Pennsylvania to Florida is a well-traveled snowbird route, and one of the better deals on the East Coast. From the Philadelphia side, your car hops right onto I-95 and heads south. That busy road means plenty of trucks and fair prices. Here's what the trip costs, how long it takes, and a few easy ways to pay less.
The quick answer: Shipping a car from Pennsylvania to Florida costs about $850–$1,250 open, or $1,450–$2,000 enclosed, in 2026. The drive takes 3 to 5 days. The fall snowbird rush is the main thing to plan around — ship in summer to save.
| Vehicle Type | Open Transport | Enclosed Transport |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan / Coupe | $850–$1,250 | $1,450–$2,000 |
| SUV / Pickup | $1,000–$1,450 | $1,650–$2,250 |
| Luxury / Classic | Enclosed advised | $1,800–$2,700 |
Current 2026 market ranges for this corridor — not a quote. Run the calculator for your exact ZIPs, dates, and vehicle.
For a normal car on an open truck, plan on $850 to $1,250. That makes this one of the friendlier-priced routes into Florida. The reason is volume — Pennsylvania sends a lot of cars south, so trucks run this path often and compete for the work.
A bigger vehicle like an SUV or pickup adds $150 to $250. An enclosed trailer, which covers the car, runs $1,450 to $2,000. Most people don't need enclosed. Open trucks are safe, and they keep more money in your pocket.
Every quote is for door-to-door service. A driver picks the car up near where you live and drops it near where you're going. Simple.
Where you are in the state changes the trip a little.
From Philadelphia and the east, trucks jump straight onto I-95 and run the busy snowbird highway down through the Carolinas and into Florida. This side has the most trucks and the smoothest service.
From Pittsburgh and the west, the route swings down through I-79 and I-77 to reach I-95 farther south. That can add a few hours and, now and then, a few dollars. Either way, the roads are mostly flat and easy, so the drive is steady.
A few simple things decide your final number:
Gas prices and how busy the route is on your dates also matter. A live quote uses today's numbers, so it's far more accurate than an average.
Once loaded, the drive takes 3 to 5 days. Pickup usually happens 1 to 3 days after your ready date, since the east side of the state sits on such a busy road.
So from booking to delivery, plan on about a week. During the fall rush, give yourself an extra day or two of room, because trucks fill up fast then.
Timing is your biggest saver. Pennsylvania sends many snowbirds south, so the route follows the season:
If your dates can move, shipping in summer instead of fall can save a few hundred dollars. Our best time to ship to Florida guide lays out every month, and the snowbird guide covers the round trip.
For an everyday car, pick the open truck. It's the standard choice, it's safe, and it costs less. Your car rides outside, just like it does every day at home.
Go with an enclosed trailer only for a classic, a sports car, or a high-value vehicle. The walls and roof protect the paint from road dirt and weather. Learn more in our open vs enclosed guide.
Most of Pennsylvania has open roads and room for a full-size truck, so door-to-door pickup is usually no problem. In tight city blocks of Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, a driver may ask to meet at a nearby lot. It takes a few minutes and costs nothing extra.
In Florida, many people land in gated or 55-and-older communities. Big trucks often can't get through the gate, so you'll meet the driver at a store or wide lot close by. This is normal and expected.
The drive is around 1,180 miles — two solid days on the road, plus gas, a hotel night, and the wear those miles add to your car.
Shipping skips all of that. You fly down, or take your time, and your car meets you there. For most folks the saved time and effort beats the modest cost, which is exactly why this route stays so busy.
Shipping from a neighboring state? These corridors share the same trailers and seasonal pricing:
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About $850–$1,250 on an open truck and $1,450–$2,000 enclosed in 2026, for a normal car. The trip is roughly 1,100 to 1,200 miles, depending on whether you start near Philadelphia or Pittsburgh. It's one of the cheaper routes to Florida because so many trucks use it.
About 3 to 5 days on the road. Eastern Pennsylvania feeds right onto I-95, a very busy route, so pickup usually happens within 1 to 3 days of your ready date.
Sometimes, a little. Philadelphia sits right on the main I-95 route with constant truck traffic. Pittsburgh is farther west, so the truck takes a different path and may need an extra few hours. The price difference is usually small.
Late spring and summer. Like the rest of the Northeast, this route gets busy and pricey from October to December as snowbirds head south. Ship in the off-season and you'll pay less.
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