Florida to New Jersey Car Shipping
Florida to New Jersey car shipping, door to door: about 1,200 miles and typically 3 to 5 days. Fully licensed, insured carriers and one transparent, all-in price, with $0 due until a carrier is assigned.
The Florida to New Jersey lane
Florida to New Jersey is the spring return of one of the busiest East Coast snowbird lanes, moving cars from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa and Naples back to Newark, Jersey City and the Shore. Northbound volume climbs every April and May.
Shipping the other way? This page covers Florida to New Jersey. For the return leg, see New Jersey to Florida car shipping, which is priced and scheduled separately. This direction peaks in spring, roughly March and April, as seasonal residents head back north, which is the window where trucks and pricing tighten most.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Florida to New Jersey?
Shipping a car from Florida to New Jersey typically costs $960 to $1,100 all-in for an open, operable sedan, or roughly $1,344 to $1,540 for enclosed transport. The route is about 1,200 miles and takes 3 to 5 days. SUVs, trucks, larger vehicles and peak season run higher.
| Route specifications | Details & pricing |
|---|---|
| Distance | ~1,200 miles |
| Typical transit | 3 to 5 days |
| Open transport (sedan) | $960 to $1,100 |
| Enclosed transport | $1,344 to $1,540 |
| Upfront deposit required | $0 |
Popular Florida to New Jersey city pairs
| Route | Distance | Open transport | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL → Newark, NJ | ~1,300 mi | $1,040 to $1,200 | 3 to 5 days |
| Orlando, FL → Newark, NJ | ~1,100 mi | $920 to $1,060 | 3 to 5 days |
| Miami, FL → Jersey City, NJ | ~1,300 mi | $1,040 to $1,200 | 3 to 5 days |
| Tampa, FL → Newark, NJ | ~1,175 mi | $940 to $1,080 | 3 to 5 days |
| Orlando, FL → Jersey City, NJ | ~1,100 mi | $920 to $1,060 | 3 to 5 days |
| Jacksonville, FL → Jersey City, NJ | ~975 mi | $900 to $1,030 | 2 to 4 days |
How long does Florida to New Jersey shipping take?
Plan on 3 to 5 days in transit once your vehicle is picked up. Pickup is normally scheduled within one to five days of booking, and you receive real-time updates at every milestone, door to door.
This is a straight I-95 run up the Atlantic seaboard through the Carolinas, Virginia, Maryland and Delaware into New Jersey, about three to five days. Book two to three weeks ahead during the return rush for the best rate. Clear EZ-Pass and toll transponders before pickup so the carrier is not billed at I-95 toll points.
Florida to New Jersey shipping in 3 steps
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3. Door-to-door delivery
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to ship a car from Florida to New Jersey?
For an open, operable sedan, the Florida to New Jersey lane typically runs $960 to $1,100 all-in. Larger vehicles, enclosed transport, and peak season cost more. Your exact, all-in price is on our instant quote, with no phone call required.
How long does Florida to New Jersey car shipping take?
About 3 to 5 days in transit once the carrier picks up, and pickup is usually scheduled within one to five days of booking. You get real-time updates at every milestone.
Is it worth shipping a car 1,200 miles from Florida to New Jersey?
For most people, yes. Two to three days of driving plus fuel, a hotel and the mileage you would add to the car usually lands close to the shipping cost, and you keep your own time. It is a straightforward comparison once you have the all-in number.
When is the best time of year to ship a car from Florida to New Jersey?
This is a seasonal corridor. Southbound demand peaks from October through December and reverses in March and April as snowbird traffic moves, which tightens both trucks and pricing in those windows. Late January to February and mid-September to mid-October are the calmer, cheaper stretches.
How do I prepare my car for the Florida to New Jersey trip?
Wash it so existing marks are visible, photograph every panel and the odometer, and leave about a quarter tank of fuel. Remove toll tags, loose items and anything fragile, fold in racks and antennas, note any leaks or quirks for the driver, and have a spare key ready. The pickup inspection goes on the Bill of Lading and is your record if you ever need to claim.
What paperwork do I need to ship a car from Florida to New Jersey?
For a domestic move you do not hand over the title. You or a trusted adult signs the Bill of Lading at pickup and again at delivery, and the driver checks photo ID and keys. If the car is coming from a dealer or auction we arrange the gate release, and if someone else is releasing or receiving it, tell us their name and number in advance.
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