Route guide · WA → FL
Shipping a car from Washington to Florida
Shipping a running sedan from Seattle to Miami costs about $1,525–$2,175 on an open carrier and $2,300–$3,250 in an enclosed trailer, with 7–11 days in transit. It ranks #88 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,850
- Road miles
- 3,220
- Days in transit
- 7–11
- People moving a year
- 9.8K
- Companies at both ends
- 254
City to city
What it costs between Washington and Florida cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Seattle, Spokane, Vancouver and Yakima and Miami, Orlando, Jacksonville and Tampa — 2,640 to 3,220 road miles apart.
| From | Miami | Orlando | Jacksonville | Tampa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $1,525–$2,1753,220 mi · 7–11 days | $1,475–$2,1003,020 mi · 7–11 days | $1,425–$2,0252,890 mi · 6–10 days | $1,450–$2,0752,980 mi · 6–11 days |
| Spokane | $1,450–$2,0752,970 mi · 6–10 days | $1,400–$1,9752,770 mi · 6–10 days | $1,350–$1,9252,640 mi · 6–9 days | $1,375–$1,9752,730 mi · 6–10 days |
| Vancouver | $1,525–$2,1503,190 mi · 7–11 days | $1,450–$2,0752,990 mi · 6–11 days | $1,425–$2,0252,870 mi · 6–10 days | $1,450–$2,0502,950 mi · 6–10 days |
| Yakima | $1,500–$2,1253,100 mi · 7–11 days | $1,425–$2,0502,900 mi · 6–10 days | $1,400–$2,0002,780 mi · 6–10 days | $1,425–$2,0252,860 mi · 6–10 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
Seattle to Miami, 3,220 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 | $1,525–$2,175 | $2,300–$3,250 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,700–$2,425 | $2,575–$3,650 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,900–$2,700 | $2,850–$4,075 |
| Pickup truck | $1,975–$2,825 | $2,975–$4,225 |
| Motorcycle | $925–$1,300 | $1,375–$1,950 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in December (snowbird season, when retirees ship cars south for the winter, the holidays and winter weather up north), running about 25% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Washington to Florida is March–May and September.
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Cheapest: about $1,850 Peak: about $2,300
About this route
Why so many cars go from Washington to Florida
About 9,792 people moved from Washington to Florida in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (9,009 in 2023, 10,574 in 2024). That is 4.7% of everyone who left Washington for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 7,802 people a year move from Florida back to Washington — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,850, shipping from Washington to Florida is among the most expensive routes out of Washington; New York ($1,725) and Georgia ($1,625) cost less. That works out to about 57¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.
Distance and transit time
At roughly 3,220 road miles, Seattle to Miami is a cross-country haul. Federal hours-of-service rules cap truck drivers at 11 hours behind the wheel a day, so plan on 7–11 days in transit once the car is loaded. The car heads east-southeast 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
- The route crosses mountain passes in the West; from November to March, snow and chain laws can hold trucks for a day or two.
- Winter storms in Washington can slow pickups and deliveries in December through February — leave slack in your schedule.
- 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 Washington and Florida, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Washington
36 companies based in Washington: 36 carriers, 0 brokers, 237 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Diesel Auto Express Vancouver · 97 trucks · since 2009 · USDOT 1885300
- DC Trucking Enumclaw · 30 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 3001374
- U Save Auto Transport LLC Moxee · 8 trucks · since 2007 · USDOT 1625792
- DC Auto Carrier LLC Bonney Lake · 7 trucks · since 2022 · USDOT 3871099
- Advanced Auto Transport LLC Kelso · 6 trucks · since 2016 · USDOT 2943372
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
Washington 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 Washington to Florida?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,525–$2,175 from Seattle to Miami (3,220 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,350–$2,175. An SUV costs about $1,700–$2,425, a pickup $1,975–$2,825, and an enclosed trailer $2,300–$3,250 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Washington to Florida?
Transit is usually 7–11 days after pickup for the 3,220-mile trip from Seattle to Miami. 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 Washington to Florida?
March–May and September is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 25% 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 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 Washington to Florida?
Driving 3,220 miles takes about 7 days: roughly $410 in gas and 6 nights of hotels and meals (about $840). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,525–$2,175. Add wear on the car and 7 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Washington to Florida?
Our directory lists 36 companies based in Washington and 218 based in Florida, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.