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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.

TX → FL · I-10 and I-20 Corridors

Texas to Florida Auto Transport Services

Shipping a car from Texas to Florida covers a critical southern shipping corridor spanning 800 to 1,300 miles, depending on your exact pickup and delivery points. Whether you are moving permanently for a job relocation, shipping a classic car purchased from a Texas collector, or transporting a vehicle between winter homes, Enterprise Auto Transport coordinates seamless, door-to-door vehicle delivery across the entire Sunbelt. We operate transparently as an independent, licensed transport broker under USDOT #2273104 and MC #774106. Unlike blind automated lead-generation sites that harvest your data and sell it to dozens of aggressive telemarketers, we process your quote manually and vet your carrier with precision.

Distance

800–1,300 miles depending on the exact pickup and delivery points

Transit

3 to 5 days in transit once the vehicle is loaded

Corridor

I-10 and I-20 Corridors

The I-10 and I-20 Corridors explained

The I-10 corridor runs Houston through Beaumont, Lake Charles, Baton Rouge, Mobile and the Florida Panhandle before splitting toward Orlando on I-75 or the Turnpike, or continuing south toward Naples and Miami. Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin loads often drop down I-45 or I-20 first to join the corridor. Because I-10 stays south of the winter weather belt year round, this lane has the fewest weather-driven delays of any long-haul route we book.

Estimated Auto Shipping Rates: Texas to Florida

Estimated Texas to Florida auto transport price ranges by vehicle class
Vehicle TypeOpen Carrier ShippingEnclosed Carrier ShippingAverage Transit Time
Standard Sedan (e.g., Toyota Camry)$850 — $1,150$1,250 — $1,5503 — 4 Days
Compact / Mid-Size SUV (e.g., Honda CR-V)$950 — $1,250$1,350 — $1,6503 — 4 Days
Full-Size Truck / SUV (e.g., Ram 1500)$1,150 — $1,450$1,600 — $1,9504 — 5 Days

Estimated market ranges for planning only — not a quote. Actual pricing depends on the exact pickup and delivery points, vehicle condition, season, carrier availability and how far in advance you book. Call (239) 273-4649 for a real number on your vehicle.

Can I ship personal items in my car when transporting from Texas to Florida?

Under federal FMCSA regulations, auto transport carriers are not legally licensed or insured to haul household goods. While most carriers will permit you to store up to 100 pounds of personal items secured entirely within the trunk, you do so at your own risk. These belongings are completely excluded from the carrier's cargo insurance policy and should never include high-value electronics or medication.

Secure Cross-Country Transit Across the I-10 and I-20 Corridors

The Enterprise Carrier Vetting Framework

Live FMCSA Verification

We manually pull up-to-the-minute safety ratings and active operating authority directly from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration database to ensure the carrier has an active, violation-free operating status.

Direct Insurance Verification

We do not rely on paper documents that can be outdated or forged. We check directly with the carrier's insurance agency to confirm a minimum of $100,000 in open cargo insurance or $250,000+ for enclosed transport.

Direct Driver Dispatch

You receive the assigned driver's company name and direct cell phone number before pickup.

Major Texas & Florida Shipping Hubs Covered Daily

We provide convenient, door-to-door auto shipping to and from all major residential and commercial hubs. Texas Locations: Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, Corpus Christi, and Plano. Florida Locations: Naples, Fort Myers, Tampa, Sarasota, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Jacksonville.

Carrier vetting before we dispatch this route

Enterprise Auto Transport is an owner-operated, federally licensed and bonded broker operating under USDOT #2273104 and MC #774106. Before any carrier is assigned to a TX → FL load, we confirm the carrier's active operating authority and safety standing in the FMCSA SAFER system, verify current cargo insurance appropriate for the trailer type, and favor carriers with a proven history on this specific corridor. Before the truck arrives you receive the carrier's company name, the driver's direct phone number and the carrier's insurance information, so you can verify the company yourself on the FMCSA website before your vehicle is loaded. Read our full carrier vetting process.

Seasonal price drivers on this lane

Spring (March through May)

Steady demand from job relocations and spring home closings. Weather is a non-issue on I-10, so pickup windows are tighter and more reliable than on northern lanes.

Summer

Peak relocation season for families moving between school years. Book earlier than you would in spring; Gulf Coast heat also means midday loading is often scheduled around driver hours.

Hurricane season (June through November)

Both ends of this lane sit on the Gulf. Named storms can pause pickups or deliveries for a day or two. We reschedule around closures rather than routing a driver into an evacuation zone.

Winter

The most reliable window on the calendar for this corridor and a good time for non-urgent moves, since the northern lanes are absorbing the snowbird volume.

Route logistics

Personal items inside the vehicle

Federal authority for a motor carrier covers vehicles, not household goods. Most carriers will allow a small amount of personal property in the trunk — commonly up to about 100 pounds, kept below the window line — but it is at the driver's discretion, it adds weight that affects the load, and it is never covered by the carrier's cargo insurance. Never leave firearms, cash, prescriptions, electronics or documents in the vehicle.

Dallas vs. Houston origin pricing

Houston sits directly on I-10 and typically prices better than Dallas for Florida deliveries, because Dallas loads have to run south first to reach the corridor. If you have flexibility on origin, that difference is real.

Long-haul driver hours

Federal hours-of-service rules cap daily driving, which is why a 1,500-mile run is a multi-day trip rather than a two-day sprint. Any broker promising an overnight cross-country delivery on a standard carrier is not being straight with you.

Pickup hubs in Texas

  • Houston
  • Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
  • Austin
  • San Antonio
  • El Paso
  • Corpus Christi
  • Plano

Delivery hubs in Florida

  • Naples
  • Fort Myers
  • Tampa
  • Sarasota
  • Miami
  • Fort Lauderdale
  • Orlando
  • Jacksonville

Included on every TX → FL move

  • Door-to-door pickup and delivery
  • Professional full-size semi 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

Get an accurate, binding quote without worrying about automated bait-and-switch pricing or spam calls. Connect directly with an experienced transport coordinator today. Call Enterprise Auto Transport Direct: (239) 273-4649. Licensing Credentials: USDOT #2273104 | MC #774106. Note: We are an independent vehicle logistics brokerage based out of Florida. We have zero affiliation or connection with Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

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Texas → Florida quote

No obligation. A real coordinator replies within one hour — every quote is hand-quoted for accuracy.

  1. 1. Route

  2. 2. Booking Window

  3. 3. Vehicle

  4. 4. Contact

Your details are never sold or spammed.

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

FAQ

Texas to Florida shipping questions

Can I ship personal items in my car when transporting from Texas to Florida?
Under federal FMCSA regulations, auto transport carriers are not legally licensed or insured to haul household goods. While most carriers will permit you to store up to 100 pounds of personal items secured entirely within the trunk, you do so at your own risk. These belongings are completely excluded from the carrier's cargo insurance policy and should never include high-value electronics or medication.
Can I ship personal items in my car when transporting from Texas to Florida?
Under federal FMCSA regulations, auto transport carriers are not legally licensed or insured to haul household goods. While most carriers will permit you to store up to 100 pounds of personal items secured entirely within the trunk, you do so at your own risk. These belongings are completely excluded from the carrier's cargo insurance policy and should never include high-value electronics or medication.
How long does it take to ship a vehicle from Texas to Florida?
On average, transit time for a car moving from Texas to Florida takes 3 to 5 days once loaded onto the truck. Drivers move efficiently across the South via major interstate routes like I-10 and I-20. Your exact timeline will vary based on whether your vehicle is moving from West Texas (like El Paso) or East Texas (like Houston).
What is the cost difference between open and enclosed transport from Texas?
Open carrier auto transport uses standard multi-car trailers and is the most cost-effective option for everyday drivers. Enclosed carrier transport costs roughly 40% to 60% more because it utilizes a fully sealed trailer. We highly recommend enclosed transport for luxury cars, vintage vehicles, and sports cars to prevent exposure to highway debris, extreme heat, and severe weather across the Gulf Coast.

Route matrix

Other interstate snowbird corridors

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