Route guide · KY → FL
Shipping a car from Kentucky to Florida
Shipping a running sedan from Louisville/Jefferson County metro government to Miami 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 #133 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
- 9.6K
- Companies at both ends
- 225
City to city
What it costs between Kentucky and Florida cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Louisville/Jefferson County metro government, Lexington-Fayette, Bowling Green and Owensboro and Miami, Orlando, Jacksonville and Tampa — 630 to 1,090 road miles apart.
| From | Miami | Orlando | Jacksonville | Tampa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County metro government | $875–$1,2751,080 mi · 3–5 days | $800–$1,200850 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125690 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200860 mi · 2–4 days |
| Lexington-Fayette | $875–$1,2751,040 mi · 3–5 days | $775–$1,175810 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,100660 mi · 2–3 days | $775–$1,175830 mi · 2–4 days |
| Bowling Green | $850–$1,2501,010 mi · 3–5 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,075630 mi · 2–3 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days |
| Owensboro | $875–$1,2751,090 mi · 3–5 days | $800–$1,200860 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125710 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
Louisville/Jefferson County metro government to Miami, 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 December (snowbird season, when retirees ship cars south for the winter and the holidays), running about 20% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Kentucky to Florida is February–May and September.
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Cheapest: about $1,075 Peak: about $1,300
About this route
Why so many cars go from Kentucky to Florida
About 9,593 people moved from Kentucky to Florida in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (9,814 in 2023, 9,372 in 2024). That is 10.9% of everyone who left Kentucky for another state, making Florida its #3 destination.
Only about 6,284 people a year go back from Florida to Kentucky, so demand here is mostly one-way. With trucks toward Florida in steady demand, expect quick pickups and little room to haggle.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,075, shipping from Kentucky to Florida is among the most expensive routes out of Kentucky; Texas ($1,000) cost less. That works out to about 100¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Your car spends 3–5 days on the road for the roughly 1,080 miles from Louisville/Jefferson County metro government to Miami, after a pickup window of a few days while the carrier assembles a full load. The car heads south-southeast 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 Kentucky and Florida, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup 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
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
Kentucky 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 Kentucky to Florida?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $875–$1,275 from Louisville/Jefferson County metro government to Miami (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 Kentucky to Florida?
Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,080-mile trip from Louisville/Jefferson County metro government 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 Kentucky to Florida?
February–May and September is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 20% 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 Kentucky to Florida?
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 Kentucky to Florida?
Our directory lists 7 companies based in Kentucky and 218 based in Florida, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.