Texas to Florida Car Shipping
Moving from Houston to Orlando, Dallas to Tampa, or Florida back to Texas? We match you with a vetted, licensed carrier for door-to-door transport across the Gulf Coast, in both directions.
Texas to Florida and Florida to Texas, door to door. Get your price below.
- Both directions, all year
- Open and enclosed carriers
- Talk to a real person at (424) 453-1800
Texas ↔ Florida
Main City Pairs on This Route
Texas and Florida each have several of the country’s biggest metros, so this lane covers a lot of ground. These are the pairs we see most. Each runs both ways.
Houston ↔ Jacksonville
About 870 milesAll I-10, through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and the Florida Panhandle.
Houston ↔ Orlando
About 970 milesI-10 to Jacksonville or Lake City, then down to Central Florida.
Houston ↔ Miami
About 1,190 milesI-10 east, then I-75 or the Turnpike down the peninsula.
Dallas ↔ Orlando
About 1,110 milesI-20 and I-49 or I-30 to reach I-10, then east along the Gulf.
Dallas ↔ Miami
About 1,310 milesThe long end of the lane, Dallas–Fort Worth to South Florida.
Prices and transit times depend on your exact pickup and delivery points, the vehicle and the season.Get an exact quote
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One Interstate, Two Big States
I-10 runs from Houston to Jacksonville without a break, through Beaumont, Baton Rouge, Mobile and Pensacola. Carriers use it every day, which keeps this lane well covered. From Dallas–Fort Worth, the route drops south or east to meet I-10 before heading along the Gulf. If you’re near either end of I-10, scheduling is usually straightforward.
Why People Ship This Lane
- Relocations. Both states keep gaining new residents, and many moves are between them. Car shipping for movers.
- Military. Texas and Florida both have large bases, and PCS orders often move families between them. Military car shipping.
- Winter in Florida. Some Texans spend the coldest months in Florida. Snowbird car shipping.
Open or Enclosed?
Open transport is the standard choice and the lower price. Gulf Coast heat, humidity and summer storms are rough on a classic or high-end finish, so for those, enclosed transport keeps the car covered for the whole trip.
Route Questions
How long does it take to ship a car from Texas to Florida?
It’s roughly 900 to 1,300 miles depending on the cities, so it’s a multi-day trip for the carrier. Your exact pickup window and transit time come with your quote.
Does hurricane season affect shipping between Texas and Florida?
It can. This whole lane runs along the Gulf Coast, and hurricane season runs June through November. If a storm threatens the route, the carrier may hold or reroute for safety. We’ll let you know if your dates shift.
Can you ship from Austin or San Antonio to Florida?
Yes. Central Texas joins I-10 at San Antonio or Houston, so it rides the same lane. We ship from anywhere in Texas to anywhere in Florida, and back.
How much does it cost to ship a car between Texas and Florida?
It depends on the exact cities, the vehicle, open or enclosed, and the season. We don’t post made-up averages. Get an exact quote or call (424) 453-1800.
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