New London is home to the only Coast Guard Academy in the United States, plus Naval Submarine Base New London (Groton) — and both send hundreds of PCS moves to Florida bases every year. Coast Guard Academy PCS car shipping from New London to FL bases runs $875-$1,175 for a sedan in 2026 with military discount applied, and the exact rate depends on which base you\'re reporting to. USCG Sector Miami runs $1,075-$1,275; Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base (Navy but partners with USCG) runs $825-$1,025 to Jacksonville area.
We book 30-plus USCG PCS car shipments per year from New London and Groton to Florida bases. Here\'s the exact 2026 playbook for Coast Guard PCS auto transport — the military discount, the PPM reimbursement math, and the FL base delivery patterns.
Coast Guard Academy PCS car shipping — 2026 rate breakdown
Rates by FL destination base, sedan open transport, with military discount applied:
| Destination base | Rate range | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| Kings Bay Naval Sub Base (USCG partnership units) | $825-$1,025 | 2-3 days |
| NAS Jacksonville (Navy JAX, USCG affiliation) | $875-$1,075 | 2-3 days |
| Naval Station Mayport (Jacksonville area) | $875-$1,075 | 2-3 days |
| USCG Air Station Clearwater | $975-$1,175 | 3-4 days |
| USCG Sector Miami / Air Station Miami | $1,075-$1,275 | 4-5 days |
| USCG Sector Key West | $1,125-$1,325 | 4-5 days |
| USCG Sector St. Petersburg | $1,000-$1,200 | 3-4 days |
| NAS Pensacola (occasional USCG assignment) | $1,150-$1,350 | 4-5 days |
Military discount: 5-8% off standard rates applies to active USCG, US Navy, Coast Guard Academy cadets/graduates, and dependents with orders documentation. Priority pickup: 1-2 day windows vs standard 2-4 days.
New London PCS car shipping — the military discount structure
Standard military discount structure on the CT-to-FL corridor:
- Base military discount: 5% off standard rates for active duty with orders
- Multi-vehicle household discount: Additional 5-8% when shipping 2 vehicles from same origin to same destination
- Priority pickup: 1-2 day windows vs standard 2-4 days (no charge)
- Orders-based expedited processing: Emergency PCS bookings prioritized in the carrier queue
- Federal insurance minimum: $100,000 cargo (standard) — enhanced coverage available for higher-value vehicles
USCG PCS transport — the DoD PPM reimbursement math
The Personally Procured Move (PPM) program, formerly Do-It-Yourself (DITY), reimburses military members who arrange their own vehicle transport rather than using government-arranged movers. The math often works in your favor:
- Government reimbursement rate: Set by DoD based on distance and weight. Currently ~$0.15-$0.18 per pound-mile for standard vehicles.
- New London to Miami reimbursement estimate: $1,500-$1,700 for a 3,500-lb sedan (based on ~1,300 miles).
- Actual shipping cost: $1,075-$1,275 with military discount.
- Your PPM incentive: $200-$625 difference paid to you as compensation for arranging your own move.
Documentation required: DA Form 31 (leave papers), PCS orders, DD-1750 (PPM claim), and paid receipts. Submit through your finance office within 60 days of move completion.
CGA cadet car shipping — the graduation timing pattern
Coast Guard Academy commissions Ensigns each May. First-tour PCS orders typically arrive 30-60 days before graduation. Most first assignments run to sea (afloat) but shore assignments exist:
- Sector Miami: Common first-tour shore assignment. Downtown Miami headquarters.
- Air Station Miami (Opa-Locka): Aviation-track officers.
- Sector Key West: Small-boat station and law enforcement focus.
- Sector Jacksonville: Regional command covering north Florida.
- Air Station Clearwater: Aviation and helicopter operations.
- Kings Bay (with Navy): Nuclear submarine partnership operations.
For May-June graduates: ship car by mid-May for July-August report dates. Book pickup 4-6 weeks before graduation to lock rates and priority pickup.
Sub Base New London (Groton) — the Navy submarine PCS pattern
Naval Submarine Base New London at Groton is the largest sub base on the East Coast. USS Providence, USS Springfield, USS Hartford, and other submarines are homeported here. Typical PCS destinations for Groton Navy personnel:
- Kings Bay (King Bay Naval Submarine Base): Ballistic missile sub base south of Jacksonville. Common transfer for submarine crews.
- Naval Station Mayport (Jacksonville area): Frigate and destroyer homeport. Surface warfare transfers.
- NAS Jacksonville: P-8A Poseidon patrol operations. Anti-submarine warfare community.
- NAS Pensacola: Training command. Naval flight officer schools.
- Naval Air Station Whiting Field (Milton FL): Naval helicopter training.
New London to Florida base — dependent car shipping
Military spouses and dependents typically ship separately from the service member. Common pattern:
- Service member ships first: Reports to FL base, secures housing, receives access documentation.
- Family ships 30-60 days later: After housing is secured. Household goods, spouse\'s car, teen vehicles.
- Both shipments qualify for military discount: Multi-vehicle discount applies when timed within 90 days of first shipment.
Dependents present the sponsor\'s orders and dependent ID at booking. Orders documentation covers the entire family for benefit purposes.
USCG PCS car shipping New London — expedited emergency PCS
Emergency PCS bookings (report date under 30 days) require expedited handling:
- Pickup window: 3-4 days vs standard 5-7
- Transit: 3-5 days (standard schedule)
- Expedited processing fee: $75-$150 above standard military rate
- Guaranteed delivery date: Available for additional $100-$200
We prioritize military emergency bookings in our carrier queue. Present orders and emergency PCS documentation at booking.
Coast Guard PCS car shipping — base delivery logistics
Standard base delivery process:
- Coordinate with base security prior to delivery. Provide bill of lading, orders, and delivery address (base housing or off-base residence).
- Carrier delivers to base entrance for gate security check. Sponsor or dependent meets carrier at gate.
- For on-base housing: delivery to specific housing address after gate check.
- For off-base housing: carrier delivers to residential address per bill of lading.
- Inspection at delivery — sign only after damage inspection agreement.
Most bases prefer 24-hour advance notice for commercial vehicle base access. We coordinate the notice with unit S-4 or base logistics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
New London to Florida base PCS shipping runs $875-$1,175 for a sedan with military discount applied. Kings Bay GA (nearest USCG partner base) runs $825-$1,025. Miami USCG Sector runs $1,075-$1,275. Miami Beach Coast Guard Air Station runs $1,075-$1,275. Enclosed adds $600-$800.
Yes. CGA graduates and USCG personnel with orders qualify for 5-8% military discount plus priority pickup (1-2 days vs standard 2-4 days). Present orders documentation and OP-1 form at booking to activate. Sub Base Groton Navy personnel qualify for the same discount structure.
Standard PCS documentation: DA Form 31 (leave papers), PCS orders, DD-1750 (Personally Procured Move claim form if using), and unit-specific orders documentation. We handle the transport paperwork; you handle the government reimbursement claim.
Yes. DoD Personally Procured Move (PPM) covers up to 2 privately owned vehicles for military members with dependents. Multi-vehicle discount (5-8% on top of military discount) applies when both pick up from New London or Groton and deliver to the same FL base area.
Transit runs 3-5 days once picked up. USCG Sector Miami: 4-5 days. Kings Bay GA (Navy but partners with USCG): 2-3 days. NAS Jacksonville: 2-3 days. Naval Station Mayport (Jacksonville area): 2-3 days. Coast Guard Air Station Miami: 4-5 days.
PCS orders often arrive 30-60 days before report date. That's tight for standard car shipping. We prioritize military bookings and can execute with 5-7 day pickup windows. Emergency PCS bookings (report date under 30 days) get expedited handling — usually 3-4 day pickup + 3-5 day transit.
Yes, through the DoD Personally Procured Move (PPM) program, formerly called DITY move. You pay the carrier, submit receipts and DD-1750, and receive reimbursement at the applicable government rate. Reimbursement often exceeds actual shipping cost — the difference is your PPM incentive payment.
Yes. Military dependents can ship vehicles separately with authorized transportation. Common pattern: officer relocates first with primary vehicle, dependents follow 30-60 days later with second vehicle. Both shipments qualify for military discount.
Kings Bay is a Navy Submarine Base that houses USCG partnership units. Rates and timing similar to Jacksonville-area destinations. Delivery to base housing requires unit contact confirmation and orders documentation at gate. We coordinate with unit S-4/logistics for smooth base delivery.
CGA graduates commissioned as Ensigns receive PCS orders to first duty station shortly after graduation. Typical FL destinations: Sector Miami, Sector Key West, Air Station Miami, Sector Jacksonville, Sector Charleston (SC border). Ship 30-45 days before your report date for best rates and priority pickup.