Shipping a Car from Nashville, TN to Orlando, FL
A 735-mile trip southeastbound, through Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia and Florida: that is Nashville to Orlando. That is around 15 hours of driving at car-hauler speeds; our transit estimate is 1–2 days after dispatch. Volume is lower here, so a flexible pickup window helps carriers fit you onto a truck.
What Nashville to Orlando Costs
Expect open transport for a standard sedan at $550–$805, which is about $0.92 per mile over 735 miles. For a larger vehicle plan on $615–$900, and for enclosed carriage of a sedan plan on $800–$1,165 (about 45% above open). Delivery to Tampa, 86 miles from Orlando, would be $560–$825. A comparable-length trip, Miami, FL to Atlanta, GA (721 mi), is priced at $540–$795. Going the other way, Orlando, FL to Nashville, TN prices the same.
| Transport Type | Car Type | Estimated Cost | Why Choose It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $550–$805 | Budget-friendly default |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $615–$900 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $615–$900 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $800–$1,165 | High-value or low cars |
Figures assume a standard sedan; your quote depends on pickup and drop-off points, condition and season.
Timing and Seasonality
Southbound traffic into Orlando peaks from October to December, so book earlier in the fall and expect firmer prices. Hurricane season (June to November) can pause or reroute trucks along the coast. For a 735-mile trip, request quotes about three weeks before pickup. Across Tennessee expect winter ice on the Cumberland Plateau; across Florida, afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane season from June to November.
The Route and Corridor
Along the way the route touches Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia and Florida. In Florida, I-95, I-75 and the tolled Florida's Turnpike carry most traffic. In Alabama, I-65 and I-20/I-59 carry most freight, with Birmingham as the main junction. Expect winter ice on the Cumberland Plateau in Tennessee. Metros near that straight-line path include Atlanta (GA), although the actual interstate routing may bend around them. Pickup is on Central time and delivery on Eastern time, so a driver's call can come an hour off your clock.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Nashville. Nashville is a freight crossroads, so there is usually a truck passing through. The main approaches to Nashville are I-24, I-40 and I-65. Fast-growing Tennessee hub at I-24/I-40/I-65 with heavy relocation volume.
Delivery in Orlando. Winter residents arriving or leaving Orlando drive seasonal demand. Central Florida tourism and relocation hub on I-4, very busy in snowbird season. Drivers often use the Orlando International Airport area as a staging reference.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Inspect at both ends. Walk around the car with the driver in Nashville and again in Orlando, and note anything on the bill of lading.
- Be flexible on the date. A five-day pickup window lets dispatchers slot your car into a load heading southeast.
- Ask for a call-ahead. Request a heads-up about a day before the truck reaches Orlando.