Shipping a Car from Miami, FL to Savannah, GA
Ship from Miami and the car covers about 524 miles northbound to Savannah, through Florida and Georgia. A carrier needs about two days on the road at the usual 500 miles a day, and we estimate 1–2 days in transit once the car is loaded. This lane sees steady, moderate demand.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Miami. Winter residents arriving or leaving Miami drive seasonal demand. Drivers often use the Miami International Airport area as a staging reference. A working port in the Miami area means customs and terminal release can affect timing for some vehicles. Truck restrictions here usually push the handoff to a nearby wide street or lot.
Delivery in Savannah. A working port in the Savannah area means customs and terminal release can affect timing for some vehicles. Drivers often use the Hilton Head International Airport area as a staging reference. Historic coastal city with a major deepwater auto port on I-16/I-95.
What Miami to Savannah Costs
A sedan on an open trailer is priced at roughly $395–$575 on this lane, or $0.93 for each of the 524 miles. Enclosed shipping adds about 45% ($575–$835), while SUV and truck surcharges bring open pricing to $440–$645. Loading in Fort Lauderdale, about 42 miles from Miami, is $25 cheaper at $370–$545. Delivery to Charleston, 91 miles from Savannah, would be $435–$635. A comparable-length trip, Los Angeles, CA to Tucson, AZ (522 mi), is priced at $390–$575.
| Service | Vehicle | Estimated Cost | Good For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $395–$575 | Budget-friendly default |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $440–$645 | Taller, heavier vehicles |
| Open | Minivan | $440–$645 | Taller, heavier vehicles |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $575–$835 | Luxury, classic and low-clearance cars |
Figures assume a standard sedan; actual quotes vary with exact addresses, condition and season.
Timing and Seasonality
Northbound moves out of Miami surge from March to May as seasonal residents head home; request quotes three to four weeks out. Hurricane season (June to November) can pause or reroute trucks along the coast. Two weeks of lead time works well for 524 miles. Across Florida expect afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane season from June to November; across Georgia, hot summers and the occasional ice event around Atlanta.
The Route and Corridor
A carrier on this lane works through Florida and Georgia. Georgia: I-75, I-85 and I-20 converge on Atlanta, where traffic is heavy. Florida: I-95, I-75 and the tolled Florida's Turnpike carry most traffic. Fort Lauderdale (FL) and Orlando (FL) sit close to the corridor, which is why trucks often add or drop vehicles there.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Choose the trailer deliberately. Open at $395–$575 fits most cars; enclosed at $575–$835 suits luxury, classic or low cars.
- Remove loose items. Personal belongings are usually not insured in transit; clear the cabin before pickup in Miami.
- Inspect at both ends. Walk around the car with the driver in Miami and again in Savannah, and note anything on the bill of lading.