Shipping a Car from Orlando, FL to Miami, FL
Moving a car from Orlando to Miami means about 253 miles southbound, entirely within Florida. A carrier needs about one day on the road at the usual 500 miles a day, and we estimate 1–2 days in transit once the car is loaded. Fewer trucks run this lane, so give the dispatcher a few days of leeway.
What Orlando to Miami Costs
A sedan on an open trailer is priced at roughly $350–$400 on this lane, or $1.48 for each of the 253 miles. Short hauls hit a minimum charge, so the per-mile number looks high. Enclosed shipping adds about 45% ($510–$580), while SUV and truck surcharges bring open pricing to $390–$450. For scale, Boston, MA to Newark, NJ is a similar 233-mile move at $350–$375. Loading in Tampa, about 86 miles from Orlando, is within a few dollars at $350–$380. Going the other way, Miami, FL to Orlando, FL is estimated at $350–$390.
| Service | Vehicle | Estimated Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $350–$400 | Budget-friendly default |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $390–$450 | Larger vehicles, same trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $390–$450 | Larger vehicles, same trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $510–$580 | Luxury, classic and low-clearance cars |
Prices shown are for a typical sedan; actual quotes vary with exact addresses, condition and season.
Timing and Seasonality
From June to November, tropical weather can force carriers to reroute near the coast, so leave a few spare days. For a 253-mile trip, request quotes about two weeks before pickup. Across Florida expect afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane season from June to November.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Orlando. The main approaches to Orlando are I-4. Winter residents arriving or leaving Orlando drive seasonal demand. Drivers often use the Orlando International Airport area as a staging reference.
Delivery in Miami. Drivers often use the Miami International Airport area as a staging reference. Trucks serving Miami lean on I-395, I-75 and I-95. Snowbird and relocation magnet with a major port, a surge of northbound traffic in spring and southbound in fall. Tight streets mean a meet-up at a nearby wide lot is common.
The Route and Corridor
Both cities are in Florida, so there are no state lines to plan around. Florida: I-95, I-75 and the tolled Florida's Turnpike carry most traffic. Metros near that straight-line path include Fort Lauderdale (FL), although the actual interstate routing may bend around them.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Plan the meeting point. In Miami, agree early on a wide lot because curbside loading is often impossible.
- Inspect at both ends. Walk around the car with the driver in Orlando and again in Miami, and note anything on the bill of lading.
- Choose the trailer deliberately. Open at $350–$400 fits most cars; enclosed at $510–$580 suits luxury, classic or low cars.