Route guide · AZ → FL
Shipping a car from Arizona to Florida
Shipping a running sedan from Phoenix to Miami costs about $1,250–$1,800 on an open carrier and $1,875–$2,700 in an enclosed trailer, with 5–9 days in transit. It ranks #107 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,525
- Road miles
- 2,340
- Days in transit
- 5–9
- People moving a year
- 8.8K
- Companies at both ends
- 259
City to city
What it costs between Arizona and Florida cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff and Miami, Orlando, Jacksonville and Tampa — 2,030 to 2,490 road miles apart.
| From | Miami | Orlando | Jacksonville | Tampa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $1,250–$1,8002,340 mi · 5–9 days | $1,200–$1,7252,190 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,7002,110 mi · 5–8 days | $1,200–$1,7002,120 mi · 5–8 days |
| Tucson | $1,225–$1,7502,240 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,7002,100 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,6752,040 mi · 5–8 days | $1,150–$1,6752,030 mi · 5–8 days |
| Yuma | $1,300–$1,8752,490 mi · 5–9 days | $1,250–$1,8002,350 mi · 5–9 days | $1,250–$1,7752,280 mi · 5–8 days | $1,250–$1,7752,280 mi · 5–8 days |
| Flagstaff | $1,250–$1,8002,320 mi · 5–9 days | $1,200–$1,7252,170 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,6752,080 mi · 5–8 days | $1,175–$1,7002,100 mi · 5–8 days |
A pickup or delivery far from these metros usually adds $75–$150. Quotes move with fuel prices and truck space, so treat these as a yardstick. Price your own addresses →
By vehicle
Price by vehicle type
Phoenix to Miami, 2,340 miles. Bigger and heavier vehicles take more room and weight on the trailer, so they cost more.
| Vehicle | Open carrier | Enclosed |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan or small car | $1,250–$1,800 | $1,875–$2,700 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,400–$2,025 | $2,100–$3,025 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,575–$2,250 | $2,350–$3,375 |
| Pickup truck | $1,625–$2,350 | $2,450–$3,500 |
| Motorcycle | $750–$1,075 | $1,125–$1,625 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in June–August (the summer moving peak), running about 8% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Arizona to Florida is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,525 Peak: about $1,650
About this route
Why so many cars go from Arizona to Florida
About 8,808 people moved from Arizona to Florida in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (8,361 in 2023, 9,255 in 2024). That is 4.7% of everyone who left Arizona for another state, making Florida its #5 destination.
Traffic runs both ways — about 9,846 people a year move from Florida back to Arizona — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,525, shipping from Arizona to Florida costs more than sending a car to North Carolina ($1,450) and Michigan ($1,400) but less than to New York ($1,600). That works out to about 65¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
Count on 5–9 days on the truck for the 2,340 road miles from Phoenix to Miami — federal rules cap drivers at 11 hours a day behind the wheel, and a full carrier makes several stops on the way. The car heads east and crosses 2 time zones — from Mountain to Eastern time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
On the road
- Trucks usually take the southern route across the desert Southwest, which stays open all winter — one reason this lane runs on schedule year-round.
- Hurricane season (June–November) occasionally delays Gulf and Atlantic coast deliveries; carriers will reschedule rather than drive into a storm.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Arizona and Florida, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Arizona
41 companies based in Arizona: 30 carriers, 5 brokers, 154 trucks in total, 13 years in business on average.
- Motor Car Auto Carriers Inc Glendal · 45 trucks · since 2000 · USDOT 915692
- Auto-Matic Auto Carriers LLC Tucson · 23 trucks · since 2009 · USDOT 1965940
- J&S Transportation Tucson · 14 trucks · since 2000 · USDOT 911585
- Zemo Auto Transport LLC Peoria · 6 trucks · since 2015 · USDOT 2781497
- J & J Auto Transport LLC Litchfield Park · 5 trucks · since 2019 · USDOT 3244816
Delivery end Florida
218 companies based in Florida: 187 carriers, 18 brokers, 1,227 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Centurion Auto Transport Jacksonville · 239 trucks · since 1992 · USDOT 471614
- Vision Auto Transport Inc Miami · 95 trucks · since 2011 · USDOT 2257988
- Masney Auto Transport Inc Winter Garden · 89 trucks · since 1988 · USDOT 326786
- Cfy Auto Transport Corp Miami · 50 trucks · since 2016 · USDOT 2841696
- Auto Carrier Express Inc Jacksonville · 48 trucks · since 1998 · USDOT 766895
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Arizona to Florida car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Florida's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Arizona to Florida?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,250–$1,800 from Phoenix to Miami (2,340 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,150–$1,875. An SUV costs about $1,400–$2,025, a pickup $1,625–$2,350, and an enclosed trailer $1,875–$2,700 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Arizona to Florida?
Transit is usually 5–9 days after pickup for the 2,340-mile trip from Phoenix to Miami. The wait for pickup is separate: typically 1–5 days, or 1–2 days if you pay about 30% more for expedited service.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Arizona to Florida?
January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. If you must ship in peak months, book three to four weeks ahead.
How soon do I have to register my car in Florida after moving?
Florida requires new residents to register within 10 days of becoming a resident. Buy Florida insurance first — the 10 days count from the day you establish residency, such as starting a job or enrolling children in school.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Arizona to Florida?
Driving 2,340 miles takes about 5 days: roughly $300 in gas and 4 nights of hotels and meals (about $560). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,250–$1,800. Add wear on the car and 5 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Arizona to Florida?
Our directory lists 41 companies based in Arizona and 218 based in Florida, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.