Popular Routes
These are some common car shipping routes customers frequently research. Pricing and transit times vary by vehicle, dates, route conditions and carrier availability. We cover all 50 states, and every estimate is calculated for your exact pickup and delivery ZIP codes.
| From | To | Distance | Typical transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | Miami, FL | ~2,730 mi | 6–8 days |
| Houston, TX | Orlando, FL | ~1,000 mi | 3–5 days |
| New York, NY | Tampa, FL | ~1,130 mi | 3–5 days |
| Los Angeles, CA | Dallas, TX | ~1,440 mi | 3–6 days |
| New York, NY | Los Angeles, CA | ~2,790 mi | 7–9 days |
| Chicago, IL | Phoenix, AZ | ~1,750 mi | 4–6 days |
| Seattle, WA | Denver, CO | ~1,320 mi | 3–5 days |
| Detroit, MI | Houston, TX | ~1,280 mi | 3–5 days |
| San Francisco, CA | Las Vegas, NV | ~570 mi | 1–3 days |
Distances are approximate driving distances and transit ranges are general estimates. Your own price and schedule depend on the exact addresses, the vehicle, open or enclosed transport, whether it runs, and the pickup date you choose.
California to Florida
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Texas to Florida
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New York to Florida
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California to Texas
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How route pricing works
A route price starts with driving distance, then adjusts for the vehicle, the transport type and the pickup window. Carriers plan full loads along interstate corridors, so a shipment that fits an existing run is generally easier to price than an out-of-the-way pickup or delivery.
Why prices vary from route to route
Two routes of similar length can price differently. Lanes between large metro areas usually have more carriers moving in both directions, while rural pickups, mountain crossings and one-directional lanes give a carrier fewer options to fill the rest of the trailer.
What affects route timing
Transit ranges depend on the distance, how quickly a carrier is matched, the number of other vehicles on the trailer, driving-hour rules, weather and road conditions. The ranges shown here are general estimates, not committed delivery dates.
Open vs enclosed on longer routes
Open carriers run the most frequently on every major corridor, so they are usually the quickest to schedule and the lower-cost option. Enclosed trailers carry fewer vehicles and run less often, which can mean a longer wait for pickup as well as a higher price — worth it for classic, luxury, exotic or low-clearance vehicles.
Seasonal considerations
Demand shifts through the year. Movement toward the southern states increases in autumn and reverses in spring, and summer is the busiest overall moving season. When a lane is in heavy demand, carrier pay rises with it; a flexible pickup window usually helps in those periods.