Route guide · FL → PA
Shipping a car from Florida to Pennsylvania
Shipping a running sedan from Miami to Philadelphia costs about $925–$1,325 on an open carrier and $1,400–$2,000 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–5 days in transit. It ranks #19 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,125
- Road miles
- 1,210
- Days in transit
- 3–5
- People moving a year
- 19.2K
- Companies at both ends
- 356
City to city
What it costs between Florida and Pennsylvania cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Miami, Orlando, Jacksonville and Tampa and Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown and Erie — 830 to 1,330 road miles apart.
| From | Philadelphia | Pittsburgh | Allentown | Erie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | $925–$1,3251,210 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,200 mi · 3–5 days | $950–$1,3501,250 mi · 3–5 days | $975–$1,3751,330 mi · 3–6 days |
| Orlando | $850–$1,2501,030 mi · 3–5 days | $850–$1,250980 mi · 2–4 days | $875–$1,2751,070 mi · 3–5 days | $900–$1,3001,120 mi · 3–5 days |
| Jacksonville | $800–$1,200900 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175830 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days | $850–$1,250970 mi · 2–4 days |
| Tampa | $900–$1,3001,100 mi · 3–5 days | $850–$1,2501,030 mi · 3–5 days | $900–$1,3001,130 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,160 mi · 3–5 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 Philadelphia, 1,210 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 | $925–$1,325 | $1,400–$2,000 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,050–$1,500 | $1,575–$2,250 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,175–$1,675 | $1,750–$2,500 |
| Pickup truck | $1,225–$1,725 | $1,825–$2,600 |
| Motorcycle | $550–$800 | $850–$1,200 |
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 Pennsylvania is January–February and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,125 Peak: about $1,300
About this route
Why so many cars go from Florida to Pennsylvania
About 19,230 people moved from Florida to Pennsylvania in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (13,412 in 2023, 25,048 in 2024). That is 3.8% of everyone who left Florida for another state.
This is the lighter direction: about 30,650 people a year move Pennsylvania to Florida. Carriers that bring cars into Florida need loads back toward Pennsylvania, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,125, shipping from Florida to Pennsylvania costs more than sending a car to Maryland ($1,100) and Arkansas ($1,100) but less than to Texas ($1,175) and New York ($1,175). That works out to about 93¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Expect about 1,210 road miles from Miami to Philadelphia — 3–5 days on the truck after pickup. Carriers usually load several cars before heading out, so the pickup window matters as much as transit time. The car heads north-northeast 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 Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania
138 companies based in Pennsylvania: 128 carriers, 9 brokers, 899 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Brothers Auto Transport LLC Wind Gap · 92 trucks · since 1995 · USDOT 621208
- Adcock Transport Manheim · 85 trucks · since 1993 · USDOT 540755
- Rafael Auto Transport LLC Oakdale · 77 trucks · since 2021 · USDOT 3677616
- McGann & Chester Towing and Heavy Duty Pittsburgh · 61 trucks · since 1986 · USDOT 279905
- Fine Line Transportation LLC Lititz · 54 trucks · since 2011 · USDOT 2136888
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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FAQ
Florida to Pennsylvania car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Pennsylvania's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Florida to Pennsylvania?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $925–$1,325 from Miami to Philadelphia (1,210 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $775–$1,375. An SUV costs about $1,050–$1,500, a pickup $1,225–$1,725, and an enclosed trailer $1,400–$2,000 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Florida to Pennsylvania?
Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,210-mile trip from Miami to Philadelphia. Getting the car picked up takes another 1–5 days on a standard booking; expedited pickup within 1–2 days costs about 30% more.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Florida to Pennsylvania?
January–February and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in March–May, up to about 15% more. Whatever the month, a flexible pickup date booked 2–3 weeks out gets the best price.
How soon do I have to register my car in Pennsylvania after moving?
Pennsylvania requires new residents to register within 20 days of becoming a resident. Apply with form MV-1 through a notary or tag agent, then pass a Pennsylvania safety inspection within 10 days.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Florida to Pennsylvania?
Driving 1,210 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $150 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $925–$1,325. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Florida to Pennsylvania?
Our directory lists 218 companies based in Florida and 138 based in Pennsylvania, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.