Car Shipping from Florida to New York
Florida to New York is one of the most requested car shipping routes, fueled by seasonal moves, snowbird travel, and year-round relocations. Parallel 29 Logistics coordinates this lane with clear pickup windows, realistic transit expectations, and vetted carriers that understand the I-95 corridor. Use this page to compare open versus enclosed pricing, understand what shapes your quote, and choose the right service level for your vehicle.
We’ll verify carrier availability, explain current lane conditions, and confirm realistic windows before you commit.
Route overview
Florida to New York car shipping overview
This lane is active year-round and tends to attract consistent carrier traffic, which helps keep availability steady. Even so, pricing can move based on seasonality, exact pickup and delivery locations, and how much flexibility you have with dates. Parallel 29 Logistics sets expectations by comparing similar loads on this corridor, then confirms the best option once a carrier accepts the dispatch.
We recommend starting with a realistic pickup window so carriers can route your shipment efficiently. If your timeline is fixed, we will spell out the tradeoffs and whether expedited options make sense. The goal is to balance cost, protection level, and timing so your vehicle arrives safely without surprise delays.
Typical pricing & timing for Florida to New York
These ranges reflect common moves between Florida and New York. We’ll refine your quote after confirming carrier availability and your preferred pickup window.
Open transport
$1,050–$1,650
Best for most daily drivers and high-volume lanes where pricing stays competitive.
Enclosed transport
$1,650–$2,600
Ideal for luxury, classic, or low-clearance vehicles that need extra protection.
Pickup window
2–6 business days
Transit time
5–8 days
Exact pricing depends on lane demand, pickup flexibility, vehicle size, and seasonality. Any broker guaranteeing a fixed price or exact date without confirming a carrier is not being realistic.
Pricing factors on this lane
Every quote reflects live carrier demand and the specifics of your vehicle. Here are the most common factors that move rates on the Florida to New York corridor.
- Seasonal snowbird volume can tighten carrier capacity in late fall and early spring, raising rates on the Florida to New York lane.
- Pickup and delivery proximity to I-95 or major metros like Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and NYC influences carrier routing efficiency.
- Flexible pickup windows create more carrier options, while exact date requests often require premium pricing.
- Vehicle size and weight impact trailer capacity, especially for SUVs, trucks, or oversize vehicles.
- Enclosed equipment availability is more limited, so premium vehicles or low-clearance cars generally cost more.
- Transit timing can vary with congestion around coastal cities, weather in the Mid-Atlantic, and bridge or tunnel restrictions.
- Door-to-door access in dense neighborhoods may require meeting at a nearby wide street or commercial lot.
- Operability matters; inoperable vehicles need winch equipment and reduce carrier flexibility.
Service guidance
Choose the right service for Florida to New York
We’ll walk you through the tradeoffs between open, enclosed, and door-to-door shipping so you can match protection level and timing to your vehicle.
Open car transport
Best for standard vehicles moving between Florida and New York. Open carriers run this corridor frequently, keeping costs predictable.
Learn more →Enclosed car transport
A smart fit for premium, classic, or show vehicles that need added protection from road debris and weather shifts along the East Coast.
Learn more →Door-to-door service
Popular for seasonal moves and relocations. We coordinate pickup and delivery as close as the carrier can safely reach.
Learn more →HOW VETTING WORKS
Practical checks before we dispatch a carrier
We don’t rely on one data point. Carrier selection is a multi-step review that focuses on compliance, fit, and timing.
Verify authority & insurance
We confirm active FMCSA authority and baseline cargo/liability coverage before booking.
Match equipment to your vehicle
Open vs enclosed, size constraints, and carrier capacity are aligned to your shipment.
Confirm timing & pickup window
We align dispatch with your preferred dates and realistic carrier availability.
Vetting checklist
Each carrier assignment is reviewed for the items below before we confirm.
- Active FMCSA authority
- Insurance certificate verified at booking
- Equipment type matches vehicle needs
- Carrier performance history reviewed
- Pickup window alignment confirmed
- Clear inspection & BOL expectations
FAQs: Car shipping from Florida to New York
Ready to ship your vehicle?
Tell us your lane, vehicle, and target dates. Our coordinators will confirm your best option and provide a clear estimate you can trust.