Ohio to Florida car shipping

Estimates for shipping a vehicle from Columbus, OH to Miami, FL, calculated from road distance and vehicle type. Get an exact price for your addresses in seconds.

1,182 miColumbus to Miami
$760 – $1,290Open carrier, sedan
3–6 daysTypical transit time

Price by vehicle and transport type

VehicleOpen carrierEnclosed
Car / Sedan$760 – $1,290$1,120 – $1,900
SUV$850 – $1,440$1,250 – $2,130
Pickup truck$910 – $1,540$1,340 – $2,290
Motorcycle$540 – $930$810 – $1,370
Snowbird season: demand on this route peaks from October to January, which can raise prices and widen pickup windows. Booking 2–3 weeks ahead helps.

City-to-city estimates

FromToMilesEst. (open, sedan)
Columbus, OHJacksonville, FL800$660 – $1,120
Columbus, OHMiami, FL1,182$760 – $1,290
Columbus, OHTampa, FL990$710 – $1,210
Cleveland, OHJacksonville, FL920$690 – $1,180
Cleveland, OHMiami, FL1,296$780 – $1,340
Cleveland, OHTampa, FL1,116$740 – $1,260
Cincinnati, OHJacksonville, FL752$650 – $1,100
Cincinnati, OHMiami, FL1,138$750 – $1,270
Cincinnati, OHTampa, FL932$690 – $1,180

What affects your price on this route

  • Exact addresses: pickups near major highways and metro areas get carriers faster and cheaper than rural addresses.
  • Vehicle size and condition: larger vehicles take more deck space; non-running cars need a winch.
  • Season: summer moving season and holiday periods raise demand on most long routes.
  • Flexibility: a wider pickup window lets us match you with a carrier already running Ohio to Florida.

Ohio to Florida shipping FAQ

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

For a standard sedan on an open carrier, expect about $760 – $1,290 between Columbus, OH and Miami, FL (about 1,182 miles). SUVs run about $850 – $1,440 and enclosed transport about $1,120 – $1,900. Your exact rate depends on the pickup and delivery addresses and the time of year.

How long does shipping a car from Ohio to Florida take?

About 3–6 days on the truck for roughly 1,182 miles, after a pickup window of typically 1–5 days from booking.

Is open or enclosed transport better from Ohio to Florida?

Open transport is the most affordable and works for most daily drivers. Choose enclosed for classic, exotic or low-clearance vehicles; it costs roughly 40–60% more.

Can you pick up and deliver at my door in Ohio and Florida?

Yes, door-to-door is standard. If a full-size carrier can't reach your street, the driver will meet you at a nearby open lot.

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