Florida to New York is the northbound side of the busiest snowbird route in the country. Each spring, thousands of seasonal residents send their cars back up to the New York area. So many trucks run this corridor that prices stay competitive — as long as you don't book into the spring rush at the last minute. Here's what the trip costs, how long it takes, and how to save.
The quick answer: Shipping a car from Florida to New York costs about $900–$1,300 open, or $1,500–$2,100 enclosed, in 2026. The drive takes 3 to 5 days. Spring (March–April) is the busy, pricier northbound window — ship in fall to save.
| Vehicle Type | Open Transport | Enclosed Transport |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan / Coupe | $900–$1,300 | $1,500–$2,100 |
| SUV / Pickup | $1,050–$1,500 | $1,700–$2,300 |
| Luxury / Classic | Enclosed advised | $1,800–$2,800 |
Current 2026 market ranges for this corridor — not a quote. Run the calculator for your exact ZIPs, dates, and vehicle.
For a regular car on an open truck, you'll usually pay between $900 and $1,300. The price depends on a few simple things: your car's size, the time of year, and exactly where the trip starts and ends.
A small sedan sits at the low end. A large SUV or pickup takes more room and weighs more, so it adds about $150 to $250. Want your car in a covered trailer? Enclosed transport runs $1,500 to $2,100. Most people don't need it — open trucks are safe and cost far less.
Every quote is for door-to-door service. A driver picks the car up close to your Florida address and drops it near your New York destination.
Three things move the price the most on this route:
Fuel prices and how busy the route is on your dates also matter. A live quote uses today's real numbers, so it beats any rough average. Shipping the other way? See New York to Florida for the southbound trip.
Most trucks take one road for nearly the whole trip: I-95. From Florida, it heads north through Jacksonville, then up through Georgia, the Carolinas, Virginia, and the Mid-Atlantic before reaching the New York area.
This is one of the busiest car-hauling roads in the country, so there's almost always a truck heading north. That's the main reason Florida to New York is easy to book and quick to get moving.
Once your car is loaded, the drive takes 3 to 5 days. Before that, a driver needs to pick it up, which usually happens 1 to 3 days after your ready date. So from start to finish, plan on about a week. During the spring rush, it can take a day or two longer because trucks are full.
Timing is your biggest money-saver. Here's the simple version for northbound trips:
If your dates can bend, shipping outside the spring rush saves real money. Our guide on the best time to ship covers the full year, and the snowbird guide explains how to plan the round trip.
An open truck is the normal choice. Your car rides outside, the same way it sits in a driveway. About 97 out of 100 people pick open because it's safe and costs less.
An enclosed trailer has walls and a roof to protect the car from rain, road dirt, and sun. It costs more, so save it for a classic, a sports car, or a high-value vehicle. See our open vs enclosed guide to choose.
Many snowbirds leave from gated communities, condos, or 55-and-older neighborhoods. A full-size truck usually can't fit through the gate or down the narrow streets. The fix is easy: your driver sets up a quick meet at a nearby store lot or wide plaza. It takes a few minutes and costs nothing extra. If you're flying north before the car ships, line up a friend or neighbor to hand over the keys and check the car with the driver.
If your drop-off is in a busy part of New York City, a full-size truck can't reach the curb — the streets are too tight. Your driver will arrange a meeting spot nearby, or a lot just outside the city. If you're in the suburbs or upstate, the truck can usually come right to you.
The drive is about 1,280 miles — two long days behind the wheel, plus gas, food, and a hotel, and over a thousand miles of wear on your car. Shipping skips all of that. You fly home in a few hours and your car arrives a few days later. For most snowbirds heading back north, the time and stress saved is well worth it. Get your exact price from the calculator in under a minute.
Heading out of Florida to another state? These routes share the same trucks and seasonal timing:
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In 2026, most Florida to New York moves cost $900–$1,300 on an open truck and $1,500–$2,100 enclosed, for a normal car over about 1,280 miles. The spring return season (March and April) is the busiest and priciest time on this northbound route.
Plan on 3 to 5 days on the road. It runs straight up I-95, a very busy route, so pickups usually happen within 1 to 3 days of your ready date.
Fall and early winter. Most snowbirds head north in spring, so that's when northbound trucks fill up and prices peak. Shipping outside that spring rush — especially in the fall — is cheaper.
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