Route guide · NV → FL
Shipping a car from Nevada to Florida
Shipping a running sedan from Las Vegas to Miami costs about $1,325–$1,900 on an open carrier and $2,000–$2,850 in an enclosed trailer, with 6–9 days in transit. It ranks #135 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,625
- Road miles
- 2,580
- Days in transit
- 6–9
- People moving a year
- 7.5K
- Companies at both ends
- 230
City to city
What it costs between Nevada and Florida cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Las Vegas, Reno, Mesquite and Elko and Miami, Orlando, Jacksonville and Tampa — 2,260 to 2,910 road miles apart.
| From | Miami | Orlando | Jacksonville | Tampa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | $1,325–$1,9002,580 mi · 6–9 days | $1,275–$1,8252,410 mi · 5–9 days | $1,250–$1,8002,330 mi · 5–9 days | $1,250–$1,8002,350 mi · 5–9 days |
| Reno | $1,425–$2,0502,910 mi · 6–10 days | $1,375–$1,9752,740 mi · 6–10 days | $1,350–$1,9252,640 mi · 6–9 days | $1,375–$1,9502,680 mi · 6–10 days |
| Mesquite | $1,300–$1,8752,510 mi · 6–9 days | $1,250–$1,8002,350 mi · 5–9 days | $1,225–$1,7752,260 mi · 5–8 days | $1,250–$1,7752,280 mi · 5–8 days |
| Elko | $1,375–$1,9502,690 mi · 6–10 days | $1,300–$1,8752,510 mi · 6–9 days | $1,275–$1,8252,400 mi · 5–9 days | $1,300–$1,8502,450 mi · 5–9 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
Las Vegas to Miami, 2,580 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 | $1,325–$1,900 | $2,000–$2,850 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,500–$2,125 | $2,225–$3,200 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,675–$2,375 | $2,500–$3,575 |
| Pickup truck | $1,725–$2,475 | $2,600–$3,700 |
| Motorcycle | $800–$1,150 | $1,200–$1,725 |
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 Nevada to Florida is February–May and September.
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- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,625 Peak: about $1,950
About this route
Why so many cars go from Nevada to Florida
About 7,485 people moved from Nevada to Florida in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5,632 in 2023, 9,338 in 2024). That is 7.7% of everyone who left Nevada for another state, making Florida its #2 destination.
Traffic runs both ways — about 6,114 people a year move from Florida back to Nevada — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,625, shipping from Nevada to Florida is among the most expensive routes out of Nevada; Texas ($1,150) cost less. That works out to about 63¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
Las Vegas to Miami runs about 2,580 road miles. With drivers limited to 11 hours of driving a day and stops for other cars on the load, that is 6–9 days on the truck. The car heads east and crosses 3 time zones — from Pacific 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 Nevada and Florida, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Nevada
12 companies based in Nevada: 12 carriers, 0 brokers, 38 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Jes Auto Trans Inc Las Vegas · 8 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4158317
- Liberty Auto Carriers LLC Las Vegas · 8 trucks · since 2018 · USDOT 3181148
- Ady Transport LLC Las Vegas · 3 trucks · since 2014 · USDOT 2546650
- Redline Transport LLC Las Vegas · 3 trucks · since 2015 · USDOT 2726702
- 3JS Auto Transport LLC Las Vegas · 2 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4021252
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
Nevada 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 Nevada to Florida?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,325–$1,900 from Las Vegas to Miami (2,580 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,225–$2,050. An SUV costs about $1,500–$2,125, a pickup $1,725–$2,475, and an enclosed trailer $2,000–$2,850 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Nevada to Florida?
Transit is usually 6–9 days after pickup for the 2,580-mile trip from Las Vegas to Miami. 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 Nevada to Florida?
February–May and September is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 20% more. In any month, giving the carrier a wide pickup window lowers the quote.
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 Nevada to Florida?
Driving 2,580 miles takes about 6 days: roughly $330 in gas and 5 nights of hotels and meals (about $700). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,325–$1,900. Add wear on the car and 6 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Nevada to Florida?
Our directory lists 12 companies based in Nevada and 218 based in Florida, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.