Shipping a Car from San Antonio, TX to Jacksonville, FL
A 1,202-mile trip eastbound, through Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida: that is San Antonio to Jacksonville. That is around 24 hours of driving at car-hauler speeds; our transit estimate is 2–3 days after dispatch. Fewer trucks run this lane, so give the dispatcher a few days of leeway.
Timing and Seasonality
San Antonio has a large military community, so summer permanent-change-of-station season (about May to August) tightens carrier space. Hurricane season (June to November) can pause or reroute trucks along the coast. Start getting quotes roughly three weeks ahead for a move of 1,202 miles. Across Texas expect severe spring storms, Gulf hurricanes and desert heat in the west; across Florida, afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane season from June to November.
The Route and Corridor
The direct line between the two cities crosses Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida. In Louisiana, I-10 crosses the long Atchafalaya Basin bridge and I-20 runs across the north. In Texas, I-35, I-10, I-45, I-20 and I-40 cross a state where El Paso to Houston is about 750 miles. Expect heat, humidity and Gulf-coast hurricane risk in Mississippi. Houston (TX), Baton Rouge (LA) and New Orleans (LA) sit close to the corridor, which is why trucks often add or drop vehicles there. Pickup is on Central time and delivery on Eastern time, so a driver's call can come an hour off your clock. Toll roads in Texas and Florida are built into carrier pricing.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in San Antonio. South Texas metro on I-10/I-35/I-37 with a large military presence. Military moves are common in the San Antonio area, which makes summer space tight. Drivers often use the San Antonio International Airport area as a staging reference.
Delivery in Jacksonville. North Florida port and Navy hub on I-10/I-95 with a large auto-import terminal. Military moves are common in the Jacksonville area, which makes summer space tight. Jacksonville is a freight crossroads, so there is usually a truck passing through.
What San Antonio to Jacksonville Costs
We estimate open transport for a standard sedan at $720–$1,020, which is about $0.72 per mile over 1,202 miles. Enclosed shipping adds about 45% ($1,045–$1,480), while SUV and truck surcharges bring open pricing to $805–$1,140. Going the other way, Jacksonville, FL to San Antonio, TX is estimated at $720–$1,015. If you can start from Austin (74 mi away) the estimate is $685–$970, $35 cheaper. Delivery to Savannah, 119 miles from Jacksonville, would be $750–$1,060.
| Trailer | Car Type | Typical Price | Good For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $720–$1,020 | Lowest cost, most common |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $805–$1,140 | Taller, heavier vehicles |
| Open | Minivan | $805–$1,140 | Taller, heavier vehicles |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $1,045–$1,480 | High-value or low cars |
Figures assume a standard sedan; actual quotes vary with pickup and drop-off points, condition and season.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Mention military orders. Service members should say so when quoting; some carriers hold space for orders-driven moves.
- Be flexible on the date. A five-day pickup window lets dispatchers slot your car into a load heading east.
- Ask for a call-ahead. Request a heads-up about a day before the truck reaches Jacksonville.