird state for Florida. Retirees from Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor ship their vehicles south every November to spend the winter in Fort Myers, Naples, and Sarasota. The I-75 corridor is practically nicknamed the "Michigan Snowbird Highway." This inbound lane fills up fast — early booking in September is essential.
Ohio ranks among the top five snowbird-origin states for Florida every single year. Retirees from Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati make the annual migration south, shipping their vehicles to avoid the long winter drive. The I-75 corridor connects Ohio directly into the heart of Southwest Florida, making this a high-frequency, reliable inbound lane for our carriers.
Chicago-area residents head to Florida in massive numbers each winter, particularly to the Treasure Coast, Naples, and the Orlando area. Illinois transplants are also a growing share of permanent relocations, driven by Florida's zero state income tax and warmer climate. Corporate transfers from Chicago to Tampa and Miami add to the consistent carrier demand on this inbound corridor.
Several Florida-specific factors influence your final shipping cost. Distance is the biggest driver — moving a car from New York to Miami is roughly 1,280 miles, while Chicago to Tampa is about 1,300 miles. Seasonal demand spikes sharply in October through December (snowbirds heading south) and again in March through April (snowbirds heading north). During these windows, rates on Florida corridors can rise 15% to 25% above off-peak. Hurricane season disruptions and fuel surcharges also factor into pricing.
| Vehicle Type & Details | Open Transport | Enclosed Transport |
|---|---|---|
Compact / Mid-Size Sedan (e.g., Camry, Civic) Baseline pricing. These are lightweight, easy to load, and fit on any level of a standard 9-car carrier. | $550–$950 | $950–$1,400 |
Small SUV / Crossover (e.g., CR-V, RAV4) Slightly taller and heavier than standard sedans, resulting in a small premium ($50–$100) on open carriers. | $600–$1,050 | $1,050–$1,550 |
Large SUV / Minivan (e.g., Tahoe, Odyssey) These push the height and weight limits of a trailer. Carriers often must load them on the bottom row, taking up premium space. | $750–$1,200 | $1,200–$1,800 |
Full-Size Pickup Truck (e.g., F-150, Silverado 1500) The long wheelbase and high roofline mean a truck takes up significantly more trailer volume, commanding a higher rate. | $800–$1,300 | $1,300–$1,950 |
Heavy-Duty / Dually Truck (e.g., F-350, Ram 3500) Extremely heavy and wide. Duallys often take up two standard slots on a trailer or require a specialized flatbed hotshot. | $1,050–$1,600 | $1,600–$2,400 |
Electric Vehicle (EV) (e.g., Tesla, Rivian) EV battery packs make these vehicles 20% to 30% heavier than gas equivalents, heavily impacting the truck's strict DOT weight limits. | $750–$1,300 | $1,300–$1,900 |
Luxury / Low-Clearance Sports Car Low ground clearance requires trailers with hydraulic lift-gates. Enclosed transport is highly recommended for full protection. | $900–$1,500 | $1,500–$2,500 |
Motorcycle / ATV Shipped via specialized enclosed motorcycle carriers with custom soft-tie strapping systems. Usually much cheaper than a standard car. | $350–$650 | $550–$950 |
* Rates are estimates and vary by distance, season, and vehicle condition. Get your exact quote →
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Looking to cross state lines? These are the highest-volume state-to-state corridors our carriers run to and from Florida.
The Florida-to-New York corridor is one of the busiest in the entire country. Spring snowbird returns, permanent relocations from South Florida to the tri-state area, and student moves after the University of Florida and Florida State University school year all feed this lane. Our carriers run this route multiple times per week, giving you fast dispatch and competitive rates.
Michigan to Florida is the definitive snowbird corridor. Retirees from the Detroit metro, Lansing, and Grand Rapids ship their cars south every November. The I-75 pipeline runs almost directly from Michigan's Lower Peninsula straight into Southwest Florida. Our drivers are extremely familiar with this route, and our dispatch team can often turn around a booking in under 48 hours.
Florida and Texas share the fastest-growing economies in the Southeast and South. The I-10 corridor connects these two giant states with a direct highway spine. Corporate relocations from Miami and Tampa to Houston and Dallas drive this lane's consistent volume. Retirees also increasingly choose Texas Hill Country after years in Florida, keeping this route active year-round.
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Common questions about shipping vehicles to and from Florida
Transit time depends on where you are shipping from. From the Northeast (New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania), expect 2 to 4 days. From the Midwest (Ohio, Michigan, Illinois), plan for 3 to 5 days. From the West Coast (Oregon, Washington), allow 7 to 10 days. These are typical transit windows once a driver picks up your vehicle. During peak snowbird season (October–December and March–April), dispatch times can add 1 to 3 extra days due to high carrier demand.
Yes, Furious Auto Shipping provides true door-to-door service throughout Florida. However, Florida has a very high concentration of gated HOA communities, retirement villages, and condominium complexes — especially in Naples, Boca Raton, Sarasota, and The Villages. Many of these communities do not allow large commercial trucks past the gate or on interior streets. When this applies to your address, our driver will coordinate a convenient curbside handoff at the nearest accessible public street just outside your community. This is a quick, smooth, and very common solution for Florida deliveries.
The most affordable time to ship a car out of Florida is June through September. This is the off-peak summer window, when snowbirds have already returned north, hurricane season keeps some carriers away, and permanent relocations slow down. During July and August especially, there is excess carrier capacity on northbound Florida lanes, which pushes rates down 10% to 20% below fall and spring peak pricing. If your schedule has flexibility, booking an outbound move in midsummer will get you the best rate.
Yes, you can usually pack up to 100 pounds of personal items in the trunk or cargo area. However, everything must stay below the window line so the driver can see safely. Please note that carriers cannot transport heavy household goods, and your personal items are not covered by the truck's cargo insurance.
Yes, we can easily ship an inoperable vehicle to Florida. We just need to know in advance so we can send a truck equipped with a winch to safely pull your car onto the trailer. This service usually adds a small, standard fee to your total transport cost.
Either you or a trusted adult (over 18) must be present at delivery. This person needs to inspect the vehicle with the driver, compare it to the pickup condition report, and sign the final Bill of Lading to accept the delivery.
Yes. Because your car sits on our commercial trailer and is not being driven on public roads, it does not need active license plates, registration, or your personal auto insurance to be transported. You can handle the Florida FLHSMV paperwork — including your VIN inspection and new registration — after we deliver it.
We believe in total transparency. Our dispatch team will give you regular updates as your vehicle crosses state lines. You will also have the direct phone number for the truck driver hauling your car, so you can call or text them for a real-time location update.
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