Route guide · FL → KY
Shipping a car from Florida to Kentucky
Shipping a running sedan from Miami to Louisville/Jefferson County metro government costs about $875–$1,275 on an open carrier and $1,325–$1,925 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–5 days in transit. It ranks #202 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,075
- Road miles
- 1,080
- Days in transit
- 3–5
- People moving a year
- 6.3K
- Companies at both ends
- 225
City to city
What it costs between Florida and Kentucky cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Miami, Orlando, Jacksonville and Tampa and Louisville/Jefferson County metro government, Lexington-Fayette, Bowling Green and Owensboro — 630 to 1,090 road miles apart.
| From | Louisville/Jefferson County metro government | Lexington-Fayette | Bowling Green | Owensboro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | $875–$1,2751,080 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,040 mi · 3–5 days | $850–$1,2501,010 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,090 mi · 3–5 days |
| Orlando | $800–$1,200850 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175810 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200860 mi · 2–4 days |
| Jacksonville | $725–$1,125690 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,100660 mi · 2–3 days | $700–$1,075630 mi · 2–3 days | $725–$1,125710 mi · 2–4 days |
| Tampa | $800–$1,200860 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175830 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200860 mi · 2–4 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
Miami to Louisville/Jefferson County metro government, 1,080 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 | $875–$1,275 | $1,325–$1,925 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,000–$1,425 | $1,475–$2,150 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,100–$1,600 | $1,650–$2,400 |
| Pickup truck | $1,150–$1,675 | $1,725–$2,500 |
| Motorcycle | $525–$775 | $800–$1,150 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in March–May (snowbird season, when retirees ship cars back north for the summer), running about 15% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Florida to Kentucky is January–February and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,075 Peak: about $1,250
About this route
Why so many cars go from Florida to Kentucky
About 6,285 people moved from Florida to Kentucky in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5,243 in 2023, 7,326 in 2024). That is 1.2% of everyone who left Florida for another state.
This is the lighter direction: about 9,593 people a year move Kentucky to Florida. Carriers that bring cars into Florida need loads back toward Kentucky, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,075, shipping from Florida to Kentucky costs more than sending a car to Virginia ($1,025) and Tennessee ($1,025) but less than to Maryland ($1,100) and Arkansas ($1,100). That works out to about 100¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Miami to Louisville/Jefferson County metro government is about 1,080 road miles, or 3–5 days on a car carrier. Most of the wait is before pickup, while the driver fills the trailer. The car heads north-northwest and stays on Eastern time the whole way.
On the road
- 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 Florida and Kentucky, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup 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
Delivery end Kentucky
7 companies based in Kentucky: 7 carriers, 0 brokers, 26 trucks in total, 11 years in business on average.
- D F Trucking Inc Somerset · 7 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2376020
- LJS Transport LLC Mayfield · 6 trucks · since 2018 · USDOT 3209842
- Bonsai Auto Transport LLC Lexington · 4 trucks · since 2010 · USDOT 2106813
- S & A Transportation LLC Louisville · 3 trucks · since 2020 · USDOT 3484376
- Accelerated Transport LLC Richmond · 2 trucks · since 2012 · USDOT 2336415
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Florida to Kentucky car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Kentucky's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Florida to Kentucky?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $875–$1,275 from Miami to Louisville/Jefferson County metro government (1,080 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $700–$1,275. An SUV costs about $1,000–$1,425, a pickup $1,150–$1,675, and an enclosed trailer $1,325–$1,925 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Florida to Kentucky?
Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,080-mile trip from Miami to Louisville/Jefferson County metro government. Before that, allow 1–5 days for a carrier to be assigned — or pay roughly 30% extra to have it collected within 48 hours.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Florida to Kentucky?
January–February and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in March–May, up to about 15% more. In any month, giving the carrier a wide pickup window lowers the quote.
How soon do I have to register my car in Kentucky after moving?
Kentucky requires new residents to register within 15 days of becoming a resident. Take the car, title and Kentucky insurance to the county sheriff for an inspection, then register with the county clerk.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Florida to Kentucky?
Driving 1,080 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $140 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $875–$1,275. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Florida to Kentucky?
Our directory lists 218 companies based in Florida and 7 based in Kentucky, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.