New Jersey to Florida Car Shipping: Door-to-Door for Snowbirds and Movers
Ship your car from New Jersey to Florida door-to-door. Typical transit times, pickup tips across NJ, and open or enclosed options. Free quote.
Whether you're a snowbird heading south for the winter or making a permanent move, New Jersey to Florida is one of the most traveled car shipping routes on the East Coast. Shipping your car means you can skip the long I-95 drive and arrive ready to enjoy Florida.
Route overview
- Distance: about 1,000 to 1,200 miles, depending on pickup and delivery points
- Typical transit: about 3 to 5 days after pickup
- Service: door-to-door, open or enclosed
Northbound and southbound trucks run this corridor all year, but October through January is peak southbound season. Booking early gives you the best choice of pickup dates.
Pickup anywhere in New Jersey
North Jersey (Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris): dense neighborhoods sometimes mean the driver meets you at a nearby accessible location, such as a store parking lot.
Central Jersey (Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean): usually easy access, and close to the main carrier corridors.
South Jersey (Camden, Burlington, Atlantic, Cape May): straightforward pickups, often combined with Philadelphia-area routes.
Wherever you are, we'll confirm the pickup details before the truck arrives.
Popular Florida destinations
- Southwest Florida: Naples, Fort Myers, Sarasota
- Southeast Florida: Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, Miami
- Central Florida: Orlando, The Villages, Tampa
- Northeast Florida: Jacksonville, St. Augustine
Booking during peak snowbird weeks
The weeks before Thanksgiving and the December holidays are the busiest. To keep things smooth:
- Book 2 to 3 weeks ahead when you can
- Give a pickup window of a few days instead of a single date
- Plan your spring return at the same time
Read our full snowbird car shipping guide for more tips. Shipping from across the river? See New York to Florida car shipping.
Open or enclosed?
Most New Jersey drivers choose open transport: it's economical and runs frequently on this lane. Choose enclosed for classic, exotic or low-clearance cars.
Prep checklist
- ☐ Wash the car and take dated photos
- ☐ Remove personal items and your E-ZPass
- ☐ Leave about a quarter tank of fuel
- ☐ Check the battery and tires
- ☐ Be present (or send someone you trust) for the pickup inspection
Frequently Asked Questions
We'll give you a pickup window when you book. Flexible dates usually mean faster dispatch.
Carriers carry cargo insurance, and we verify it before pickup. Your car's condition is recorded on the Bill of Lading at pickup and delivery.
Yes, we ship both directions all year.
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