Florida Car Shipping

Shipping a car to Florida for the winter, or back north for the summer? Day to Day Auto Transport ships cars and motorcycles to and from Florida, across the U.S.

Call (305) 506-8675

Snowbird car shipping

Short answer: Day to Day Auto Transport is a Miami-based auto transport company that ships cars and motorcycles to and from Florida on open or enclosed carriers. We help snowbirds, people moving to or from Florida, and buyers of out-of-state cars. Call (305) 506-8675 for a quote.

Florida is one of the busiest states in the country for car shipping. Every fall, cars head south on I-95 and I-75 for the winter. Every spring, many of them head back north. In between, people move here for work, retire here, buy cars online, and send cars to family in other states.

Who ships cars to and from Florida?

Snowbirds who spend the winter in Florida and the summer up north.
People moving to Florida, or leaving it, who would rather fly than drive two days.
Car buyers who found the right car in another state.
College students and their families, at the start or end of a school year.
Collectors who bring classic cars to Florida for the winter season.

Snowbird car shipping: when is the busy season?

Snowbird traffic follows the weather. Cars usually head south to Florida in the fall and early winter, often from October through December. They head back north in the spring, often from March through May. These weeks are the busiest on Florida routes, so booking early helps.

Snowbirds often ship a car both ways each year. If that is your plan, call (305) 506-8675 and tell us both trips, so you can plan the fall and the spring with one phone call.

What are the most popular Florida car shipping routes?

Many Florida trips run up and down I-95 to the Carolinas, Virginia, Maryland and the Northeast. Others go north on I-75 toward the Midwest, or west on I-10 toward Texas and the Southwest. These are some of the routes Florida drivers search for most:

Open or enclosed transport for Florida trips?

Most Florida trips use open car transport, the most affordable option. Choose enclosed car transport for classic, luxury, new or low cars, or if you want the car covered during Florida’s summer storms and northern winter roads.

What should Florida drivers know before shipping a car?

Toll transponders. Remove your SunPass or other transponder, so you are not charged for tolls along the route.
Hurricane season. From June through November, storms can affect schedules in Florida. Keep your dates a little flexible in late summer and early fall.
Pickup spot. Large carriers need room. In parts of Miami Beach, Brickell and other dense areas, the driver may ask to meet at a nearby open lot.
Car registration. If you are moving to Florida, you will need to register the car in Florida after it arrives. Check the official Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website for the steps.

How do I get my car ready to ship from Florida?

Wash the car and take clear photos of every side.
Remove personal items, loose parts and your SunPass.
Leave about a quarter tank of gas.
Tell us about leaks, low clearance or anything that does not work.
Hand over one set of keys at pickup.

How much does it cost to ship a car to or from Florida?

The price depends on the distance and route, open or enclosed transport, the size of the vehicle, whether it runs, and the season. Snowbird weeks are busier. We don’t list prices online. Call (305) 506-8675 for a quote, or read our guide to car shipping cost.

Where in Florida do we pick up and deliver?

Day to Day Auto Transport is based in Miami, and we ship cars to and from locations across Florida. Common pickup and delivery areas include Miami and Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Naples and Fort Myers on the Gulf side, and Orlando, Tampa and Jacksonville further north. If your Florida address is on a narrow street or inside a gated community, the driver may ask to meet at a nearby open lot.

Moving to Florida? A quick checklist for your car

Book the car shipment early, especially if you move in the fall.
Remove toll transponders from your old state, then set up a SunPass after you arrive if you want one.
Keep copies of your title and registration handy.
After the car arrives, follow the official Florida steps to title and register it in Florida.
Update your car insurance with your new Florida address.

Leaving Florida? What to know

If you are moving out of Florida, remove your SunPass before pickup and plan ahead for registration in your new state. If the car is heading somewhere cold, check the battery, wipers and tires so it is ready for winter roads when it arrives.

What happens on pickup day?

The driver walks around the car with you, notes its condition on the inspection report, loads it and straps it down. You keep your copy of the report and compare it with the car at delivery.

Frequently asked questions

When should snowbirds book car shipping?

Book as early as you can before the busy fall and spring weeks. Call (305) 506-8675 with your dates.

Can you ship my car to Florida and back north later?

Yes. Many snowbirds ship both ways. Tell us both trips when you call.

Do you ship cars into Miami from other states?

Yes. We ship cars and motorcycles into Miami and South Florida from other states, as well as out of Florida.

Should I remove my SunPass before shipping?

Yes. Remove it so it does not pick up tolls while the car is on the carrier.

Can hurricane season affect car shipping?

Storms can affect road conditions and schedules in Florida from June through November. We will keep you informed if anything changes.

Ship your car to or from Florida

Call Day to Day Auto Transport for a Florida car shipping quote. Tell us the car, both cities and your dates.