Virginia → Florida
Virginia to Florida Car Shipping
Snowbird-friendly, door-to-door car shipping from Virginia to Florida.
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Virginia to Florida Auto Transport
Shipping a Car From Virginia to Florida
Richmond to Orlando is about 750 miles, almost entirely on I-95. St. Augustine is around 640, Daytona Beach about 700, Tampa close to 830, West Palm Beach roughly 915, and Miami around 985. Most cars arrive 2 days after pickup.
Virginia to Florida is one of our busiest lanes. Snowbirds ship down every fall and home every spring, and we also ship retirees moving for good, job relocations to Orlando and Tampa, and students at UF, FSU, and UCF.
Popular Routes
Popular Virginia to Florida Routes
City pairs we see a lot on this route, with approximate distances and typical transit times after pickup.
| From | To | Miles | Typical Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | St. Augustine, FL | ~640 | 2 days |
| Richmond, VA | Daytona Beach, FL | ~700 | 2 days |
| Richmond, VA | Orlando, FL | ~750 | 2 days |
| Richmond, VA | Tampa, FL | ~830 | 2 days |
| Richmond, VA | West Palm Beach, FL | ~915 | 2 days |
| Richmond, VA | Miami, FL | ~985 | 2–3 days |
Distances and transit times are estimates and can vary with weather, traffic, and the carrier's other stops.
The Route
How Cars Get From Virginia to Florida
Florida loads run straight down I-95 from Richmond through the Carolinas and past Savannah into Florida, then I-4 southwest from Daytona into Orlando.
St. Augustine and Daytona Beach are right on I-95. Tampa is at the far end of I-4, and West Palm Beach and Miami are farther down I-95.
Along the Way
- Richmond → Savannah~470 mi
- Savannah → Orlando~280 mi
Approximate distances. The exact route depends on the carrier's other stops.
Timing
When to Ship Virginia to Florida
The snowbird calendar sets the timing on this route.
Fall Snowbird Rush
From October through December, southbound trucks fill up with snowbirds heading south. Book early.
Spring Trip Home
From March through May, northbound trucks fill up as snowbirds head back to Virginia. Book the return early.
Richmond and I-95 Traffic
Traffic on I-95 through Richmond and up toward the Beltway can add hours to a pickup. Drivers time their run around it.
Florida Hurricane Season
From June through November, a storm can delay deliveries anywhere in Florida for a few days.
Pricing
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car From Virginia to Florida?
Here's what decides the price on a trip to Florida.
Season
October through December is peak southbound, and March through May is peak northbound.
North vs. South Florida
St. Augustine and Daytona come first. Miami adds about 285 miles past Daytona.
Busy Corridor
I-95 carries a lot of trucks to Florida, which keeps availability good.
Gated Communities
Many Florida 55+ and golf communities restrict car haulers.
Open or Enclosed
Open is standard. Enclosed is worth it for a classic or a high-end car.
Round Trips
Booking the spring trip home with the fall trip down makes the year easy.
Your Quote Is Your Final Price
What we quote is what you pay, with nothing due until a carrier is assigned.
Get My Virginia to Florida QuoteGood to Know
Before You Ship & After You Arrive
What to know before your car heads to Florida.
Registering in Florida
New residents have 10 days after starting a job or enrolling kids in school to title and register. Out-of-state vehicles need a VIN verification. Florida doesn't require a safety or emissions inspection. Check flhsmv.gov for current requirements.
Community Gates
Many Florida communities keep car haulers out. The driver will meet you at the gate or clubhouse.
The Villages
Golf cart paths and tight streets in The Villages often mean meeting at a town square lot.
Richmond Pickups
Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield, and Midlothian are reached on I-95, I-64, and I-295, so carriers pass through every day. Narrow streets in the Fan and the Museum District usually mean meeting at a lot near the interstate.
Our Services
Ways to Ship Virginia to Florida
Choose the service that fits your vehicle, budget, and timeline.
Snowbird Car Shipping
Wintering in Florida? We'll ship it down in the fall and back to Virginia in the spring.
Learn more →Open Auto Transport
The most affordable way to ship a car from Virginia to Florida.
Learn more →Door-to-Door Shipping
From your Virginia address to your Florida door, or the closest safe spot.
Learn more →Enclosed Auto Transport
Covered transport for classic and luxury cars.
Learn more →The Process
How It Works
Simple, transparent, and nothing due until a carrier is on the way.
- 1
Request Your Quote
Give us your Virginia pickup address, your Florida delivery address, the vehicle, and your dates. You get a final price, good for 7 days.
- 2
Book With $0 Down
Nothing is due when you book. We match your vehicle with a vetted carrier that has room on a truck headed to Florida.
- 3
Carrier Dispatched
Once a carrier is assigned, a deposit (or full payment, if you prefer) secures your spot. The driver inspects your car with you at pickup and notes its condition on the Bill of Lading.
- 4
Delivered & Inspected
Look your car over with the driver in Florida, sign off, and pay any remaining balance directly to the driver by cash or check.
Why NEXLogistix
Car Shipping You Can Trust
A licensed, bonded, and insured broker (DOT 4238940 | MC-1641261).
Family-Owned Broker
A small, family-owned team that answers the phone and stays with your shipment from quote to delivery.
20+ Years Combined Experience
Deep industry experience and a network of more than 10,000 vetted, insured carriers.
Final-Price Quotes
The price we quote is the price you pay. No bait-and-switch, no surprise fees.
$0 Due at Booking
You don't pay anything until a carrier is actually dispatched for your vehicle.
FAQ
Virginia to Florida Car Shipping FAQs
How long does it take to ship a car from Virginia to Florida?
Usually 2 days after pickup.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Virginia to Florida?
It depends on your exact addresses, the vehicle, open or enclosed, and the season. Request a quote for a final price, good for 7 days.
When should snowbirds book the trip down?
By September if you can. Southbound trucks fill up fast from October through December.
Can you book a round trip for the winter?
Yes. Book the fall trip down and the spring trip home together and we'll plan both.
Should I ship or drive from Virginia to Florida?
Driving takes a long day each way. Many snowbirds fly and ship so they skip I-95 twice a year.
Can you ship a car from Florida back to Virginia?
Yes. Request a quote with your Florida pickup address and your Virginia delivery address. It's door-to-door either way.
Is my car insured during transport?
Yes. Every carrier we work with is required to carry active cargo insurance. Your car's condition is documented on the Bill of Lading at pickup and checked again at delivery. Personal items left in the vehicle aren't covered.
Do I have to pay upfront?
No. There's $0 due at booking. Once a carrier is assigned, you can pay a deposit and the rest to the driver at delivery by cash or check, or pay in full at that point.
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