Enterprise Auto Transport is an owner-operated, federally licensed & bonded nationwide auto transport broker (USDOT #2273104 / MC #774106). All logistics are managed via our central dispatch at (239) 273-4649 — this is our only phone number.

CA → FL · 2,650 miles

California to Florida Car Shipping

Door-to-door auto transport from California to Florida on professional semi-truck carriers — open, enclosed and expedited.

We move vehicles between California and Florida every week. Pickups concentrate around Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco and Sacramento, with delivery into Naples, Miami, Tampa and Orlando and the surrounding towns. Coast-to-coast southern route. Plan on a wider pickup window and six to nine days in transit.

Distance

2,650 mi

Transit

5–8 days

Open range

$1,875–$2,750

What California to Florida transport costs

Open transport on this lane typically runs $1,875–$2,750 for a standard sedan or small SUV. Enclosed transport typically runs $2,700–$4,000. Large trucks, lifted vehicles, oversized SUVs and inoperable cars price above those ranges because they take more deck space or require winch-equipped equipment.

Price on any lane is set by what a driver will accept to run it that week — not by a per-mile chart. Fuel, seasonal direction of travel, how far the pickup sits off the interstate and how tight your dates are all move the number.

The CAFL corridor

Most drivers run this load straight down I-10, joining the highway near Los Angeles and staying on it into Orlando. Because origin and destination share a through-route, California to Florida loads fill faster than lanes that force a driver to jump corridors mid-trip.

California weather rarely stops this lane; the bigger factor on the pickup end is summer afternoon storms and hurricane-season routing between June and November. Florida weather rarely stops this lane; the bigger factor on the delivery end is summer afternoon storms and hurricane-season routing between June and November.

Timing this route

Plan on roughly 500 miles per day once your vehicle is loaded, which puts this route at 5–8 days in transit.

Because this is a 2,650-mile haul, give us three to six weeks in peak season and one to two weeks off-peak. Long lanes depend on a driver already heading that direction, and waiting for the right truck is what keeps the price honest.

Pickup and delivery access

Pickups cluster around Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco and Sacramento; deliveries concentrate in Naples, Miami, Tampa and Orlando. A full carrier is about 75 feet long, so narrow streets, HOA restrictions and low clearance are handled by meeting a few minutes away at a wide lot. On the Florida end, gated communities, guard-gate approvals and low-hanging banyan branches are the usual obstacles — we clear the entry ahead of time or set a meeting point at a nearby plaza.

Included on every CAFL move

  • Door-to-door pickup and delivery
  • Professional semi-truck carriers only
  • $250,000 cargo coverage on open carriers
  • up to $2,000,000 cargo coverage on enclosed carriers
  • Owner Operated
  • Direct driver contact throughout transit

Not sure which type of carrier you need?

Don't worry. You don't have to know whether your vehicle belongs on an open carrier, an enclosed trailer, a winch-equipped truck or specialized equipment. Just tell us what you're shipping, its condition, where it's going and when you need it moved. We'll review the shipment and determine what type of transportation is appropriate.

Please note: Anything that rolls on its own wheels must be roadworthy before pickup. The customer is responsible for repairs — tires, bearings, brakes, lights — and for towing and repair costs if the unit becomes disabled in transit.

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California → Florida quote

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All auto transport is governed by our Terms and Conditions.

  • $250,000 cargo coverage on open carriers
  • up to $2,000,000 cargo coverage on enclosed carriers
  • Licensed & bonded · USDOT #2273104 · MC #774106
  • Owner Operated
  • BBB Accredited Business | A+ Rating

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FAQ

California to Florida shipping questions

What route do carriers take from California to Florida?
Almost always I-10, picking the highway up near Los Angeles and running it into Orlando.
Does weather delay California to Florida shipments?
Rarely. Neither end sees sustained winter shutdowns, so the usual causes of delay are traffic, hours-of-service limits and a driver's remaining stops.
How much does it cost to ship a car from California to Florida?
Most standard vehicles run $1,875–$2,750 open and $2,700–$4,000 enclosed. Size, condition, season and how flexible your dates are all move the final number — call for a firm quote on your exact vehicle.
How long does the California to Florida trip take?
About 5–8 days once the vehicle is loaded, covering roughly 2,650 miles at around 500 miles per day.
Should I choose open or enclosed for this route?
Open is the right call for daily drivers and most SUVs. Enclosed makes sense for exotics, collector cars, low-clearance vehicles and anything you would not park outside — it includes up to $2,000,000 cargo coverage on enclosed carriers and a soft-tie system.
How far ahead should I book?
Three to six weeks for October–December arrivals and March–May departures. Off-peak, one to two weeks is usually enough.
Do I need to remove my toll transponder?
Yes. Turn off or remove toll transponders and parking passes before pickup. Tolls incurred by an active transponder are not our responsibility.

Ready to ship California to Florida?

Open and enclosed semi-truck carriers, door-to-door delivery and a coordinator who answers the phone.