Route guide · NJ → FL
Shipping a car from New Jersey to Florida
Shipping a running sedan from Newark to Miami costs about $950–$1,375 on an open carrier and $1,450–$2,050 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–5 days in transit. It ranks #7 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,175
- Road miles
- 1,290
- Days in transit
- 3–5
- People moving a year
- 27.9K
- Companies at both ends
- 272
City to city
What it costs between New Jersey and Florida cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Newark, Trenton, Vineland and Phillipsburg and Miami, Orlando, Jacksonville and Tampa — 870 to 1,290 road miles apart.
| From | Miami | Orlando | Jacksonville | Tampa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | $950–$1,3751,290 mi · 3–5 days | $900–$1,3001,110 mi · 3–5 days | $850–$1,250980 mi · 2–4 days | $925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days |
| Trenton | $950–$1,3501,230 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,060 mi · 3–5 days | $825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days | $900–$1,3001,130 mi · 3–5 days |
| Vineland | $925–$1,3251,170 mi · 3–5 days | $850–$1,2501,000 mi · 2–5 days | $800–$1,200870 mi · 2–4 days | $875–$1,2751,060 mi · 3–5 days |
| Phillipsburg | $950–$1,3501,260 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,080 mi · 3–5 days | $825–$1,225950 mi · 2–4 days | $900–$1,3001,150 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
Newark to Miami, 1,290 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 | $950–$1,375 | $1,450–$2,050 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,075–$1,525 | $1,625–$2,300 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,200–$1,700 | $1,800–$2,550 |
| Pickup truck | $1,250–$1,775 | $1,875–$2,675 |
| Motorcycle | $575–$825 | $875–$1,225 |
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 New Jersey to Florida is February–May and September.
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- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,175 Peak: about $1,400
About this route
Why so many cars go from New Jersey to Florida
About 27,936 people moved from New Jersey to Florida in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (33,226 in 2023, 22,646 in 2024). That is 12.7% of everyone who left New Jersey for another state, making Florida its #3 destination.
Far fewer people make the reverse move — about 10,878 a year from Florida to New Jersey. Carriers bound for Florida rarely run empty, which keeps pickups quick but prices firm.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,175, shipping from New Jersey to Florida costs more than sending a car to Georgia ($1,000) but less than to Texas ($1,275) and California ($1,725). That works out to about 91¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Newark to Miami is about 1,290 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 south-southwest 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 New Jersey and Florida, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end New Jersey
54 companies based in New Jersey: 54 carriers, 0 brokers, 490 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Allstate Auto Transport and Shipping LLC Deal · 293 trucks · since 2009 · USDOT 1873567
- KK Car Transporter Corp Middlesex · 26 trucks · since 2024 · USDOT 4222750
- LGL Trucking Services LLC Kearny · 8 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 3018278
- VS Transit LLC Toms River · 8 trucks · since 2022 · USDOT 3997984
- Master Auto Transport LLC Perth Amboy · 7 trucks · since 2010 · USDOT 2032418
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
New Jersey 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 New Jersey to Florida?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $950–$1,375 from Newark to Miami (1,290 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $800–$1,375. An SUV costs about $1,075–$1,525, a pickup $1,250–$1,775, and an enclosed trailer $1,450–$2,050 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from New Jersey to Florida?
Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,290-mile trip from Newark 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey to Florida?
Driving 1,290 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $170 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $950–$1,375. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from New Jersey to Florida?
Our directory lists 54 companies based in New Jersey and 218 based in Florida, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.