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Car Shipping Prices To Jacksonville, FL in Mid January

Car Shipping Prices To Jacksonville, FL in Mid January 2025

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Car Shipping Prices To Jacksonville, FL in Mid January 2025

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As we continue to track the Snowbirds mid January 2025 car shipping prices to Jacksonville, FL and elsewhere in the sunshine state, we notice that the volume of orders on any given day has decreased 10%.

In the beginning of January, there were on average daily about five thousand single vehicles in running condition listed as preferring OPEN Car Transport. That number has decreased in mid January to 4,500 vehicles available at any given time. Still a hefty amount.

That is not to say there are 4,500 new orders every day. There most certainly is not. Many of those vehicles have been waiting for a carrier for anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. Why so long?

In some cases the laggard orders are those located in a remote location, or have been affected by harsh winter storms such as Blair.  But most of the orders waiting weeks and weeks, have simply been under-priced and carriers have rejected them in favor of higher paying fees on other vehicles.

Rule #1 – the highest paying vehicles on the board, comparing apples to apples, always ship first. And it does not matter how long a vehicle order has been waiting.

A fresh car shipping order entered today, paying a higher carrier fee than one entered weeks ago, will land a spot on an auto transport trailer first. The vehicle shipping industry is not first come – first served.

Our Study: What percentage of Snowbird vehicle shipments are too cheap?

Our answer is borne of experience. It is not scientific, though it does have a nice scientific pool of orders to evaluate.

Here is our test case scenario: At the present time, car shipping from New Jersey to Florida, there are 99 vehicles on the board waiting for a carrier assignment, all sedans, in running condition, and shipping OPEN car transport. In our opinion, in general, a vehicle priced at $825 or less (including broker fee) has little chance of securing a spot on a trailer until all the higher paying vehicles have shipped. And that will take awhile.

Here’s our analysis of the New Jersey to Florida scenario in mid January 2025:

Estimated Total Price / 
(Includes Broker Fee)

Percentage of  Orders / 

Chance of Shipping Within 7 Days

Over $1200

3%

Exceptionally High

$1000 to $1199

5%

Extremely High

$950 to $999

12%

Very High

$900 to $949

28%

Good

$850 to $899

9%

Fair

$800 to $849

14%

If Lucky

$750 to $799

5%

Little

$700 to $749

9%

Poor

$650 to $699

5%

Very Poor

$600 to $649

5%

Extremely Poor

Below $600

4%

Slim to None

The same percentages of under priced and cheap car shipping costs play out in nearly every market or region.

The above table is probably a good representation of the current Snowbird vehicle shipping cost market to Florida. As you can see, there are approximately 28% of customer orders that have little to no chance of shipping to Florida in the next few weeks. Many have been waiting for weeks, and are likely to continue to do so.

If you add the 14% of customers who are close, but nevertheless, still getting soundly beat and simply hoping to get lucky, that 28% swells to 42% of customers who are basically on the outside looking in. Their car shipping price is too cheap.

Why does that happen? Sometimes customers book their January car shipments in November or December when pricing is low. It worked then, but not during the high Snowbird season. Sometimes it is the fault of the broker, and that’s a whole other conversation. Don’t get us started.

Fortunately, 58% of customers are priced sufficiently well enough to ship a car within 7 days. Those at the top of the carrier fee pool are likely to get super fast, expedited auto transport service to Florida.

Jacksonville in particular, is a popular destination for car transport companies in the winter. So are the surrounding communities such as St. Augustine, Palm Coast, Daytona Beach, Gainesville, and more.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Car shipping prices to Jacksonville, FL stay elevated through mid January
  • The western states do not participate nearly as much in the winter season during auto transport migration to Jacksonville, Florida
  • About 58% of all vehicle shipping orders are priced high enough to land a spot on trailer within 7 days of availability
  • About 42% of all car transport orders are priced too cheap during Snowbird season in mid January 2025
  • The highest paying auto transport orders to Jacksonville, FL ship first
  • The car shipping quotes calculator greatly reduces the price on the reverse direction backhauls from Jacksonville, FL during snowbird seasonal fluctuations

In This Blog Article:

Car Shipping Prices Calculator To Jacksonville, FL During Snowbird Season in mid January 2025

Direct Express Auto Transport, with over 20 years of experience in calculating car shipping prices to Jacksonville, FL, provides the following mid January 2025 market pricing guide to help you make the best decision on when to ship your car.

In mid January 2025, car shipping prices to Jacksonville, FL have stayed elevated in the New England, Eastern Seaboard, Midwest and Southeastern states. Snowbird season continues into mid January.

In most of the other regions, basically west of Florida, auto transport costs remain relatively stable to Jacksonville, FL. Those regions barely participate in Snowbird vehicle shipments to Florida.

Scroll down to see car shipping prices in your region to Jacksonville, FL during the mid January 2025 snowbird season. We include the average temperatures in mid January for each starting city. Use the Direct Express Auto Transport car shipping costs calculator for a precise quote for your vehicle shipment order.


Car Shipping Rates To Jacksonville, FL From New England Cities in mid January 2025

The New England states account for approximately 12%, or 541 vehicles out of 4,500 of all Snowbird auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. The number of vehicles available to ship has fallen 36% since ten days ago, but the car shipping prices are down only 10%.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Chestnut Hill, MA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,080 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $756
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Chestnut Hill through Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 34°F, lows around 17°F.

Worcester, MA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,100 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $770
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-90 W from Worcester to I-84 W; continue on I-84 W through Massachusetts and Connecticut to I-81 S; follow I-81 S through Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia to I-77 S; continue on I-77 S through North Carolina to I-26 E; follow I-26 E through South Carolina to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through Georgia and into Florida, then follow I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 34°F, lows around 17°F.

Portland, ME to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,200 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $840
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Portland through Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 31°F, lows around 13°F.

West Hartford, CT to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,050 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $735
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-84 W from West Hartford through Connecticut to I-81 S; continue on I-81 S through Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia to I-77 S; follow I-77 S through North Carolina to I-26 E; continue on I-26 E through South Carolina to I-95 S; follow I-95 S through Georgia and into Florida, then continue on I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 37°F, lows around 19°F.

Fall River, MA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,100 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $770
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-195 W from Fall River to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and into Florida, then follow I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 34°F, lows around 17°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of three days, and more likely four or five days.


Auto Transport Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Eastern Seaboard Cities in mid January 2025

The Eastern Seaboard states account for roughly 21%, or 2,100 vehicles out of ten thousand, of all Snowbird vehicle transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. As a result of the high demand for vehicle shipping service, the corresponding costs also jump.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city:

Car shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Manhattan, NY to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 932 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $718
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Manhattan through New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 40°F, lows around 28°F.

Medford, NY to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 950 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $732
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-495 W from Medford to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and into Florida, then follow I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 40°F, lows around 28°F.

Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 860 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $662
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Philadelphia through Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 41°F, lows around 26°F.

Atlantic City, NJ to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 860 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $662
  • Best Trucking Route: Take Atlantic City Expressway W to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and into Florida, then follow I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 42°F, lows around 24°F.

Buffalo, NY to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,000 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $770
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-90 E from Buffalo to I-81 S; continue on I-81 S through Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia to I-77 S; follow I-77 S through North Carolina to I-26 E; continue on I-26 E through South Carolina to I-95 S; follow I-95 S through Georgia and into Florida, then continue on I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 32°F, lows around 19°F.

Glen Burnie, MD to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 750 miles.
  • Car Transport Rate: $578
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Glen Burnie through Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 42°F, lows around 24°F.

Arlington, VA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 700 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Price: $539
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Arlington through Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 44°F, lows around 28°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of two days, and more likely three or four days.


Car Transport Rates To Jacksonville, FL From Carolina Cities in mid January 2025

The Carolina states and Virginia are still busy with auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. The number of cars available to ship has fallen since ten days ago and the car shipping prices are down about 20% too.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Norfolk, VA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 613 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $681
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Norfolk through Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 50°F, lows around 35°F.

Charlotte, NC to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 380 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $422
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-77 S from Charlotte to I-26 E; continue on I-26 E through South Carolina to I-95 S; follow I-95 S through Georgia and into Florida, then continue on I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 51°F, lows around 31°F.

High Point, NC to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 450 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $500
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-85 S from High Point to I-77 S; continue on I-77 S through North Carolina to I-26 E; follow I-26 E through South Carolina to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through Georgia and into Florida, then follow I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 49°F, lows around 29°F.

Columbia, SC to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 270 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $300
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-26 E from Columbia to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through South Carolina, Georgia, and into Florida, then follow I-95 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 57°F, lows around 37°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of two days, and more likely three or four days.


Vehicle Shipping Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Midwest Cities in mid January 2025

The Midwest states account for approximately 22%, or 980 vehicles out of 4,500 of all Snowbird auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. The number of cars available to ship has fallen 20% since ten days ago, and the car shipping prices are down about 12%.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Milwaukee, WI to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,159 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $881
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-94 E from Milwaukee to I-65 S; continue on I-65 S through Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee to I-24 E; follow I-24 E to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia and into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 30°F, lows around 18°F.

Glenview, IL to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,100 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $836
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-294 S from Glenview to I-65 S; continue on I-65 S through Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee to I-24 E; follow I-24 E to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia and into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 31°F, lows around 17°F.

Grand Rapids, MI to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,050 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $798
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-196 E from Grand Rapids to I-69 S; continue on I-69 S through Indiana to I-65 S; follow I-65 S through Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia and into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 31°F, lows around 18°F.

Montgomery, OH to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 750 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $570
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-71 S from Montgomery to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 40°F, lows around 22°F.

Noblesville, IN to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 850 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $646
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-69 S from Noblesville to I-465 E; continue on I-465 E to I-65 S; follow I-65 S through Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia and into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 36°F, lows around 20°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of three days, and more likely four or five days.


Auto Shipping Rates To Jacksonville, FL From Central Plains Cities in mid January 2025

The Central Plains are on the outer edge of the Midwest, and with a much lower population, auto transport shipments to Jacksonville, FL are negligible. There has been very little change in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Kearney, NE to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,477 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,108
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-80 E from Kearney through Nebraska and Iowa to I-74 E; continue on I-74 E through Illinois to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 40°F, lows around 20°F.

Kansas City, KS to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,150 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $863
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-70 E from Kansas City through Missouri to I-64 E; continue on I-64 E through Illinois and Indiana to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 39°F, lows around 20°F.

Norman, OK to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,100 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $825
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-35 S from Norman through Oklahoma and Texas to I-20 E; continue on I-20 E through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia to I-95 S; follow I-95 S into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 50°F, lows around 28°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of four days, and more likely five or six days.


Vehicle Transport Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Big Sky & Dakota Cities in mid January 2025

The Big Sky state, Montana, and Dakotas, are so spread out that it sometimes takes car transport services a while to put together full loads to Jacksonville, FL. Auto transport shipments to Jacksonville, FL are a drop in the bucket. There has been very little change in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Missoula, MT to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,514 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,760
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-90 E from Missoula through Montana, South Dakota, and Minnesota to I-94 E; continue on I-94 E through Wisconsin to I-90 E; follow I-90 E through Illinois to I-65 S; continue on I-65 S through Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee to I-24 E; follow I-24 E to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 32°F, lows around 17°F.

Butte, MT to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,373 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,661
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-90 E from Butte through Montana, South Dakota, and Minnesota to I-94 E; continue on I-94 E through Wisconsin to I-90 E; follow I-90 E through Illinois to I-65 S; continue on I-65 S through Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee to I-24 E; follow I-24 E to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 31°F, lows around 15°F.

Fargo, ND to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,700 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,190
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-94 E from Fargo through Minnesota to I-90 E; continue on I-90 E through Wisconsin to I-39 S; follow I-39 S through Illinois to I-74 E; continue on I-74 E to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 19°F, lows around 1°F.

Rapid City, SD to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,800 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $1,260
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-90 E from Rapid City through South Dakota and Minnesota to I-94 E; continue on I-94 E through Wisconsin to I-90 E; follow I-90 E through Illinois to I-65 S; continue on I-65 S through Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee to I-24 E; follow I-24 E to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 37°F, lows around 17°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of six days, and more likely seven or eight days.


Car Shipping Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Pacific NW Cities in mid January 2025

Fortunately, the Pacific Northwest has three major cities, Seattle, Portland, and Boise, that make it somewhat easier to amalgamate a full load to Jacksonville, FL. Even still, it may take time for a car shipping service to do that. Auto transport shipments to Jacksonville, FL are very little. There has been almost no change in car shipping prices in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Kirkland, WA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,900 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,769
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-90 E from Kirkland through Washington, Idaho, and Montana to I-94 E; continue on I-94 E through North Dakota and Minnesota to I-90 E; follow I-90 E through Wisconsin to I-39 S; continue on I-39 S through Illinois to I-74 E; follow I-74 E to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 46°F, lows around 38°F.
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Portland, OR to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,800 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,708
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-84 E from Portland through Oregon and Idaho to I-80 E; continue on I-80 E through Wyoming and Nebraska to I-29 S; follow I-29 S through Missouri to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Illinois and Indiana to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 48°F, lows around 37°F.

Corvallis, OR to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,850 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,739
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-5 S from Corvallis through Oregon to I-80 E; continue on I-80 E through Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming to I-29 S; follow I-29 S through Missouri to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Illinois and Indiana to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 45°F, lows around 34°F.

Coeur d’Alene, ID to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,600 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $1,586
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-90 E from Coeur d’Alene through Idaho and Montana to I-94 E; continue on I-94 E through North Dakota and Minnesota to I-90 E; follow I-90 E through Wisconsin to I-39 S; continue on I-39 S through Illinois to I-74 E; follow I-74 E to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 31°F, lows around 25°F.

Pocatello, ID to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,300 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $1,403
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-15 S from Pocatello through Idaho and Utah to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Colorado and Kansas to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 30°F, lows around 18°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of seven days, and more likely eight to ten days.


Auto Transport Rates To Jacksonville, FL From Rocky Mountain Cities in mid January 2025

The Rocky Mountain states are difficult for auto transport services to Jacksonville, FL because of the rugged terrain and huge land area. Vehicle shipping from Denver, Colorado is the safest bet to secure a carrier for the long haul to Jacksonville. Auto transport shipments to Jacksonville, FL are small by comparison. There has been almost no change in car shipping prices in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Pueblo, CO to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,779 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,014
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-25 N from Pueblo to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Kansas and Missouri to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Illinois and Indiana to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 43°F, lows around 15°F.

Boulder, CO to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,768 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,008
  • Best Trucking Route: Take US-36 E from Boulder to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Kansas and Missouri to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Illinois and Indiana to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 45°F, lows around 20°F.

Sandy, UT to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,200 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,254
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-15 S from Sandy to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Colorado and Kansas to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 38°F, lows around 24°F.

Park City, UT to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,200 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $1,254
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-80 E from Park City to I-76 E; continue on I-76 E through Nebraska to I-70 E; follow I-70 E through Kansas and Missouri to I-64 E; continue on I-64 E through Illinois and Indiana to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 34°F, lows around 13°F.

Cheyenne, WY to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,800 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $1,026
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-25 S from Cheyenne to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Kansas and Missouri to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Illinois and Indiana to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 40°F, lows around 20°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of four days, and more likely five or six days.


Car Transport Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Southwest Cities in mid January 2025

The Southwest states make it easier for car transport services to move cars to Jacksonville, FL because the weather is less of an issue in the Southwest region. Auto transport shipments to Jacksonville, FL are not much, especially compared to California. There has been almost no change in car shipping prices in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Surprise, AZ to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,072 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,098
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Surprise through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 54°F, lows around 43°F.

Goodyear, AZ to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,066 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,095
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Goodyear through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 54°F, lows around 43°F.

Las Vegas, NV to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,200 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,166
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-15 S from Las Vegas to I-40 E; continue on I-40 E through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Arkansas to I-20 E; follow I-20 E through Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-95 N to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 61°F, lows around 43°F.

Las Cruces, NM to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,600 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $848
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Las Cruces through New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 52°F, lows around 34°F.

Your car is likely to be on a car transport carrier for a minimum of five days, and probably six or seven days.


Vehicle Shipping Rates To Jacksonville, FL From California Cities in mid January 2025

California accounts for roughly 6%, or 259 vehicles out of 4,500 of all Snowbird auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. But the change in car shipping costs has been next to nothing.

Our hearts are with the people of Los Angeles during the still ongoing fires in Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Malibu, and more.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,200
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Los Angeles through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 68°F, lows around 49°F.

Anaheim, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,200
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Anaheim through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 68°F, lows around 49°F.

Daly City, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,250
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-80 E from Daly City through California and Nevada to I-15 S; continue on I-15 S through Utah to I-70 E; follow I-70 E through Colorado and Kansas to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 57°F, lows around 45°F.

Irvine, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $1,200
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Irvine through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 68°F, lows around 49°F.

La Mesa, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,300 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $1,150
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-8 E from La Mesa to I-10 E; continue on I-10 E through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 66°F, lows around 48°F.

Ontario, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Car Transport Rate: $1,200
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Ontario through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 68°F, lows around 49°F.

Palm Desert, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,300 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Price: $1,150
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Palm Desert through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 70°F, lows around 50°F.

Palo Alto, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Cost: $1,250
  • Best Trucking Route: Take US-101 S from Palo Alto to I-5 S; continue on I-5 S through California to I-10 E; follow I-10 E through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 57°F, lows around 45°F.

Riverside, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,200
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Riverside through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 68°F, lows around 49°F.

Long Beach, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,200
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Long Beach through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 68°F, lows around 49°F.

Santa Clara, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,250
  • Best Trucking Route: Take US-101 S from Santa Clara to I-5 S; continue on I-5 S through California to I-10 E; follow I-10 E through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 57°F, lows around 45°F.

Santa Clarita, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Vehicle Transport Quote: $1,200
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-5 S from Santa Clarita to I-10 E; continue on I-10 E through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 66°F, lows around 48°F.

Your vehicle is likely to be on a car shipping carrier for a minimum of six days, and probably seven to nine days.


Auto Shipping Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Texas Cities in mid January 2025

Eastern Texas, in what is called the Lone Star State, is heavily populated and bristling with large metropolitan areas, and many mid-size and smaller towns too. Texas accounts for roughly 4%, or 188 vehicles out of 4,500 of all Snowbird auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. The change in car shipping prices has been minimal.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Houston, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 870 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $507
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Houston through Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 60°F, lows around 40°F.

Lubbock, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,337 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $776
  • Best Trucking Route: Take US-84 E from Lubbock to I-20 E; continue on I-20 E through Texas to I-10 E; follow I-10 E through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 50°F, lows around 30°F.

Killeen, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,070 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $621
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-35 S from Killeen to San Antonio; continue on I-10 E through Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 55°F, lows around 35°F.

Round Rock, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,036 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $601
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-35 S from Round Rock to San Antonio; continue on I-10 E through Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 55°F, lows around 35°F.

Sugar Land, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 890 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $516
  • Best Trucking Route: Take US-59 S from Sugar Land to I-10 E; continue on I-10 E through Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 60°F, lows around 40°F.

North Richland Hills, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,050 miles.
  • Car Transport Rate: $609
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-20 E from North Richland Hills to I-10 E; continue on I-10 E through Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 50°F, lows around 30°F.

Galveston, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 895 miles.
  • Vehicle Transport Quote: $519
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-45 N from Galveston to Houston; continue on I-10 E through Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, continuing on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 60°F, lows around 40°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle shipping carrier for a minimum of three days, and probably four or five days to Jacksonville, FL.


Vehicle Transport Rates To Jacksonville, FL From Southern Cities in mid January 2025

Most of the Southern states are relatively close to Jacksonville, FL which makes it far easier for an auto transport service. The Southern states account for roughly 6%, or 288 vehicles out of 4,500 of all Snowbird auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. The change in car shipping prices has gone down about 10% in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, FL with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Atlanta, GA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 346 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $374
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-75 S from Atlanta through Georgia into Florida, then continue on I-75 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 60°F, lows around 40°F.

Warner Robins, GA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 258 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $280
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-75 S from Warner Robins through Georgia into Florida, then continue on I-75 S to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 55°F, lows around 35°F.

Nashville, TN to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 595 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $642
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-24 E from Nashville to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Tennessee and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 45°F, lows around 30°F.

Memphis, TN to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 666 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $720
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-40 E from Memphis to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Tennessee and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 40°F, lows around 25°F.

Birmingham, AL to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 491 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $530
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-65 S from Birmingham to Montgomery, then take I-85 S to I-185 S; continue on I-185 S to I-75 S, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 50°F, lows around 30°F.

Metairie, LA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 550 miles.
  • Car Shipping Cost: $594
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Metairie through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and into Florida, then continue on I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 60°F, lows around 40°F.

Lexington, KY to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 716 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $773
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-75 S from Lexington through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 35°F, lows around 20°F.

Little Rock, AR to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 804 miles.
  • Vehicle Transport Quote: $868
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-40 E from Little Rock to I-30 E; continue on I-30 E to I-20 E, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 40°F, lows around 25°F.

Jackson, MS to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 590 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Cost: $638
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-20 E from Jackson to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-10 E to Jacksonville.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 50°F, lows around 30°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of two days, and more likely three or four days.


Car Shipping Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Upper Midwest Cities in mid January 2025

In the Upper Midwest states, there are fortunately some big cities to make it easier for car shipping services. It shouldn’t take too long to amalgamate full loads to Jacksonville, FL Auto transport shipments to Jacksonville, FL are small by comparison. Car shipping prices in the past ten days have gone down roughly 12%.

Here are the mid January 2025 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Minneapolis, MN to Jacksonville, FL

  • Car Shipping Cost: $924
  • Driving Distance: 1,200 miles

Saint Cloud, MN to Jacksonville, FL

  • Car Shipping Cost: $886
  • Driving Distance: 1,150 miles

Iowa City, IA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Car Shipping Cost: $732
  • Driving Distance: 950 miles

O’Fallon, MO to Jacksonville, FL

  • Car Shipping Cost: $662
  • Driving Distance: 860 miles

Kansas City, MO to Jacksonville, FL

  • Car Shipping Cost: $654
  • Driving Distance: 850 miles

Best Trucking Routes:

  • Minneapolis, MN: Take I-94 E to I-90 E; continue on I-90 E to I-75 S, which will lead directly into Jacksonville.
  • Saint Cloud, MN: Take I-94 E to I-90 E; continue on I-90 E and merge with I-75 S, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Iowa City, IA: Take I-80 E to I-75 S, continue all the way to Jacksonville.
  • O’Fallon, MO: Take I-64 E to I-57 S, and merge onto I-10 E toward Jacksonville.
  • Kansas City, MO: Take I-70 E to I-64 E, then take I-75 S toward Jacksonville.

Average Fahrenheit Temperatures in Mid-January:

  • Minneapolis, MN: Highs around 20°F, lows around 5°F.
  • Saint Cloud, MN: Highs around 18°F, lows around -2°F.
  • Iowa City, IA: Highs around 27°F, lows around 10°F.
  • O’Fallon, MO: Highs around 35°F, lows around 20°F.
  • Kansas City, MO: Highs around 38°F, lows around 22°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of four days, and more likely five or six days.

Bottom Line: Snowbird Car Shipping Prices To Jacksonville, FL

It is a good thing that 58% Snowbird car shipping prices to Jacksonville, FL are priced sufficiently well enough to ship a car within 7 days. Those vehicles at the top of the carrier fee pool are likely to get super fast, expedited auto transport service to anywhere in Florida. Unfortunately, 42% of Snowbird customers are priced too cheap and will likely wait longer than necessary.

An auto transport service will likely ship your car promptly and securely for the right carrier fee. We provide three options, which depend on the size, route, timeframe, and season.

As a consumer, it is important to understand the services involved in vehicle shipping from your region of the country to Jacksonville, FL.

The Original Car Shipping Prices Calculator To Jacksonville, Florida For Snowbirds

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping costs calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to Jacksonville, Florida.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient.

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker.

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate.

Here are just some of the major Florida destination hubs during the auto transport snowbird season that we service:

Miami
Fort Lauderdale
Boca Raton
Melbourne
Orlando
Jacksonville
Tampa
Sarasota
Fort Myers
Naples

Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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Vehicle Shipping Prices To Tampa, FL in Mid January

Vehicle Shipping Prices To Tampa, FL in Mid January 2025

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As we continue to track the Snowbirds mid January 2025 vehicle shipping prices to Tampa, FL and elsewhere in the sunshine state, we notice that the volume of orders on any given day has decreased 10%.

In the beginning of January, there were on average daily about five thousand single vehicles in running condition listed as preferring OPEN Car Transport. That number has decreased in mid January to 4,500 vehicles available at any given time. Still a hefty amount.

That is not to say there are 4,500 new orders every day. There most certainly is not. Many of those vehicles have been waiting for a carrier for anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. Why so long?

In some cases the laggard orders are those located in a remote location, or have been affected by harsh winter storms such as Blair.  But most of the orders waiting weeks and weeks, have simply been under-priced and carriers have rejected them in favor of higher paying fees on other vehicles.

Rule #1 – the highest paying vehicles on the board, comparing apples to apples, always ship first. And it does not matter how long a vehicle order has been waiting.

A fresh car shipping order entered today, paying a higher carrier fee than one entered weeks ago, will land a spot on an auto transport trailer first. The vehicle shipping industry is not first come – first served.

Our Study: What percentage of Snowbird vehicle shipments are too cheap?

Our answer is borne of experience. It is not scientific, though it does have a nice scientific pool of orders to evaluate.

Here is our test case scenario: At the present time, car shipping from New Jersey to Florida, there are 99 vehicles on the board waiting for a carrier assignment, all sedans, in running condition, and shipping OPEN car transport. In our opinion, in general, a vehicle priced at $825 or less (including broker fee) has little chance of securing a spot on a trailer until all the higher paying vehicles have shipped. And that will take awhile.

Here’s our analysis of the New Jersey to Florida scenario in mid January 2025:

Estimated Total Price / 
(Includes Broker Fee)

Percentage of  Orders / 

Chance of Shipping Within 7 Days

Over $1200

3%

Exceptionally High

$1000 to $1199

5%

Extremely High

$950 to $999

12%

Very High

$900 to $949

28%

Good

$850 to $899

9%

Fair

$800 to $849

14%

If Lucky

$750 to $799

5%

Little

$700 to $749

9%

Poor

$650 to $699

5%

Very Poor

$600 to $649

5%

Extremely Poor

Below $600

4%

Slim to None

The same percentages of under priced and cheap car shipping costs play out in nearly every market or region.

The above table is probably a good representation of the current Snowbird vehicle shipping cost market to Florida. As you can see, there are approximately 28% of customer orders that have little to no chance of shipping to Florida in the next few weeks. Many have been waiting for weeks, and are likely to continue to do so.

If you add the 14% of customers who are close, but nevertheless, still getting soundly beat and simply hoping to get lucky, that 28% swells to 42% of customers who are basically on the outside looking in. Their car shipping price is too cheap.

Why does that happen? Sometimes customers book their January car shipments in November or December when pricing is low. It worked then, but not during the high Snowbird season. Sometimes it is the fault of the broker, and that’s a whole other conversation. Don’t get us started.

Fortunately, 58% of customers are priced sufficiently well enough to ship a car within 7 days. Those at the top of the carrier fee pool are likely to get super fast, expedited auto transport service to Florida.

Tampa in particular, is a popular destination for car transport companies in the winter. So are the surrounding communities such as St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Largo, Pinellas Park, Wesley Chapel, New Port Richey, and more.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Vehicle shipping prices to Tampa, FL stay elevated through mid January
  • The western states do not participate nearly as much in the winter season during auto transport migration to Tampa, Florida
  • About 58% of all vehicle shipping orders are priced high enough to land a spot on trailer within 7 days of availability
  • About 42% of all car transport orders are priced too cheap during Snowbird season in mid January 2025
  • The highest paying auto transport orders to Tampa, FL ship first
  • The car shipping quotes calculator greatly reduces the price on the reverse direction backhauls from Tampa, FL during snowbird seasonal fluctuations

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Vehicle shipping prices Calculator To Tampa, FL During Snowbird Season in mid January 2025

Direct Express Auto Transport, with over 20 years of experience in calculating vehicle shipping prices to Tampa, FL, provides the following mid January 2025 market pricing guide to help you make the best decision on when to ship your car.

In mid January 2025, vehicle shipping prices to Tampa, FL have stayed elevated in the New England, Eastern Seaboard, Midwest and Southeastern states. Snowbird season continues into mid January.

In most of the other regions, basically west of Florida, auto transport costs remain relatively stable to Tampa, FL. Those regions barely participate in Snowbird vehicle shipments to Florida.

Scroll down to see vehicle shipping prices in your region to Tampa, FL during the mid January 2025 snowbird season. We include the average temperatures in mid January for each starting city. Use the Direct Express Auto Transport car shipping costs calculator for a precise quote for your vehicle shipment order.


Car Shipping Quotes To Tampa, FL From New England Cities in mid January 2025

The New England states account for approximately 12%, or 541 vehicles out of 4,500 of all Snowbird auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. The number of vehicles available to ship has fallen 36% since ten days ago, but the vehicle shipping prices are down only 10%.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Boston, MA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,350 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $945
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-90 W from Boston to I-84 W; continue on I-84 W to I-81 S; follow I-81 S through Pennsylvania and Virginia; then take I-77 S through North Carolina; merge onto I-26 E to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through South Carolina and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 37°F, lows around 22°F.

Portsmouth, NH to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,410 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $987
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Portsmouth through New Hampshire and Massachusetts; continue on I-95 S through Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 34°F, lows around 16°F.

Norwalk, CT to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,200 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $840
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Norwalk through Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 38°F, lows around 22°F.

Bangor, ME to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,550 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $1,085
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Bangor through Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 27°F, lows around 7°F.

Providence, RI to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,300 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $910
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Providence through Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 37°F, lows around 20°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Tampa, FL for a minimum of three days, and more likely four or five days.


Auto Transport Rates To Tampa, FL From Eastern Seaboard Cities in mid January 2025

The Eastern Seaboard states account for approximately 12%, or 541 vehicles out of 4,500 of all Snowbird auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. The number of vehicles available to ship has fallen 36% since ten days ago, but the vehicle shipping prices are down only 10%.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city:

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Staten Island, NY to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,118 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $861
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Staten Island through New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 40°F, lows around 25°F.

Syracuse, NY to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,272 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $979
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-81 S from Syracuse through Pennsylvania and Maryland to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 31°F, lows around 15°F.

Woodbridge, NJ to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,100 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $847
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Woodbridge through New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 40°F, lows around 24°F.

Reading, PA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,050 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $809
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-78 W from Reading to I-81 S; continue on I-81 S through Pennsylvania and Maryland to I-95 S; follow I-95 S through Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 38°F, lows around 22°F.

Silver Spring, MD to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 900 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $693
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Silver Spring through Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 43°F, lows around 27°F.

Wilmington, DE to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,000 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $770
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-95 S from Wilmington through Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 41°F, lows around 25°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Tampa, FL for a minimum of two days, and more likely three or four days.


Car Transport Quotes To Tampa, FL From Carolina Cities in mid January 2025

The Carolina states and Virginia are still busy with auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. The number of cars available to ship has fallen since ten days ago and the vehicle shipping prices are down about 20% too.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Charlotte, NC to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 580 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $645
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-77 S from Charlotte to Columbia, SC; then take I-26 E to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through South Carolina and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 51°F, lows around 30°F.
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Asheville, NC to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 600 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $666
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-26 E from Asheville to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through South Carolina and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 47°F, lows around 27°F.

Wilmington, NC to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 600 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $666
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-40 W from Wilmington to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through South Carolina and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 56°F, lows around 36°F.
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Rock Hill, SC to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 570 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $634
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-77 S from Rock Hill to Columbia, SC; then take I-26 E to I-95 S; continue on I-95 S through South Carolina and Georgia into Florida; then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 51°F, lows around 30°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Tampa, FL for a minimum of two days, and more likely three or four days.


Vehicles Shipping Rates To Tampa, FL From Midwest Cities in mid January 2025

The Midwest states account for approximately 22%, or 980 vehicles out of 4,500 of all Snowbird auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. The number of cars available to ship has fallen 20% since ten days ago, and the vehicle shipping prices are down about 12%.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Milwaukee, WI to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,269 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $964
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-94 E from Milwaukee to I-65 S; continue on I-65 S through Indiana and Kentucky to I-24 E; follow I-24 E through Tennessee to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 30°F, lows around 16°F.

Appleton, WI to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,367 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,039
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-41 S from Appleton to I-94 E; continue on I-94 E to I-65 S; follow I-65 S through Indiana and Kentucky to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E through Tennessee to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 25°F, lows around 10°F.

Elgin, IL to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,200 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $912
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-90 E from Elgin to I-65 S; continue on I-65 S through Indiana and Kentucky to I-24 E; follow I-24 E through Tennessee to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 31°F, lows around 15°F.

Dearborn, MI to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,150 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $874
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-75 S from Dearborn through Ohio and Kentucky; continue on I-75 S through Tennessee and Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 32°F, lows around 19°F.

Dayton, OH to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 950 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $722
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-75 S from Dayton through Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 37°F, lows around 21°F.

Carmel, IN to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,000 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $760
  • Best Trucking Route: Take US-31 S from Carmel to I-65 S; continue on I-65 S through Indiana and Kentucky to I-24 E; follow I-24 E through Tennessee to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 36°F, lows around 20°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Tampa, FL for a minimum of three days, and more likely four or five days.


Auto Shipping Quotes To Tampa, FL From Central Plains Cities in mid January 2025

The Central Plains are on the outer edge of the Midwest, and with a much lower population, auto transport shipments to Tampa, FL are negligible. There has been very little change in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Lincoln, NE to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,447 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,085
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-80 E from Lincoln to I-29 S; continue on I-29 S through Missouri to I-70 E; follow I-70 E through Missouri to I-64 E; continue on I-64 E through Illinois to I-57 S; follow I-57 S to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 36°F, lows around 15°F.

Lawrence, KS to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,294 miles.
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  • Auto Transport Quote: $971
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-70 E from Lawrence to I-64 E; continue on I-64 E through Missouri and Illinois to I-57 S; follow I-57 S to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 40°F, lows around 20°F.

Edmond, OK to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,150 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $863
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-35 S from Edmond through Oklahoma and Texas to I-20 E; continue on I-20 E through Louisiana to I-49 S; follow I-49 S to I-10 E; continue on I-10 E through Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; follow I-75 S in Florida, then take I-4 W, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 50°F, lows around 28°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Tampa, FL for a minimum of four days, and more likely five or six days.


Vehicles Transport Rates To Tampa, FL From Big Sky & Dakota Cities in mid January 2025

The Big Sky state, Montana, and Dakotas, are so spread out that it sometimes takes car transport services a while to put together full loads to Tampa, FL. Auto transport shipments to Tampa, FL are a drop in the bucket. There has been very little change in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Great Falls, MT to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,503 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,752
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-15 S from Great Falls to I-90 E; continue on I-90 E through Montana and South Dakota to I-29 S; follow I-29 S through Iowa to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Missouri to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Illinois to I-57 S; continue on I-57 S to I-24 E; follow I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 35°F, lows around 18°F.

Helena, MT to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,750
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-15 S from Helena to I-90 E; continue on I-90 E through Montana and South Dakota to I-29 S; follow I-29 S through Iowa to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Missouri to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Illinois to I-57 S; continue on I-57 S to I-24 E; follow I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 31°F, lows around 13°F.

Fargo, ND to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,700 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,190
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-94 E from Fargo to I-29 S; continue on I-29 S through South Dakota to I-80 E; follow I-80 E through Iowa to I-74 E; continue on I-74 E through Illinois to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 19°F, lows around 1°F.

Rapid City, SD to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,900 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $1,330
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-90 E from Rapid City to I-29 S; continue on I-29 S through South Dakota to I-80 E; follow I-80 E through Iowa to I-74 E; continue on I-74 E through Illinois to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 37°F, lows around 15°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Tampa, FL for a minimum of six days, and more likely seven or eight days.


Car Shipping Rates To Tampa, FL From Pacific NW Cities in mid January 2025

Fortunately, the Pacific Northwest has three major cities, Seattle, Portland, and Boise, that make it somewhat easier to amalgamate a full load to Tampa, FL. Even still, it may take time for a car shipping service to do that. Auto transport shipments to Tampa, FL are very little. There has been almost no change in vehicle shipping prices in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Tacoma, WA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 3,117 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,901
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-5 S from Tacoma to I-90 E; continue on I-90 E through Washington, Idaho, and Montana to I-29 S; follow I-29 S through Iowa to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Missouri to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Illinois to I-57 S; continue on I-57 S to I-24 E; follow I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 47°F, lows around 38°F.

Everett, WA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 3,126 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,907
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-5 S from Everett to I-90 E; continue on I-90 E through Washington, Idaho, and Montana to I-29 S; follow I-29 S through Iowa to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Missouri to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Illinois to I-57 S; continue on I-57 S to I-24 E; follow I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 46°F, lows around 37°F.

Lake Oswego, OR to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 3,000 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,830
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-5 S from Lake Oswego to I-84 E; continue on I-84 E through Oregon and Idaho to I-80 E; follow I-80 E through Wyoming and Nebraska to I-29 S; continue on I-29 S through Missouri to I-70 E; follow I-70 E through Missouri to I-64 E; continue on I-64 E through Illinois to I-57 S; follow I-57 S to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 47°F, lows around 34°F.

Bend, OR to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,900 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $1,769
  • Best Trucking Route: Take US-97 S from Bend to I-84 E; continue on I-84 E through Oregon and Idaho to I-80 E; follow I-80 E through Wyoming and Nebraska to I-29 S; continue on I-29 S through Missouri to I-70 E; follow I-70 E through Missouri to I-64 E; continue on I-64 E through Illinois to I-57 S; follow I-57 S to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 41°F, lows around 22°F.

Caldwell, ID to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,600 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $1,586
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-84 E from Caldwell through Idaho to I-80 E; continue on I-80 E through Wyoming and Nebraska to I-29 S; follow I-29 S through Missouri to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Missouri to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Illinois to I-57 S; continue on I-57 S to I-24 E; follow I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 38°F, lows around 23°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Tampa, FL for a minimum of seven days, and more likely eight to ten days.


Auto Transport Quotes To Tampa, FL From Rocky Mountain Cities in mid January 2025

The Rocky Mountain states are difficult for auto transport services to Tampa, FL because of the rugged terrain and huge land area. Vehicle shipping from Denver, Colorado is the safest bet to secure a carrier for the long haul to Tampa. Auto transport shipments to Tampa, FL are small by comparison. There has been almost no change in vehicle shipping prices in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Thornton, CO to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,800 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,026
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-25 S from Thornton to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Kansas to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Missouri and Illinois to I-57 S; continue on I-57 S to I-24 E; follow I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 45°F, lows around 23°F.

Loveland, CO to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,850 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,055
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-25 S from Loveland to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Kansas to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Missouri and Illinois to I-57 S; continue on I-57 S to I-24 E; follow I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 44°F, lows around 19°F.

Provo, UT to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,300 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,311
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-15 S from Provo to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Colorado and Kansas to I-64 E; follow I-64 E through Missouri and Illinois to I-57 S; continue on I-57 S to I-24 E; follow I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 35°F, lows around 20°F.

Saint George, UT to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,200 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $1,254
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-15 S from Saint George to I-40 E; continue on I-40 E through Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas to I-30 E; follow I-30 E through Arkansas to I-40 E; continue on I-40 E through Tennessee to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 53°F, lows around 31°F.

Laramie, WY to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,900 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $1,083
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-80 E from Laramie through Nebraska to I-29 S; continue on I-29 S through Missouri to I-70 E; follow I-70 E through Missouri to I-64 E; continue on I-64 E through Illinois to I-57 S; follow I-57 S to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 34°F, lows around 14°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Tampa, FL for a minimum of four days, and more likely five or six days.


Car Transport Rates To Tampa, FL From Southwest Cities in mid January 2025

The Southwest states make it easier for car transport services to move cars to Tampa, FL because the weather is less of an issue in the Southwest region. Auto transport shipments to Tampa, FL are not much, especially compared to California. There has been almost no change in vehicle shipping prices in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Glendale, AZ to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,168 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,149
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Glendale through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 66°F, lows around 44°F.

Avondale, AZ to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,160 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,145
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Avondale through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 66°F, lows around 44°F.

Henderson, NV to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,300 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,219
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-515 S from Henderson to I-40 E; continue on I-40 E through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Arkansas, Tennessee, and North Carolina to I-95 S; follow I-95 S through South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida to I-4 W; continue on I-4 W to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 57°F, lows around 34°F.

Santa Fe, NM to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,800 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $954
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-25 S from Santa Fe to I-40 E; continue on I-40 E through New Mexico, Texas, Arkansas, Tennessee, and North Carolina to I-95 S; follow I-95 S through South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida to I-4 W; continue on I-4 W to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 44°F, lows around 20°F.

Your car is likely to be on a car transport carrier for a minimum of five days, and probably six or seven days.


Vehicle Shipping Quotes To Tampa, FL From California Cities in mid January 2025

California accounts for roughly 6%, or 259 vehicles out of 4,500 of all Snowbird auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. But the change in car shipping costs has been next to nothing.

Our hearts are with the people of Los Angeles during the still ongoing fires in Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Malibu, and more.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

San Francisco, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,250
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-80 E from San Francisco through California and Nevada to I-15 S; continue on I-15 S through Utah to I-70 E; follow I-70 E through Colorado and Kansas to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 57°F, lows around 46°F.

Santa Monica, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,200 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,100
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Santa Monica through California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 65°F, lows around 50°F.

Santa Rosa, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,250
  • Best Trucking Route: Take US-101 S from Santa Rosa to I-80 E; continue on I-80 E through California and Nevada to I-15 S; follow I-15 S through Utah to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Colorado and Kansas to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 57°F, lows around 38°F.

Vallejo, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $1,250
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-80 E from Vallejo through California and Nevada to I-15 S; continue on I-15 S through Utah to I-70 E; follow I-70 E through Colorado and Kansas to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 56°F, lows around 41°F.

Victorville, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,200 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $1,100
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-15 S from Victorville to I-10 E; continue on I-10 E through California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; follow I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 58°F, lows around 34°F.

Woodland, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,250
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-80 E from Woodland through California and Nevada to I-15 S; continue on I-15 S through Utah to I-70 E; follow I-70 E through Colorado and Kansas to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 55°F, lows around 38°F.

Yorba Linda, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,200 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,100
  • Best Trucking Route: Take CA-91 E from Yorba Linda to I-10 E; continue on I-10 E through California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; follow I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 68°F, lows around 45°F.

Murrieta, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,200 miles.
  • Car Transport Rate: $1,100
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-215 S from Murrieta to I-10 E; continue on I-10 E through California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; follow I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 67°F, lows around 42°F.

Napa, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Price: $1,250
  • Best Trucking Route: Take CA-29 S from Napa to I-80 E; continue on I-80 E through California and Nevada to I-15 S; follow I-15 S through Utah to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Colorado and Kansas to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 57°F, lows around 38°F.

Monterey Park, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,200 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,100
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Monterey Park through California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 68°F, lows around 46°F.

Mountain View, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,250
  • Best Trucking Route: Take US-101 S from Mountain View to I-80 E; continue on I-80 E through California and Nevada to I-15 S; follow I-15 S through Utah to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Colorado and Kansas to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 60°F, lows around 41°F.

Citrus Heights, CA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,250
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-80 E from Citrus Heights through California and Nevada to I-15 S; continue on I-15 S through Utah to I-70 E; follow I-70 E through Colorado and Kansas to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 54°F, lows around 37°F.

Your vehicle is likely to be on a car shipping carrier for a minimum of six days, and probably seven to nine days.


Auto Shipping Rates To Tampa, FL From Texas Cities in mid January 2025

Eastern Texas, in what is called the Lone Star State, is heavily populated and bristling with large metropolitan areas, and many mid-size and smaller towns too. Texas accounts for roughly 4%, or 188 vehicles out of 4,500 of all Snowbird auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. The change in vehicle shipping prices has been minimal.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Houston, TX to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 981 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $569
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Houston through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 64°F, lows around 47°F.

San Antonio, TX to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,100 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $638
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from San Antonio through Houston, then continue on I-10 E through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; follow I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 62°F, lows around 41°F.

Austin, TX to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,050 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $609
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-35 S from Austin to San Antonio, then I-10 E through Houston, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 61°F, lows around 41°F.

Amarillo, TX to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,400 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $812
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-40 E from Amarillo through Oklahoma and Arkansas to I-30 E; continue on I-30 E to I-20 E; follow I-20 E through Mississippi and Alabama to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then take I-4 W in Florida, continuing west to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 50°F, lows around 24°F.

Beaumont, TX to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 950 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $551
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from Beaumont through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 61°F, lows around 42°F.

Lewisville, TX to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,100 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $638
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-35E S from Lewisville to Dallas, then I-20 E through Louisiana and Mississippi to I-59 S; continue on I-59 S through Alabama to I-10 E; follow I-10 E through Alabama and Florida to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 56°F, lows around 36°F.

Bryan, TX to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,000 miles.
  • Car Transport Rate: $580
  • Best Trucking Route: Take TX-21 E from Bryan to I-45 S; continue on I-45 S to Houston, then take I-10 E through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; follow I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 60°F, lows around 40°F.

Mansfield, TX to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,100 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Price: $638
  • Best Trucking Route: Take US-287 S from Mansfield to I-20 E; continue on I-20 E through Louisiana and Mississippi to I-59 S; follow I-59 S through Alabama to I-10 E; continue on I-10 E through Alabama and Florida to I-75 S; follow I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 56°F, lows around 36°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle shipping carrier for a minimum of three days, and probably four or five days to Tampa, FL.


Vehicle Transport Quotes To Tampa, FL From Southern Cities in mid January 2025

Most of the Southern states are relatively close to Tampa, FL which makes it far easier for an auto transport service. The Southern states account for roughly 6%, or 288 vehicles out of 4,500 of all Snowbird auto transport shipments to Florida in mid January 2025. The change in vehicle shipping prices has gone down about 10% in the past ten days.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 456 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $493
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-75 S from Atlanta through Georgia into Florida, then continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 54°F, lows around 33°F.

South Fulton, GA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 460 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $497
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-85 S from South Fulton to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then follow I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 54°F, lows around 33°F.

Nashville, TN to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 700 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $756
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-24 E from Nashville to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S through Tennessee and Georgia into Florida, then follow I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 48°F, lows around 28°F.

Knoxville, TN to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 650 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $702
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-75 S from Knoxville through Tennessee and Georgia into Florida, then continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 47°F, lows around 28°F.

Birmingham, AL to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 600 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $648
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-65 S from Birmingham to I-10 E; continue on I-10 E through Alabama and Florida to I-75 S; follow I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 54°F, lows around 34°F.

New Orleans, LA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 650 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $702
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-10 E from New Orleans through Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 62°F, lows around 45°F.

Louisville, KY to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 850 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $918
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-65 S from Louisville through Kentucky and Tennessee to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, then continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 43°F, lows around 26°F.

Fayetteville, AR to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,000 miles.
  • Car Transport Rate: $1,080
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-49 S from Fayetteville to I-40 E; continue on I-40 E through Arkansas and Tennessee to I-55 S; follow I-55 S through Mississippi to I-10 E; continue on I-10 E through Alabama and Florida to I-75 S; follow I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 47°F, lows around 26°F.

Oxford, MS to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 700 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Price: $756
  • Best Trucking Route: Take MS-6 E from Oxford to I-55 S; continue on I-55 S to I-10 E; follow I-10 E through Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida to I-75 S; continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 51°F, lows around 31°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Tampa, FL for a minimum of two days, and more likely three or four days.


Car Shipping Rates To Tampa, FL From Upper Midwest Cities in mid January 2025

In the Upper Midwest states, there are fortunately some big cities to make it easier for car shipping services. It shouldn’t take too long to amalgamate full loads to Tampa, FL. Auto transport shipments to Tampa, FL are small by comparison. Vehicle shipping prices in the past ten days have gone down roughly 12%.

Here are the mid January 2025 market vehicle shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Tampa, Florida, with average mid January temperatures in each starting city: 

Vehicle shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Minneapolis, MN to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,584 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,220
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-94 E from Minneapolis to I-90 E; continue on I-90 E through Wisconsin to I-39 S; follow I-39 S to I-74 E; continue on I-74 E through Illinois to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 24°F, lows around 10°F.

Woodbury, MN to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,570 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $1,208
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-94 E from Woodbury to I-90 E; continue on I-90 E through Wisconsin to I-39 S; follow I-39 S to I-74 E; continue on I-74 E through Illinois to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 24°F, lows around 10°F.

Des Moines, IA to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,350 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $1,040
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-35 S from Des Moines through Iowa and Missouri to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Missouri to I-57 S; follow I-57 S through Illinois to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E through Kentucky to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Tennessee, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 31°F, lows around 14°F.

St. Joseph, MO to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,250 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $963
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-29 S from St. Joseph to I-70 E; continue on I-70 E through Missouri to I-57 S; follow I-57 S through Illinois to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E through Kentucky to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Tennessee, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 38°F, lows around 19°F.

Kansas City, MO to Tampa, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,250 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $963
  • Best Trucking Route: Take I-70 E from Kansas City through Missouri to I-57 S; follow I-57 S through Illinois to I-24 E; continue on I-24 E through Kentucky to I-75 S; follow I-75 S through Tennessee, Georgia, and into Florida, then continue on I-75 S to Tampa.
  • Average Temperature in Mid-January: Highs around 39°F, lows around 20°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Tampa, FL for a minimum of four days, and more likely five or six days.

Bottom Line: Snowbird Vehicle shipping prices To Tampa, FL

It is a good thing that 58% Snowbird vehicle shipping prices to Tampa, FL are priced sufficiently well enough to ship a car within 7 days. Those vehicles at the top of the carrier fee pool are likely to get super fast, expedited auto transport service to anywhere in Florida. Unfortunately, 42% of Snowbird customers are priced too cheap and will likely wait longer than necessary.

An auto transport service will likely ship your car promptly and securely for the right carrier fee. We provide three options, which depend on the size, route, timeframe, and season.

As a consumer, it is important to understand the services involved in vehicle shipping from your region of the country to Tampa, FL.

The Original Vehicle Shipping Prices Calculator To Tampa, Florida For Snowbirds

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping costs calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to Tampa, Florida.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient.

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker.

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate.

Here are just some of the major Florida destination hubs during the auto transport snowbird season that we service:

Miami
Fort Lauderdale
Boca Raton
Melbourne
Orlando
Jacksonville
Tampa
Sarasota
Fort Myers
Naples

Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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Car Shipping Prices To Jacksonville, FL in Late-November

Car Shipping Prices To Jacksonville, FL in Late-November 2024

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Car Shipping Prices To Jacksonville, FL in Late-November 2024

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We are tracking car shipping prices to Jacksonville, FL from numerous cities throughout the country during the Snowbird Season in late-Nov 2024. 

Snowbirds are people who migrate to Florida from the colder northern states during the winter months. It is usually cheaper to ship a car to Florida, rather than rent one. This blog article and the others related to it are a good way to gauge the car shipping costs from your area. 

An auto transport snowbird service to Jacksonville, FL will likely ship your car promptly and securely for the right carrier fee. During the busy snowbird season, any given week will likely see tens of thousands of vehicle shipment orders to Florida from around the country, mostly in the East and Midwest. Over 22 million people reside in Florida according to the 2020 census, which means 1 in 15 Americans are Floridians.

Jacksonville in particular, is a popular destination for car transport companies in the winter. So are the surrounding communities such as St. Augustine, Palm Coast, Daytona Beach, Gainesville, and more. 

Key Takeaways: 

  • Car Shipping Prices gradually rise higher and higher during Snowbird Season to Jacksonville, FL starting in November through January
  • The southern and western states do not participate nearly as much in the winter season auto transport migration to Jacksonville, Florida
  • The New England, Eastern Seaboard, and Midwest states make up the overwhelming majority of snowbird car transport service to Jacksonville, FL
  • The highest paying car transport orders during the busy snowbird season to Jacksonville, FL always ship first
  • The car shipping quotes calculator greatly reduces the price on the reverse direction backhauls from Jacksonville, FL during the winter

In This Blog Article:

Car Shipping Prices Calculator To Jacksonville, FL During Snowbird Season in late-November 2024

Direct Express Auto Transport, with over 20 years of experience in calculating car shipping prices to Jacksonville, FL, provides the following late-November 2024 market pricing guide to help you make the best decision on when to ship your car.

Scroll down to see car shipping prices in your region to Jacksonville, FL during the late-November 2024 snowbird season. We include the average temperatures in late-November for each starting city. Use the Direct Express Auto Transport car shipping costs calculator for a precise quote for your vehicle shipment order. 


Car Shipping Rates To Jacksonville, FL From New England Cities in late-November 2024

The New England states are very busy during Snowbird Season car shipping to Jacksonville, FL. As everyone knows, it can get very cold with heavy snow in the winter. 

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Boston, MA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,100 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $792.
  • Recommended Route: From Boston, take I-90 W (Massachusetts Turnpike) to I-84 W in Sturbridge. Continue on I-84 W through Connecticut to I-684 S in New York. Merge onto I-287 W, then take I-95 S through New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 52°F, lows near 38°F. 

Portland, ME to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,200 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $864.
  • Recommended Route: From Portland, take I-95 S through New Hampshire and Massachusetts to I-495 S. Continue on I-495 S to I-90 W (Massachusetts Turnpike) in Massachusetts. Follow I-90 W to I-84 W in Sturbridge. Continue on I-84 W through Connecticut to I-684 S in New York. Merge onto I-287 W, then take I-95 S through New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 45°F, lows near 30°F.

Hartford, CT to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,000 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $720.
  • Recommended Route: From Hartford, take I-91 S to I-95 S in New Haven. Continue on I-95 S through New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 49°F, lows near 31°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of three days, and more likely four or five days.


Auto Transport Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Eastern Seaboard Cities in late-November 2024

The Eastern Seaboard states are heavily populated and a hotbed for car shipping services to Jacksonville, FL. It can get very cold with heavy snow in the winter. Snowbirds head to Jacksonville, FL for the winter and need to ship a car.

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city: 

Car shipping prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

New York City, NY to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 940 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $658.
  • Recommended Route: From New York City, take I-95 S through New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 52°F, lows near 38°F.

Medford, NY to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 970 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $679.
  • Recommended Route: From Medford, take I-495 W to I-278 W, then merge onto I-95 S. Continue through New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 50°F, lows near 35°F.

Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 860 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $602.
  • Recommended Route: From Philadelphia, take I-95 S through Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 54°F, lows near 38°F.

Atlantic City, NJ to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 870 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $609.
  • Recommended Route: From Atlantic City, take the Atlantic City Expressway W to I-95 S. Continue through Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 55°F, lows near 37°F.

Buffalo, NY to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,050 miles.
  • Auto Shipping Quote: $735.
  • Recommended Route: From Buffalo, take I-90 E to I-390 S, then merge onto I-86 E. Continue on I-81 S through Pennsylvania and Virginia to I-77 S. Proceed on I-77 S to I-26 E in South Carolina, then take I-95 S into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 47°F, lows near 33°F.

Baltimore, MD to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 750 miles.
  • Vehicle Transport Cost: $525.
  • Recommended Route: From Baltimore, take I-95 S through Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 56°F, lows near 38°F.

Alexandria, VA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 700 miles.
  • Car Transport Price: $490.
  • Recommended Route: From Alexandria, take I-95 S through Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 55°F, lows near 37°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of two days, and more likely three or four days.


Car Transport Rates To Jacksonville, FL From Carolina Cities in late-November 2024

The Carolina states have less of a reason for car transport services to Jacksonville, FL. As everyone knows, the climate is much milder in the Carolinas. So there is less activity. 

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan. 

Norfolk, VA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 600 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $474.
  • Recommended Route: From Norfolk, take I-64 W to I-95 S through Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 62°F, lows near 45°F.

Charlotte, NC to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 380 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $301.
  • Recommended Route: From Charlotte, take I-77 S to Columbia, then I-26 E to I-95 S through South Carolina and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 62°F, lows near 41°F.

Wilmington, NC to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 420 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $332.
  • Recommended Route: From Wilmington, take US-17 S through South Carolina to I-95 S, then continue through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 68°F, lows near 44°F.

Columbia, SC to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 280 miles.
  • Vehicle Shipping Rate: $222.
  • Recommended Route: From Columbia, take I-26 E to I-95 S through South Carolina and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 66°F, lows near 44°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of two days, and more likely three or four days.


Vehicle Shipping Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Midwest Cities in late-November 2024

The Midwest states buckle down every winter for some harsh weather. Snowstorms can be brutal. Lots of snowbirds high-tail it to Jacksonville, FL. 

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Milwaukee, WI to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,150 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $702.
  • Recommended Route: From Milwaukee, take I-94 E to Chicago, then merge onto I-65 S through Indiana to Indianapolis. Continue on I-65 S to I-24 E in Tennessee, then take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 43°F, lows near 30°F.

Chicago, IL to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,050 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $641.
  • Recommended Route: From Chicago, take I-65 S through Indiana to Indianapolis. Continue on I-65 S to I-24 E in Tennessee, then take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 47°F, lows near 33°F.

Detroit, MI to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 950 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $580.
  • Recommended Route: From Detroit, take I-75 S through Ohio and Kentucky to Chattanooga, TN. Continue on I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 46°F, lows near 33°F.

Cleveland, OH to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 850 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $519.
  • Recommended Route: From Cleveland, take I-77 S through Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina to Columbia, SC. Then, take I-26 E to I-95 S through South Carolina and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 49°F, lows near 35°F.

Indianapolis, IN to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 800 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $488.
  • Recommended Route: From Indianapolis, take I-65 S to I-24 E in Tennessee. Continue on I-24 E to I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 50°F, lows near 34°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of three days, and more likely four or five days.


Auto Shipping Rates To Jacksonville, FL From Central Plains Cities in late-November 2024

The Central Plains are on the outer edge of the Midwest, and with a much lower population, auto transport services sometimes take a little longer to amalgamate full loads to Jacksonville, FL.

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Omaha, NE to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,250 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $775.
  • Recommended Route: From Omaha, take I-29 S through Missouri to Kansas City. Continue on I-70 E to St. Louis, then merge onto I-64 E. Proceed to I-57 S through Illinois, then take I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to Chattanooga. From there, take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 49.8°F, lows near 29.5°F.

Kansas City, KS to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,100 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $682.
  • Recommended Route: From Kansas City, take I-70 E to St. Louis. Merge onto I-64 E, then proceed to I-57 S through Illinois. Continue on I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to Chattanooga, then take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 54°F, lows near 34°F.

Oklahoma City, OK to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,150 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $713.
  • Recommended Route: From Oklahoma City, take I-40 E through Arkansas to Memphis, TN. Continue on I-40 E to Nashville, then take I-24 E to Chattanooga. From there, take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 58°F, lows near 37°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of four days, and more likely five or six days.


Vehicle Transport Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Big Sky & Dakota Cities in late-November 2024

The Big Sky state, Montana, and Dakotas, are so spread out that it sometimes takes car transport services a while to put together full loads to Jacksonville, FL. 

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Missoula, MT to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,514 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,811.
  • Recommended Route: From Missoula, take I-90 E through Montana and South Dakota to Sioux Falls. Merge onto I-29 S through Iowa to Kansas City, then take I-70 E to St. Louis. Continue on I-64 E to I-57 S through Illinois, then take I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to Chattanooga. From there, take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 41°F, lows near 25°F.

Billings, MT to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,200 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,584.
  • Recommended Route: From Billings, take I-90 E through South Dakota to Sioux Falls. Merge onto I-29 S through Iowa to Kansas City, then take I-70 E to St. Louis. Continue on I-64 E to I-57 S through Illinois, then take I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to Chattanooga. From there, take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 43°F, lows near 24°F.

Fargo, ND to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,700 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,224.
  • Recommended Route: From Fargo, take I-94 E through Minnesota to Minneapolis. Merge onto I-35 S through Iowa to Kansas City, then take I-70 E to St. Louis. Continue on I-64 E to I-57 S through Illinois, then take I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to Chattanooga. From there, take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 32°F, lows near 17°F.

Rapid City, SD to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,800 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,296.
  • Recommended Route: From Rapid City, take I-90 E through South Dakota to Sioux Falls. Merge onto I-29 S through Iowa to Kansas City, then take I-70 E to St. Louis. Continue on I-64 E to I-57 S through Illinois, then take I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to Chattanooga. From there, take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 44°F, lows near 23°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of six days, and more likely seven or eight days.


Car Shipping Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Pacific NW Cities in late-November 2024

Fortunately, the Pacific Northwest has three major cities, Seattle, Portland, and Boise, that make it somewhat easier to amalgamate a full load to Jacksonville, FL. Even still, it may take time for a car shipping service to do that.

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Seattle, WA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,982 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,432.
  • Recommended Route: From Seattle, take I-90 E through Washington and Idaho to Billings, MT. Merge onto I-94 E through North Dakota to Fargo, then take I-29 S to Sioux Falls, SD. Continue on I-29 S through Iowa to Kansas City, MO, then take I-70 E to St. Louis. Proceed on I-64 E to I-57 S through Illinois, then take I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to Chattanooga. From there, take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 51°F, lows near 41°F.

Portland, OR to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,900 miles.
  • Car Shipping Quote: $1,392.
  • Recommended Route: From Portland, take I-84 E through Oregon and Idaho to I-80 E in Wyoming. Continue on I-80 E through Nebraska to Lincoln, then take I-29 S through Missouri to Kansas City. Proceed on I-70 E to St. Louis, then take I-64 E to I-57 S through Illinois. Continue on I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to Chattanooga, then take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 52°F, lows near 41°F.

Boise, ID to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,600 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,248.
  • Recommended Route: From Boise, take I-84 E through Idaho to I-80 E in Wyoming. Continue on I-80 E through Nebraska to Lincoln, then take I-29 S through Missouri to Kansas City. Proceed on I-70 E to St. Louis, then take I-64 E to I-57 S through Illinois. Continue on I-24 E through Kentucky and Tennessee to Chattanooga, then take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 50°F, lows near 32°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of seven days, and more likely eight to ten days.


Auto Transport Rates To Jacksonville, FL From Rocky Mountain Cities in late-November 2024

The Rocky Mountain states are difficult for auto transport services to Jacksonville, FL because of the rugged terrain and huge land area. Vehicle shipping from Denver, Colorado is the safest bet to secure a carrier for the long haul to Jacksonville.

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Denver, CO to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,600 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $800.
  • Recommended Route: From Denver, take I-70 E through Kansas to Kansas City, then merge onto I-435 S to connect with I-49 S. Continue on I-49 S through Missouri to I-20 E in Louisiana. Proceed on I-20 E through Mississippi and Alabama to Atlanta, GA. From Atlanta, take I-75 S into Florida, then merge onto I-10 E leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 49°F, lows near 27°F. 

Colorado Springs, CO to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,600 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $800.
  • Recommended Route: From Colorado Springs, take I-25 S to Denver, then follow the same route as outlined above from Denver to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 50°F, lows near 24°F. 

Salt Lake City, UT to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,200 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,100.
  • Recommended Route: From Salt Lake City, take I-80 E through Wyoming to Cheyenne, then merge onto I-25 S to Denver. From Denver, follow the same route as outlined above to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 48°F, lows near 30°F.

Cheyenne, WY to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,700 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $850.
  • Recommended Route: From Cheyenne, take I-25 S to Denver, then follow the same route as outlined above from Denver to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 46°F, lows near 24°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of four days, and more likely five or six days.


Car Transport Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Southwest Cities in late-November 2024

The Southwest states make it easier for car transport services to move cars to Jacksonville, FL because the weather is less of an issue in the Southwest region.

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan. 

Phoenix, AZ to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,100 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,218.
  • Recommended Route: From Phoenix, take I-10 E through Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas to Houston. Continue on I-10 E through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 73°F, lows near 50°F.

Tucson, AZ to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,000 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,160.
  • Recommended Route: From Tucson, take I-10 E through New Mexico and Texas to Houston. Continue on I-10 E through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 70°F, lows near 45°F.

Las Vegas, NV to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,300 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,334.
  • Recommended Route: From Las Vegas, take I-15 S to Barstow, CA, then merge onto I-40 E through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Tennessee to Nashville. From Nashville, take I-24 E to Chattanooga, then I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 66°F, lows near 47°F.

Albuquerque, NM to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,700 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $986.
  • Recommended Route: From Albuquerque, take I-40 E through Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Tennessee to Nashville. From Nashville, take I-24 E to Chattanooga, then I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 56°F, lows near 32°F.

Your car is likely to be on a car transport carrier for a minimum of five days, and probably six or seven days.


Vehicle Shipping Rates To Jacksonville, FL From California Cities in late-November 2024

One out of every eight Americans is Californian. With nearly 39 million people, located primarily along the coastal cities from San Diego to the San Francisco Bay Area, it is no surprise that there are numerous car shipping services every week from California to Jacksonville, FL. Especially in the Los Angeles Basin.

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan. 

Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,080.
  • Recommended Route: From Los Angeles, take I-10 E through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 74°F, lows near 54°F.

La Jolla, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,080.
  • Recommended Route: From La Jolla, take I-5 N to connect with I-10 E in Los Angeles, then follow the same route as above to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 67°F, lows near 52°F.

Anaheim, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,080.
  • Recommended Route: From Anaheim, take CA-57 N to I-10 E, then follow the same route as above to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 69°F, lows near 48°F.

Riverside, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,080.
  • Recommended Route: From Riverside, take I-215 S to I-10 E, then follow the same route as above to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 70°F, lows near 45°F.

Palm Desert, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,400 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,080.
  • Recommended Route: From Palm Desert, take I-10 E directly, then follow the same route as above to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 75°F, lows near 50°F.

Santa Barbara, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,500 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,125.
  • Recommended Route: From Santa Barbara, take US-101 S to Los Angeles, then follow the same route as above to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 68°F, lows near 46°F.

San Jose, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,700 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,215.
  • Recommended Route: From San Jose, take US-101 S to Los Angeles, then follow the same route as above to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 64°F, lows near 46°F.

Oakland, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,700 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,215.
  • Recommended Route: From Oakland, take I-580 E to I-5 S, then connect to I-10 E in Los Angeles and follow the same route as above to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 63°F, lows near 47°F.

San Francisco, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,700 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,215.
  • Recommended Route: From San Francisco, take I-80 E to I-580 E, then I-5 S to Los Angeles and follow the same route as above to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 62°F, lows near 49°F.

Sacramento, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,700 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,215.
  • Recommended Route: From Sacramento, take I-5 S to Los Angeles, then follow the same route as above to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 63°F, lows near 45°F.

Redding, CA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 2,800 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $1,260.
  • Recommended Route: From Redding, take I-5 S to Los Angeles, then follow the same route as above to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 60°F, lows near 42°F.

Your vehicle is likely to be on a car shipping carrier for a minimum of six days, and probably seven to nine days.


Auto Shipping Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Texas Cities in late-November 2024

Eastern Texas, in what is called the Lone Star State, is heavily populated and bristling with large metropolitan areas, and many mid-size and smaller towns too. It is not difficult for vehicle shipping services to put together full carrier loads to Jacksonville, FL.

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan. 

Fort Worth, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,050 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $536.
  • Recommended Route: From Fort Worth, take I-20 E through Louisiana to Jackson, MS. Continue on I-20 E to Atlanta, GA, then take I-75 S into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 63°F, lows near 44°F.

Houston, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 870 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $444.
  • Recommended Route: From Houston, take I-10 E through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 70°F, lows near 50°F.

San Antonio, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,050 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $536.
  • Recommended Route: From San Antonio, take I-10 E through Houston, then continue on I-10 E through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 70°F, lows near 48°F.

Austin, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 980 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $500.
  • Recommended Route: From Austin, take TX-71 E to I-10 E in Columbus, then continue on I-10 E through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 70°F, lows near 49°F.

El Paso, TX to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,600 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $816.
  • Recommended Route: From El Paso, take I-10 E through Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 65°F, lows near 40°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle shipping carrier for a minimum of three days, and probably four or five days to Jacksonville, FL.


Vehicle Transport Rates To Jacksonville, FL From Southern Cities in late-November 2024

Most of the Southern states are relatively close to Jacksonville, FL which makes it far easier for an auto transport service.

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, FL Car Shipping Costorida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Atlanta, GA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 346 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $291.
  • Recommended Route: From Atlanta, take I-75 S directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 64°F, lows near 45°F.

Nashville, TN to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 560 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $470.
  • Recommended Route: From Nashville, take I-24 E to Chattanooga, then merge onto I-75 S into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 59°F, lows near 40°F.

Birmingham, AL to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 460 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $386.
  • Recommended Route: From Birmingham, take I-65 S to Montgomery, then merge onto US-231 S to I-10 E in Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 63°F, lows near 42°F.

Metairie, LA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 550 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $462.
  • Recommended Route: From Metairie, take I-10 E through Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 70°F, lows near 52°F.

Lexington, KY to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 700 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $588.
  • Recommended Route: From Lexington, take I-75 S through Tennessee and Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 54°F, lows near 36°F.

Memphis, TN to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 700 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $588.
  • Recommended Route: From Memphis, take I-240 E to I-22 E toward Birmingham, then merge onto I-65 S to Montgomery. From Montgomery, take US-231 S to I-10 E in Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 60°F, lows near 42°F.

Little Rock, AR to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 800 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $672.
  • Recommended Route: From Little Rock, take I-530 S to US-65 S toward Louisiana, then merge onto I-20 E through Mississippi to Birmingham, AL. From Birmingham, take I-65 S to Montgomery, then US-231 S to I-10 E in Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 60°F, lows near 41°F.

Jackson, MS to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 500 miles.
  • Auto Transport Quote: $420.
  • Recommended Route: From Jackson, take I-20 E to Birmingham, then I-65 S to Montgomery. From Montgomery, take US-231 S to I-10 E in Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 66°F, lows near 44°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of two days, and more likely three or four days.


Car Shipping Quotes To Jacksonville, FL From Upper Midwest Cities in late-November 2024

Because of the sparse population in the Upper Midwest relative to the huge geographic size, it is more difficult for car shipping services. It sometimes takes longer to amalgamate full loads to Jacksonville, FL.

Here are the late-November 2024 market car shipping prices and best trucking routes from each starting city to Jacksonville, Florida, with average late-November temperatures in each starting city:  

Car Shipping Prices are based on a regular-size sedan.

Minneapolis, MN to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,400 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $826.
  • Recommended Route: From Minneapolis, take I-94 E to Madison, WI. Continue on I-39 S to Bloomington, IL, then merge onto I-74 E to Indianapolis, IN. From Indianapolis, take I-65 S to Nashville, TN, then I-24 E to Chattanooga, TN. From Chattanooga, take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 39°F, lows near 24°F.

Iowa City, IA to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 1,150 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $679.
  • Recommended Route: From Iowa City, take I-80 E to Indianapolis, IN. From Indianapolis, take I-65 S to Nashville, TN, then I-24 E to Chattanooga, TN. From Chattanooga, take I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 49°F, lows near 30°F.

St. Louis, MO to Jacksonville, FL

  • Driving Distance: Approximately 900 miles.
  • Auto Transport Cost: $531.
  • Recommended Route: From St. Louis, take I-64 E to Mount Vernon, IL, then merge onto I-57 S to I-24 E toward Nashville, TN. From Nashville, take I-24 E to Chattanooga, TN, then I-75 S through Georgia into Florida, leading directly to Jacksonville.
  • Average Late November Temperature: Highs around 54°F, lows near 36°F.

Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer to Jacksonville, FL for a minimum of four days, and more likely five or six days.

Bottom Line: Snowbird Car Shipping Prices To Jacksonville, FL

Snowbird car transport services to Jacksonville, FL will generally see escalating costs at the end of the year and beginning of January. Tens of thousands of snowbird car shippers are flocking to Florida for the winter. The demand for auto transport carrier space is high, and that raises the cost significantly. 

An auto transport service will likely ship your car promptly and securely for the right carrier fee. We provide three options, which depend on the size, route, timeframe, and season. 

An experienced car shipping broker should be able to factor all those things properly for the customer.

As a consumer, it is important to understand the services involved in vehicle shipping from your region of the country to Jacksonville, FL.

The Original Car Shipping Prices Calculator To Jacksonville, Florida For Snowbirds

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping costs calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to Jacksonville, Florida.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient. 

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker. 

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate. 

Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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Best Months For Auto Transport Quotes To Oakland, CA

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Seasonality affects the best months for auto transport quotes to Oakland, CA, plus total cost, and service. When is it best to ship a car to Oakland? Our advice. When to avoid it? Depending on the season, your approach to shipping a vehicle to Oakland should change.

We include in this blog, savvy tips and strategies that will help you have a successful experience. We have learned the best months to ship a car to Oakland, California in all four seasons and share that with you here in this article.

OUR METHODOLOGY:

Direct Express Auto Transport has over twenty years of expertise in car shipping to Oakland, California. Every day, we log the number of single-vehicle Sedans, SUVs, Pickup Trucks, and Vans system-wide (not just our orders) that are available to ship on the most widely used car transport load board. 

To compare apples to apples, in our research, we do not include multiple vehicle orders, which are anywhere from 2 to 10 vehicles on a car transport trailer, because we are better able to assess market volume changes. Direct Express Auto Transport has been doing this kind of market analysis for the better part of twenty years. The data is rich and tells a story of car shipping to Oakland, CA.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Auto transport quotes to Oakland, CA are affected greatly by the seasons.
  • The highest vehicle shipping cost to Oakland is during the Christmas & New Year’s holidays, and the Autumn Season months of October and early November.
  • The cheapest auto transport quotes to Oakland are from May through August. The Summer Months.
  • Conversely, the most expensive car shipping quotes from Oakland are also from May through August. The Summer Months.
  • The late Winter Season and early Spring reach a level of pricing parity and are an ideal time to ship a car to Oakland.

In This Blog Article:

Auto Transport Quotes To Oakland, CA In The Autumn Months

Almost year round more vehicles are being shipped from Oakland than to it. Rarely is it the opposite. That reverses, however, in the Autumn Months when there are significantly more cars being shipped to Oakland, which drives up the auto transport cost. 

It would be a good idea to steer clear of shipping a car to Oakland in the months of October and November if your goal is to save money. 


A Tough Time Of Year For Car Shipping Quotes To Oakland, CA

Other than the New Year’s holiday, the most prolonged and toughest time of year for car shipping quotes to Oakland, California occurs in the Autumn Months. 

In Autumn, more vehicles are shipping to Oakland, and fewer leaving. October and November are the only two months in the year when it is harder and more expensive to ship a car to Oakland.


Car Transport Delays To Oakland During Thanksgiving

Toward the end of November comes Thanksgiving. Many vehicle transport drivers manipulate their route schedules to make it home for Thanksgiving. 

Thanksgiving falls every year on the fourth Thursday in November, and drivers are usually home by Tuesday or Wednesday before. They don’t get back on the road until usually the Monday after Thanksgiving. That provides a five-day break.

Autumn Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Autumn Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of September 1938 1:1.4 The last of the summer exodus from CA
2nd Week of September 1984 1:1.1 Business returns to near calm & parity
3rd Week of September 1605 1:1 September slowness
4th Week of September 1748 1:1.1 And it stays that way though November
1st Week of October 1590 1.4:1 The only time all year there are far …
2nd Week of October 1530 1.4:1 … more cars shipping to Los Angeles
3rd Week of October 1674 1.4:1 October and November are the only …
4th Week of October 1815 1.5:1 … months that happens
1st Week of November 1762 1.3:1 So avoid shipping your car to Los Angeles
2nd Week of November 1592 1.2:1 … in October and early November
3rd Week of November 1256 1:1.1 Auto transport quotes are lower in late …
4th Week of November 1557 1:1.1 … November and early December
End of November / Begin December 1476 1:1 A better time to ship a car to Los Angeles

Auto Transport Quotes To Oakland, CA In The Winter Months

When we talk about the effect of seasonality on the auto transport industry, it is late December and early January that we most allude. It is chaotic, costly, and stressful during the holidays to ship a car to Oakland. 

Once Christmas arrives, the vehicle shipping cost rises incrementally almost daily for four weeks. If a customer booked too early, he will likely have too low a car shipping quote when the time comes to transport. He will have to wait. Or add money to rectify the dilemma. 


When Best To Ship A Car To Oakland In The Winter?

If at all possible, you should avoid the last two weeks of December and the first three weeks of January. It is chaotic for brokers, carriers, and customers alike.

Other than the holiday blip, the Winter Months tends to be relatively tame when it comes to shipping a car to Oakland. The same applies when transporting a vehicle from Oakland in the Winter as well.

Winter Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Winter Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of December 1502 1:1 Early December is considered a slow time
2nd Week of December 1652 1:1.2 Still slow
3rd Week of December 1864 1:1 Not much different
4th Week of December 2354 1:1 Christmas time will cause shipping delays
1st Week of January 3094 1:1.1 Orders backlog because of New Years
2nd Week of January 2747 1:1.1 It takes a couple weeks to flush out
3rd Week of January 1928 1:1.1 A slow period starts to emerge
4th Week of January 1709 1:1.2 Post holiday – mid-winter slow
1st Week of February 1607 1:1.2 Pricing remains stable in February
2nd Week of February 1624 1:1.1 Slightly more vehicles leaving CA
3rd Week of February 1463 1:1.2 It has a marginal affect
4th Week of February 1556 1:1.1 The winter slowness continues
End of February / Begin March 1805 1:1.1 And March begins that way

Car Transport Quotes To Oakland, CA In The Spring Months

The early Spring months in March are very manageable for car shipping to or from Oakland. But starting in late April, and throughout all of May, significantly more vehicles are shipping from Oakland than to it. That serves to drive down the auto transport cost to Oakland in the Spring Months. It is a great time to ship a car to Oakland.


Do Not Book A Car Shipment To Oakland Too Early

In the car shipping industry, as far as the carriers are concerned, it does not matter to them when an order is booked. In other words, it is not first come … first served. So nobody has reserved a spot, a space, on a transport trailer simply by booking their order weeks or even months in advance. 

What matters to auto transport carriers are their profits. To that end, they choose orders, which they call loads, that are the highest paying, or logistically make the most sense with an eye always on the bottom line. The carriers seek to maximize their profit, like everybody else.

Do not book a car shipment to Oakland too early. You might be priced too low, in which case, your vehicle will likely be rejected by the carriers and won’t ship. Or if it does ship, it will be the last to do so, and probably far later than you had hoped. 

Conversely, booking too early might also mean you unwittingly committed to a higher-than-necessary price to ship your car in a timely fashion. The high price might have been the market rate at the time of booking, but in the interim, car shipping rates may have come down and you won’t enjoy the savings. 

It is always best to have the current market pricing, which guards against both too low and too high a transport price.


Book Your Vehicle Shipment To Oakland About One Week Before Availability

Direct Express Auto Transport has been in the car shipping business for a long time. Over twenty years. We say a good rule of thumb is to book your vehicle shipment to Oakland about 7 days before availability. 

Most car transport carriers will not commit to a vehicle shipment more than three days in advance of availability. What has anyone gained, therefore, from booking weeks in advance? The answer is nothing, of course. 

So why book much earlier than one week before availability?

Spring Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Spring Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of March 1802 1:1 Complete parity coming and going to CA
2nd Week of March 1829 1:1 It stays that way for awhile
3rd Week of March 1877 1:1.1 It is still slow around St. Patrick’s Day
4th Week of March 2390 1.1:1 Ratios of 1:1 or 1:1.1 don’t mean much
1st Week of April 2450 1:1 They don’t move the pricing needle
2nd Week of April 2396 1:1.1 It stays that way thru mid April
3rd Week of April 2132 1:1.2 Things start to heat up shipping from CA
4th Week of April 2312 1:1.3 And car shipping costs go down to CA
1st Week of May 2859 1:1.5 May is a wonderful time to ship to CA
2nd Week of May 3297 1:1.4 But a tough time shipping from CA
3rd Week of May 3602 1:1.3 It stays that way from May and thru …
4th Week of May 3384 1:1.4 the Summer Season
End of May / Begin June 3228 1:1.5 Memorial Day

Vehicle Shipping Quotes To Oakland, CA In The Summer Months

Auto transport to Oakland in the Summer Season is far busier than in the Spring Months. The ratios can be deceiving relative to the volume of activity. The reason there appear to be fewer cars on any given day being shipped to Oakland in the Summer is only because what becomes available doesn’t stay on the load board very long. 

Because there are often two or three times more cars shipping from Oakland in the Summer, it creates a high demand for vehicles shipping there. Rest assured that there are still plenty of orders being placed every day in the Summer to Oakland and gobbled up quickly. 

Auto transport quotes to Oakland in the Summer Months are less than from Oakland. It occasionally costs about 20-30% more to ship from Oakland in the Summer Season than it does going there.


Avoid Car Shipping Around The 4th of July

Car transport carrier drivers enjoy being home as much as you do for the 4th of July festivities. The hometown parade. The barbecue with family and friends. A mid-summer rest with the people you love. 

The 4th of July holiday creates a backlog of car shipping orders. It gets worse if the 4th falls on a Wednesday, as drivers are divided on whether to enjoy a five-day holiday before or after the 4th of July. Ugh. 

If the 4th of July falls on a Tuesday or Thursday, the mini-vacation weekend becomes more clear. But the holiday is slightly prolonged and orders are still backed up in the freight system. 

When the carriers get back to work in early July, the highest-paying vehicle shipping orders get assigned first. For about two weeks thereafter, many customers find it both more expensive and frustrating.

The thing to do, and here is your tip, is to avoid vehicle shipping to Oakland the last week of June and the first week of July.


College Students Cause Havoc In Vehicle Shipping Every August

There is a very discernible vehicle shipping spike every year in the late Summer Months from California. While California has many popular universities and colleges that attract students from all over America, still there are far more California college students leaving the state for universities out-of-state.

That helps make car shipping to California in late August both cheaper and faster. 

Summer Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Summer Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of June 3238 1:1.5 Summer is the busiest season in CA
2nd Week of June 2710 1:1.8 The ratios in June shoot upward from CA
3rd Week of June 2580 1:2 Which causes prices to CA to dive
4th Week of June 2777 1:2 And overall makes the Summer the best
1st Week of July 2174 1:2.3 … time to ship a car to CA
2nd Week of July 2097 1:2.1 There is an inverse relationship from CA
3rd Week of July 1701 1:2.6 Where the volume and ratio cause prices
4th Week of July 1727 1:2.7 … from CA to skyrocket
1st Week of August 1898 1:2.9 More CA college students leave the state
2nd Week of August 1903 1:3 … than come to CA for college
3rd Week of August 1951 1:2.7 It drives car shipping to CA down
4th Week of August 1996 1:2.1 And stays that way all the way to …
End of August / Begin September 1807 1:2 Labor Day

Bottom Line: When Are The Best Months For Auto Transport Quotes To Oakland, CA

When are the best months for auto transport quotes to Oakland, CA? Probably the Spring and Summer months. Car shipping quotes tend to be lower and service faster. The Autumn and Winter months are more costly. 

As far as car shipping to Oakland goes, some seasons are much easier than others. 

The Autumn Season is steady for car shipping to Oakland at the beginning (in September) and at the end (November), but is more expensive in October and most of November (until Thanksgiving).

The Winter season is the hardest and most expensive around the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. 

The Spring Season is a good time for vehicle shipping to Oakland. 

The Summer Season is a difficult time shipping from Oakland, but that makes it ideal for auto transport to Oakland. 


The Original Auto Transport Quote Calculator To Oakland, California

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping quote calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to Oakland, CA.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient. 

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker. 

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate. 


Direct Express Auto Transport Changed The Car Shipping Industry

Direct Express Auto Transport started doing business in 2004. We came into the car shipping industry with a novel idea. Before us, no company had an instant car shipping quote calculator on their website. It simply did not exist. 

Further, no car shipping company would even provide an auto shipping quote without first knowing the caller’s personal information, such as name, telephone number, email, and physical address. We were astounded by that. So we threw a monkey wrench of sorts into the industry. 

Direct Express Auto Transport installed on our website the car shipping industry’s first instant quote calculator. We did not ask then and do not ask now, for any personal information before giving a quote. 

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Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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Auto Transport Service To West Palm Beach, FL

Auto Transport Service To West Palm Beach, FL

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Auto Transport Service To West Palm Beach, FL

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An auto transport service to West Palm Beach, FL will likely ship your car promptly and securely for the right carrier fee. We provide three options, which depend on the size, route, timeframe, and season. An experienced car shipping broker should be able to factor all those things properly for the customer.

Over 22 million people reside in Florida. Many more if you count the Snowbirds who flock there by the hundreds of thousands every winter. So it ebbs and flows. Florida’s 22 million people, according to the 2020 census, means 1 in 14 Americans are Floridians.

Direct Express Auto Transport, with over 20 years of experience in car shipping to West Palm Beach, FL, explains in this blog the hurdles, shipping routes, and likely number of days it will take for your vehicle to get there.

Key Takeaways: 

  • The eastern states tend to favor car shipping to the Atlantic Coast side of Florida.
  • The midwestern states gravitate toward vehicle shipping to the Gulf Coast side of Florida.
  • The rest of the country is not fussy about which side of Florida to ship a car.
  • The farther away from West Palm Beach, FL, the harder it becomes to amalgamate a full car transport load of 8-10 vehicles.  
  • Regardless, West Palm Beach is a popular destination for car shipping services. 

In This Blog Article:

Auto Transport Service From Every Region To West Palm Beach, Florida

The timeframe and services change from every region of the country when you are vehicle shipping to West Palm Beach, FL. Use this blog to plan your vehicle shipment to West Palm Beach.


Auto Transport Service To West Palm Beach From New England

The New England states (MA, RI, CT, NH, ME, VT) tend to favor vehicle shipping to the Atlantic coast side of Florida more so than the Gulf Coast. It is a straight shot about 1,500 miles down Interstate 95 from New England’s biggest city, Boston, to West Palm Beach. Your vehicle is likely to be on a vehicle shipping trailer for a minimum of three days, and more likely four or five days. 


Car Shipping Services To West Palm Beach From The Eastern Seaboard

The Eastern Seaboard states (NY, PA, NJ, DE, MD, DC, VA, WV) also prefer the Atlantic coast side of Florida more so than the Gulf Coast. New York City is about 1,300 miles, and Philadelphia is roughly 1,200 miles down Interstate 95 to West Palm Beach. Your vehicle is likely to be on an auto-shipping trailer for a minimum of three days, and more likely four days. However, it is possible a carrier can make the drive in two days. 


Auto Transport Service To West Palm Beach, FL From The Carolinas

The Carolina states (NC, SC) are a quick car transport haul down I-95 to West Palm Beach. The largest NC city, Charlotte, is about 725 miles away, and Charleston, SC is roughly 640 miles. The weather in the Carolinas is so temperate and pleasant nearly year-round, that there is less reason to migrate to West Palm Beach. Your vehicle is likely to be on a car shipping trailer for about two days, maybe only one. 


Vehicle Transport Service To West Palm Beach From The Midwest

The Midwest states (IL, MI, OH, IN, WI) tend to favor car transporting to the Gulf Coast side of Florida more so than the eastern Atlantic coast, which includes West Palm Beach. But obviously, there are still many midwesterners who are shipping cars to West Palm Beach. 

It is about 1,400 miles down I-65, I-75, and I-95 from the Midwest’s two largest cities, Chicago and Detroit, to West Palm Beach. Your vehicle is likely to be on an auto transport trailer from either Chicago or Detroit for a minimum of three days, and more likely four or five days.


Automobile Transport Services To West Palm Beach, FL From The Upper Midwest

The Upper Midwest states (MN, IA, MO, OK, KS, NE, SD, ND) tend to favor transporting to the Gulf Coast side of Florida more so than the eastern Atlantic coast, which includes West Palm Beach. Nevertheless, there are still many upper midwesterners who transport vehicles to West Palm Beach. 

Because of the sparse population in the Upper Midwest relative to the huge geographic size, it is more difficult, and thus longer, to amalgamate full loads to West Palm Beach. 

From the largest city in the Upper Midwest, Minneapolis, it is almost 1,800 miles to West Palm Beach. From Minneapolis, for instance, your vehicle is likely to follow routes down I-35, I-380, I-24, I-75, and I-95 before reaching West Palm Beach. Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport trailer for a minimum of four days, and more likely five or six days.


Vehicle Shipping Service To West Palm Beach From The Mountain States

The Mountain states (CO, MT, WY, UT) also tend to favor transporting cars to the Gulf Coast side of Florida more so than the eastern Atlantic coast, which includes West Palm Beach. There are still those who prefer car shipping to West Palm Beach. 

The Mountain states are difficult for car shipping to West Palm Beach, because of the rugged terrain of the Rocky Mountains and huge land area. Even vehicle shipping from Denver, Colorado might take time to secure a carrier for the long 2,100-mile haul to West Palm Beach. The route most likely would be on I-70, I-75, and I-95. Your vehicle is likely to be on a car transport carrier for a minimum of four days, and probably five or six days. 


Ship A Car To West Palm Beach From The Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest states (WA, OR, ID) are just as likely to ship a vehicle to the Atlantic Coast side of Florida (including West Palm Beach) as they are to the Gulf Coast side. 

It is hard to get farther apart in the continental USA. The route from Seattle to West Palm Beach, for instance, is about 3,300 miles. Most people fly instead of drive, which is why they use vehicle shipping services to get their car there. From Seattle, the most common route is I-90, I-29, I-70, I-75, and finally I-95 to West Palm Beach. 

Fortunately, the Pacific Northwest has three major cities, Seattle, Portland, and Boise, that make it somewhat easier to amalgamate a full load to West Palm Beach. It still takes time to do that. 

We have found that western Washington (think Spokane), southern Oregon (think Eugene), and almost all of Idaho are especially difficult. Your car is likely to be on a vehicle shipping carrier for a minimum of seven days, and probably eight to ten days.


Car Moving Services To West Palm Beach, FL From The Southwest

The Southwest states (AZ, NM, NV) make it easier to move cars to West Palm Beach than in the Mountain states or Pacific NW. For starters, the weather is less of an issue in the Southwest region. And there are major cities (Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Albuquerque) that make amalgamating full loads more timely. 

From Phoenix, the auto transport haul to West Palm Beach would almost certainly follow I-10 to I-75 before finishing on I-95. That route is almost 2,400 miles. Your car is likely to be on a car transport carrier for a minimum of five days, and probably six or seven days.


Ship A Vehicle To West Palm Beach From California

On the Pacific Coast lies California (CA). One out of every eight Americans is Californian. With nearly 39 million people, ranging primarily from San Diego and the Los Angeles Basin to the San Francisco Bay Area (including Oakland and San Jose), it is no surprise that there are numerous auto shipments every week from California to West Palm Beach. 

California is so big it should be two states. We will break it into Southern & Northern California.

In southern California, sprawling Los Angeles is a huge hub for auto shipping to West Palm Beach. The route would most likely be on I-10, I-75, and I-95 and is about 2,800 miles. Your vehicle is likely to be on a car transport carrier for a minimum of six days, and probably seven to nine days.

In northern California, the San Francisco Bay Area is also a large metropolis and a favorite car shipping destination is West Palm Beach, which is about 3,000 miles away. From San Francisco, the most common route is I-880, I-5, I-40, I-20, US 287, US 49, US 98, I-10, I-75 and finally, I-95 to West Palm Beach.


Ship Your Car To West Palm Beach From The Lone Star State

Texas, the Lone Star State, is deserving of special attention. And like California, it is almost like two very different states rolled into one. 

West Texas is more akin to the New Mexico desert than the much greener eastern half of Texas. It is so wide open and sparsely populated that it is difficult to amalgamate full car transport loads to West Palm Beach. Patience is required. 

El Paso, on the Mexican border, is about 2,000 miles car shipping to West Palm Beach. Your vehicle is likely to traverse I-10, I-75, and I-95. Your car is likely to be on a vehicle transport carrier for a minimum of four days, and probably five to six days.

East Texas, on the other hand, is heavily populated and teaming with large metropolitan areas and plenty of mid-size and smaller towns. It is far easier to ship a car to West Palm Beach and put together full carrier loads. Dallas is about 1,300 miles away from West Palm Beach, a significantly shorter distance than El Paso. 

From Dallas, the auto transport haul to West Palm Beach would almost certainly follow I-10, US 49, I-59, I-65, I-10 to I-75 before finishing on I-95. Your car is likely to be on a car transport carrier for a minimum of three days, and probably four or five days.


Auto Shipping Services To West Palm Beach, FL From The South

The Southern states (GA, TN, KY, AL, MS, AR, LA) don’t favor either side of Florida. Both the Gulf Coast and Atlantic Coast destinations are fairly easy for an auto transport haul. The proximity to West Palm Beach is much closer than anywhere else, save the Carolinas.

Atlanta is the biggest southern city and only about 700 miles to West Palm Beach, which would only take an auto transport carrier about two days to get there, three at most, and possibly only one day. We have seen that happen. Atlanta is a straight shot down I-75 to I-95 to West Palm Beach.

Nashville is almost just as easy, though a tad farther at about 950 miles, which is a full two days away from West Palm Beach. It might take three days on the road. A car transport carrier leaving Nashville would also take I-75 to I-95 to West Palm Beach. 


Bottom Line: Auto Transport Service To West Palm Beach, FL

An auto transport service to West Palm Beach, FL will likely ship your car promptly and securely for the right carrier fee. We provide three options, which depend on the size, route, timeframe, and season. An experienced car shipping broker should be able to factor all those things properly for the customer.

As a consumer, it is important to understand the services involved in vehicle shipping from your region of the country to West Palm Beach.


The Original Auto Transport Quote Calculator To West Palm Beach, Florida

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping quote calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to West Palm Beach, Florida.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient. 

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker. 

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate. 

Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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The Best Time For Car Shipping Quotes To Riverside, CA

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Seasonality affects Riverside, CA car shipping quotes, total cost, and service. When is the best time to ship a car to Riverside? Our advice. When to avoid it? Depending on the season, your approach to shipping a vehicle to Riverside should change.

We include in this blog, savvy tips and strategies that will help you have a successful experience. We have learned the best time to ship a car to Riverside, California in all four seasons and share that with you here in this article.

OUR METHODOLOGY:

Direct Express Auto Transport has over twenty years of expertise in car shipping to Riverside, California. Every day, we log the number of single-vehicle Sedans, SUVs, Pickup Trucks, and Vans system-wide (not just our orders) that are available to ship on the most widely used car transport load board. 

To compare apples to apples, in our research, we do not include multiple vehicle orders, which are anywhere from 2 to 10 vehicles on a car transport trailer, because we are better able to assess market volume changes. Direct Express Auto Transport has been doing this kind of market analysis for the better part of twenty years. The data is rich and tells a story of car shipping to Riverside, CA.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Car shipping quotes to Riverside, CA are affected greatly by the seasons.
  • The highest vehicle shipping cost to Riverside is during the Christmas & New Year’s holidays, and the Autumn Season months of October and early November.
  • The cheapest auto transport quotes to Riverside are from May through August. The Summer Season.
  • Conversely, the most expensive car shipping quotes from Riverside are also from May through August. The Summer Season.
  • The late Winter Season and early Spring reach a level of pricing parity and are an ideal time to ship a car to Riverside.

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Ship A Car To Riverside, CA In The Autumn Season

Almost year round more vehicles are being shipped from Riverside than to it. Rarely is it the opposite. That reverses, however, in the Autumn Season when there are significantly more cars being shipped to Riverside, which drives up the car shipping rates to Riverside. 

It would be a good idea to steer clear of shipping a car to Riverside in the months of October and November if your goal is to save money. 


A Tough Time Of Year For Car Shipping Quotes To Riverside, CA

Other than the New Year’s holiday, the most prolonged and toughest time of year for car shipping quotes to Riverside, California occurs in the Autumn Season. 

In Autumn, more vehicles are shipping to Riverside, and fewer leaving. October and November are the only two months in the year when it is harder and more expensive to ship a car to Riverside.


Car Transport Delays To Riverside During Thanksgiving

Toward the end of November comes Thanksgiving. Many vehicle transport drivers manipulate their route schedules to make it home for Thanksgiving. 

Thanksgiving falls every year on the fourth Thursday in November, and drivers are usually home by Tuesday or Wednesday before. They don’t get back on the road until usually the Monday after Thanksgiving. That provides a five-day break.

Autumn Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Autumn Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of September 1938 1:1.4 The last of the summer exodus from CA
2nd Week of September 1984 1:1.1 Business returns to near calm & parity
3rd Week of September 1605 1:1 September slowness
4th Week of September 1748 1:1.1 And it stays that way though November
1st Week of October 1590 1.4:1 The only time all year there are far …
2nd Week of October 1530 1.4:1 … more cars shipping to Los Angeles
3rd Week of October 1674 1.4:1 October and November are the only …
4th Week of October 1815 1.5:1 … months that happens
1st Week of November 1762 1.3:1 So avoid shipping your car to Los Angeles
2nd Week of November 1592 1.2:1 … in October and early November
3rd Week of November 1256 1:1.1 Auto transport quotes are lower in late …
4th Week of November 1557 1:1.1 … November and early December
End of November / Begin December 1476 1:1 A better time to ship a car to Los Angeles

Car Shipping Quotes To Riverside, CA In The Winter Season

When we talk about the effect of seasonality on the auto transport industry, it is late December and early January that we most allude. It is chaotic, costly, and stressful during the holidays to ship a car to Riverside. 

Once Christmas arrives, the vehicle shipping cost rises incrementally almost daily for four weeks. If a customer booked too early, he will likely have too low a car shipping quote when the time comes to transport. He will have to wait. Or add money to rectify the dilemma. 


When Is The Best Time To Ship A Car To Riverside In The Winter?

If at all possible, you should avoid the last two weeks of December and the first three weeks of January. It is chaotic for brokers, carriers, and customers alike.

Other than the holiday blip, the Winter Season tends to be relatively tame when it comes to shipping a car to Riverside. The same applies when transporting a vehicle from Riverside in the Winter as well.

Winter Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Winter Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of December 1502 1:1 Early December is considered a slow time
2nd Week of December 1652 1:1.2 Still slow
3rd Week of December 1864 1:1 Not much different
4th Week of December 2354 1:1 Christmas time will cause shipping delays
1st Week of January 3094 1:1.1 Orders backlog because of New Years
2nd Week of January 2747 1:1.1 It takes a couple weeks to flush out
3rd Week of January 1928 1:1.1 A slow period starts to emerge
4th Week of January 1709 1:1.2 Post holiday – mid-winter slow
1st Week of February 1607 1:1.2 Pricing remains stable in February
2nd Week of February 1624 1:1.1 Slightly more vehicles leaving CA
3rd Week of February 1463 1:1.2 It has a marginal affect
4th Week of February 1556 1:1.1 The winter slowness continues
End of February / Begin March 1805 1:1.1 And March begins that way

Auto Transport Quotes To Riverside, CA In The Spring Season

The early Spring months in March are very manageable for car shipping to or from Riverside. But starting in late April, and throughout all of May, significantly more vehicles are shipping from Riverside than to it. That serves to drive down the auto transport cost to Riverside in the Spring Season. It is a great time to ship a car to Riverside.


Do Not Book A Car Shipment To Riverside Too Early

In the car shipping industry, as far as the carriers are concerned, it does not matter to them when an order is booked. In other words, it is not first come … first served. So nobody has reserved a spot, a space, on a transport trailer simply by booking their order weeks or even months in advance. 

What matters to auto transport carriers are their profits. To that end, they choose orders, which they call loads, that are the highest paying, or logistically make the most sense with an eye always on the bottom line. The carriers seek to maximize their profit, like everybody else.

Do not book a car shipment to Riverside too early. You might be priced too low, in which case, your vehicle will likely be rejected by the carriers and won’t ship. Or if it does ship, it will be the last to do so, and probably far later than you had hoped. 

Conversely, booking too early might also mean you unwittingly committed to a higher-than-necessary price to ship your car in a timely fashion. The high price might have been the market rate at the time of booking, but in the interim, car shipping rates may have come down and you won’t enjoy the savings. 

It is always best to have the current market pricing, which guards against both too low and too high a transport price.


Book Your Vehicle Shipment To Riverside About One Week Before Availability

Direct Express Auto Transport has been in the car shipping business for a long time. Over twenty years. We say a good rule of thumb is to book your vehicle shipment to Riverside about 7 days before availability. 

Most car transport carriers will not commit to a vehicle shipment more than three days in advance of availability. What has anyone gained, therefore, from booking weeks in advance? The answer is nothing, of course. 

So why book much earlier than one week before availability?

Spring Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Spring Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of March 1802 1:1 Complete parity coming and going to CA
2nd Week of March 1829 1:1 It stays that way for awhile
3rd Week of March 1877 1:1.1 It is still slow around St. Patrick’s Day
4th Week of March 2390 1.1:1 Ratios of 1:1 or 1:1.1 don’t mean much
1st Week of April 2450 1:1 They don’t move the pricing needle
2nd Week of April 2396 1:1.1 It stays that way thru mid April
3rd Week of April 2132 1:1.2 Things start to heat up shipping from CA
4th Week of April 2312 1:1.3 And car shipping costs go down to CA
1st Week of May 2859 1:1.5 May is a wonderful time to ship to CA
2nd Week of May 3297 1:1.4 But a tough time shipping from CA
3rd Week of May 3602 1:1.3 It stays that way from May and thru …
4th Week of May 3384 1:1.4 the Summer Season
End of May / Begin June 3228 1:1.5 Memorial Day

Car Shipping Quotes To Riverside, CA In The Summer Season

Auto transport to Riverside in the Summer Season is far busier than in the Spring Season. The ratios can be deceiving relative to the volume of activity. The reason there appear to be fewer cars on any given day being shipped to Riverside in the Summer is only because what becomes available doesn’t stay on the load board very long. 

Because there are often two or three times more cars shipping from Riverside in the Summer, it creates a high demand for vehicles shipping there. Rest assured that there are still plenty of orders being placed every day in the Summer to Riverside and gobbled up quickly. 

Auto transport quotes to Riverside in the Summer Season are less than from Riverside. It occasionally costs about 20-30% more to ship from Riverside in the Summer Season than it does going there.


Avoid Shipping A Car Around The 4th of July

Car transport carrier drivers enjoy being home as much as you do for the 4th of July festivities. The hometown parade. The barbecue with family and friends. A mid-summer rest with the people you love. 

The 4th of July holiday creates a backlog of car shipping orders. It gets worse if the 4th falls on a Wednesday, as drivers are divided on whether to enjoy a five-day holiday before or after the 4th of July. Ugh. 

If the 4th of July falls on a Tuesday or Thursday, the mini-vacation weekend becomes more clear. But the holiday is slightly prolonged and orders are still backed up in the freight system. 

When the carriers get back to work in early July, the highest-paying vehicle shipping orders get assigned first. For about two weeks thereafter, many customers find it both more expensive and frustrating.

The thing to do, and here is your tip, is to avoid vehicle shipping to Riverside the last week of June and the first week of July.


College Students Cause Havoc In Auto Shipping Every August

There is a very discernible car shipping spike every year in the late Summer Season shipping from California. While California has many popular universities and colleges that attract students from all over America, still there are far more California college students leaving the state for universities out-of-state.

That helps make car shipping to California in late August both cheaper and faster. 

Summer Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Summer Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of June 3238 1:1.5 Summer is the busiest season in CA
2nd Week of June 2710 1:1.8 The ratios in June shoot upward from CA
3rd Week of June 2580 1:2 Which causes prices to CA to dive
4th Week of June 2777 1:2 And overall makes the Summer the best
1st Week of July 2174 1:2.3 … time to ship a car to CA
2nd Week of July 2097 1:2.1 There is an inverse relationship from CA
3rd Week of July 1701 1:2.6 Where the volume and ratio cause prices
4th Week of July 1727 1:2.7 … from CA to skyrocket
1st Week of August 1898 1:2.9 More CA college students leave the state
2nd Week of August 1903 1:3 … than come to CA for college
3rd Week of August 1951 1:2.7 It drives car shipping to CA down
4th Week of August 1996 1:2.1 And stays that way all the way to …
End of August / Begin September 1807 1:2 Labor Day

Bottom Line: The Best Time For Car Shipping Quotes To Riverside, CA

When is the best time for car shipping quotes to Riverside, CA? Probably the Spring and Summer seasons. Auto transport quotes tend to be lower and service faster. The Autumn and Winter Seasons are more costly. 

As far as car shipping to Riverside goes, some seasons are much easier than others. 

The Autumn Season is steady for car shipping to Riverside at the beginning (in September) and at the end (November), but is more expensive in October and most of November (until Thanksgiving).

The Winter season is the hardest and most expensive around the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. 

The Spring Season is a good time for vehicle shipping to Riverside. 

The Summer Season is a difficult time shipping from Riverside, but that makes it ideal for transport to Riverside. 


The Original Car Shipping Quote Calculator To Riverside, California

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping quote calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to Riverside, CA.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient. 

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker. 

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate. 


Direct Express Auto Transport Changed The Car Shipping Industry

Direct Express Auto Transport started doing business in 2004. We came into the car shipping industry with a novel idea. Before us, no company had an instant car shipping quote calculator on their website. It simply did not exist. 

Further, no car shipping company would even provide an auto shipping quote without first knowing the caller’s personal information, such as name, telephone number, email, and physical address. We were astounded by that. So we threw a monkey wrench of sorts into the industry. 

Direct Express Auto Transport installed on our website the car shipping industry’s first instant quote calculator. We did not ask then and do not ask now, for any personal information before giving a quote. 

Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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When Best To Ship A Car To St. Petersburg, FL

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Seasonality greatly affects St. Petersburg car shipping quotes, overall cost, and level of service. When is the best time to ship a car to St. Petersburg, FL? Depending on the season, your approach to shipping your vehicle to St. Petersburg should change.

We include in this blog tried and true tips and strategies that will help you have a successful experience. We know when best to ship a car to St. Petersburg, FL in all four seasons.

OUR METHODOLOGY:

Direct Express Auto Transport has over twenty years of experience shipping cars to St. Petersburg, Florida. We track daily the number of single-vehicle Sedans, SUVs, Pickup Trucks, and Vans system-wide that are available to ship on a popular auto transport load board. 

We omit in our study multiple vehicle orders, those that are anywhere from 2 to 10 vehicles on the car transport trailer because we are better able to assess market volume changes. The numbers tell a story and we share the past year in this blog. 

Key Takeaways: 

  • Car shipping to St. Petersburg, FL is affected by the seasons.
  • The highest vehicle shipping cost to St. Petersburg is around the Christmas and New Year holidays during the snowbird Winter season.
  • The cheapest auto transport quotes to St. Petersburg happen just four months later in the Spring season.
  • The late Summer season collides with college student auto shipping, and for a while, costs rise.
  • The Autumn season is an ideal time to ship your car to St. Petersburg.

In This Blog Article:

Ship A Car To St. Petersburg, FL In The Winter Season

Shipping a car to St. Petersburg in the winter season is extremely difficult. Specifically, over the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. 

When we talk about seasonality in the vehicle transport industry, late December and early January are the big reasons. No other time is as hectic and stressful as that period. 

Here is what typically happens to the sheer number of vehicles shipping to Florida on any given day in the Winter Season from December to February. It is often called Snowbird season as well.


Do Not Book A Vehicle Shipment To St. Petersburg Too Soon

The auto shipping industry is not first come, first served. Once Christmas arrives, the vehicle shipping cost rises incrementally almost daily for four weeks. If a customer booked too early, he will likely have too low a price when the time comes to ship his car. He will have to wait.

The carriers are not concerned with when any particular order was booked. They are only concerned with maximizing their profit, as anyone would be. The carriers quite naturally choose to haul the highest-paying vehicles available. For them, it is a feeding frenzy.

The car shipping carriers have a dilemma to contend with once in St. Petersburg. There is very little freight leaving St. Petersburg. Because there are so many competing car transport carriers swarming to St. Petersburg, and elsewhere in Florida, in late December and all of January, chances are high that a carrier returns home with a half-empty trailer. That means he must make money on the trip to St. Petersburg. He doesn’t have the luxury of transporting cheap orders. 


Book Your Car Shipment Order To St. Petersburg, FL About One Week Prior

A good rule of thumb is to book your vehicle shipment to St. Petersburg about 7 days before availability. The overwhelming majority of auto transport carriers will not commit to picking up a car shipment more than three days in advance of the vehicle availability. 

So why book much earlier than that? It is almost always best to have current vehicle transport market pricing. If it’s high, then there’s no way around it, you will likely pay more. Because otherwise your car won’t ship and others will.


The Best Time To Ship A Car To St. Petersburg, FL In The Winter

If at all possible, you should avoid the last two weeks of December and the first two weeks of January. It is hectic for everybody. Just look at the chart and see how the number of vehicles available to ship skyrockets fourfold around the holidays. It is more than the car transportation system can handle. 

During the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays, the vehicle transport carriers and brokers, and most of all – the customers, are stressed.

Winter Season Auto Transport To Florida Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To FL Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From FL Comments About Winter Season Car Shipping To Florida
1st Week of December 3288 1.3:1 Thanksgiving causes a mini-backlog
2nd Week of December 2056 1.6:1 Early December mirrors November volume
3rd Week of December 3306 1.5:1 The snowbird rush to FL begins in earnest
4th Week of December 4085 1.8:1 Carriers want to be home for Xmas too
1st Week of January 6785 2.1:1 And New Year’s … busiest week of the year
2nd Week of January 5400 2.2:1 Highest priced orders ship first
3rd Week of January 3770 1.6:1 2nd highest priced orders ship next
4th Week of January 3417 1.6:1 Eventually all the snowbirds ship a vehicle
1st Week of February 2153 1.3:1 It took a month for a return to normalcy
2nd Week of February 2311 1:1 February is so calm compared to January
3rd Week of February 1711 1:1 Crickets … nothing but crickets
4th Week of February 1627 1:1.3 Late February is a very good time to ship
End of February / Begin March 1791 1:1.5 An ideal time to ship a car to Florida

Ship A Car To St. Petersburg, FL In The Spring Season

When the St. Petersburg snowbirds return home in the Spring season, starting in late April, throughout all of May, and into early June, the above scenario works in reverse. 

The Spring Season is a fantastic time to ship a car to St. Petersburg, Florida. There are far more vehicles leaving St. Petersburg then are arriving. The tilted ratio effect of that pushes car shipping quotes down, while at the same time speeding up the timeframes for delivery. It is the best possible scenario imaginable if you are shipping a car to St. Petersburg, FL.


Why May Is The Cheapest Time Of Year To Ship A Car To St. Petersburg

And then there is May, which is ridiculously advantageous for shipping a vehicle to Florida. The cheapest Vehicle Transport pricing of the year to St. Petersburg occurs in May. Why is that, you ask? In May, there are tens of thousands of snowbirds (retirees, college students, and many others) who hibernated in St. Petersburg for the winter and are returning home to the north. With so many leaving St. Petersburg, and so few coming, the reverse route to St. Petersburg becomes incredibly cheap. Enjoy it while you can. 

In May, auto shipping quotes from St. Petersburg usually skyrocket as demand for car transport carrier space is very high. Available carrier space is in short supply. The inverse is true. There is an overabundance of auto transport carrier space available to St. Petersburg, which drives down the price. Therefore, May is the cheapest time of year to ship a car to St. Petersburg.

Spring Season Auto Transport To Florida Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To FL Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From FL Comments About Spring Season Car Shipping To Florida
1st Week of March 3593 1:1.3 March is generally calm
2nd Week of March 3708 1:1.4 Normal low activity in March to FL
3rd Week of March 3102 1:1.6 A great time to ship to Florida
4th Week of March 2226 1:2 Snowbirds leaving
1st Week of April 2716 1:2 Snowbirds leaving Florida
2nd Week of April 2228 1:2.5 The best time to ship a car to Florida
3rd Week of April 1950 1:3 Cheap car shipping period to Florida
4th Week of April 2659 1:2.7 Snowbirds leaving is great for the reverse
1st Week of May 3230 1:2.9 May is ideal for shipping to FL
2nd Week of May 2181 1:4.3 Vehicles ship to Florida quickly because …
3rd Week of May 2262 1:3.7 There are fourfold cars leaving Florida
4th Week of May 1886 1:3.4 May is cheapest month to ship to Florida
End of May / Begin June 3166 1:2.1 Memorial Day

Should You Ship A Car To St. Petersburg, FL In The Summer Season?

Auto transport to St. Petersburg, FL in the Summer Season is busier than the Spring or Autumn seasons, but not nearly as hectic as the Winter season. Vehicle Transport quotes are fairly stable throughout the summer but rise significantly in August. 

The snowbirds have finally returned home by the end of May, with a few stragglers in early June. 

Like the rest of the country in the Summer Season, auto shipping traffic tends to be families and individuals relocating from and to other states. There are more vehicle shipments than in the slower months of February, March, and April. And considerably more than September, October, and November. 


Avoid Shipping A Vehicle To St. Petersburg, FL Around The 4th of July

Car transport carrier drivers enjoy being home as much as you do for the 4th of July festivities. The hometown parade. The barbecue with family and friends. A mid-summer rest with the people you love. 

That means fewer vehicles are getting shipped right in the middle of the busy Summer Season. Orders get backlogged. When the carriers get back to work in early July, they transport to St. Petersburg the highest-paying freight first with no regard to how long a customer has been waiting. For about two weeks thereafter, many customers find it both more expensive and frustrating.

The thing to do, and here is your tip, is to avoid vehicle shipping to St. Petersburg the last week of June and the first two weeks of July. That is not a good time to ship a car.


College Students Create A Spike In Car Shipping Every August

There is a very discernible automobile shipping spike every year in the late Summer Season. Florida has many popular universities and colleges that attract students from all over America. For many, it is an ideal place to go to college. 

Those Florida colleges on the semester system create a mid-August boost in auto transport to St. Petersburg that lasts until the end of the month. Of the nearly 800,000 Florida college students, roughly 17% are from out-of-state, which means tens of thousands suddenly require vehicle shipping services. 

Summer Season Auto Transport To Florida Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To FL Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From FL Comments About Summer Season Car Shipping To Florida
1st Week of June 3228 1:1.9 Snowbird season FROM FL continues
2nd Week of June 2973 1:1.6 Early June is ideal car shipping TO FL
3rd Week of June 2483 1:1.5 It is cheap auto transport to Florida
4th Week of June 2834 1:1.2 A transition starts to happen in Florida
1st Week of July 2440 1:1.3 The 4th of July creates a mini backlog
2nd Week of July 3328 1:1.1 A week of parity shipping TO and FRO
3rd Week of July 2331 1.3:1 Suddenly it is more costly car shipping to FL
4th Week of July 2075 1.2:1 But only slightly more expensive TO Florida
1st Week of August 3287 1.4:1 August is not a good month shipping TO FL
2nd Week of August 3419 2.1:1 College kids shipping cars to Florida
3rd Week of August 3062 2.1:1 Families relocating to Florida before school
4th Week of August 2901 2.1:1 A horrible time to ship a car to Florida
End of August / Begin September 2610 2:1 Because more than twice the vehicles are shipping TO Florida than FROM Florida

Car Shipping Timeframes To St. Petersburg, FL In The Autumn Season

Vehicle shipping to St. Petersburg in the Autumn Season is easy. It is considered a slow time of year in the car shipping industry. Automobile shipping costs remain stable and affordable throughout most of the Fall or Autumn Season. 


Hurricanes and Thanksgiving Create Auto Shipping Backlogs

The only blips on the screen when it comes to vehicle shipping to St. Petersburg in the Autumn Season are hurricanes and Thanksgiving. And both are momentary. 

National weather forecasters can see hurricanes forming in the Caribbean or Gulf of Mexico days in advance. Car transport carriers know how long they have to get out of Florida, and they avoid entirely any route there. They wait it out, which usually takes but a few days, a week at most. 

September and October are the two most susceptible months for hurricanes, but of course, there are exceptions. Hurricanes create a backlog of vehicle shipments to St. Petersburg that are usually overcome within a week after the event. 

At the end of November comes Thanksgiving. Like everybody else, Vehicle Transport carriers like to be home for Turkey Day too. Because Thanksgiving is always the fourth Thursday in November, drivers are usually home by the Wednesday before and don’t return to the road until the Monday after Thanksgiving. Essentially a five-day break for many. It takes about a week for the vehicle shipping freight system to recover and return to stable. 

Autumn Season Auto Transport To Florida Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To FL Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From FL Comments About Autumn Season Car Shipping To Florida
1st Week of September 2302 1.9:1 Extremely high ratio of 2-1 car shipping to FL
2nd Week of September 2295 1.6:1 Shipping to FL is very high cost early Sept
3rd Week of September 3601 1.4:1 Higher than normal throughout September
4th Week of September 4005 1.4:1 The high ratio to FL continues
1st Week of October 2139 1.8:1 Pricing remains high due to the imbalance
2nd Week of October 3254 1.5:1 Car shipping cost to FL is still very high
3rd Week of October 2700 2.7:1 Ratios are way out of whack to Florida
4th Week of October 2568 2.9:1 Car shipping costs to Florida skyrocket
1st Week of November 2622 2.5:1 Pricing remains high due to the imbalance
2nd Week of November 2008 2.1:1 Early November is a bad time to ship to FL
3rd Week of November 1518 1.4:1 mid-November starts to calm down
4th Week of November 2243 1.3:1 Vehicle shipping interrupted by Turkey Day
End of November / Begin December 2422 1.7:1 Thanksgiving causes car shipment backlogs to Florida for a week or more

Bottom Line: When Best To Ship A Car To St. Petersburg, FL

When is the best time to ship a car to St. Petersburg, FL? Probably the Spring, Summer, and Autumn Seasons. Car shipping quotes tend to be lower and service faster. The Winter Season is far more costly.

As far as car shipping to St. Petersburg goes, some seasons are much easier than others. The Winter season is by far the toughest, especially around the auto transport snowbird migration to St. Petersburg in late December and January, as shipping costs soar. 

The Spring season is a good time to ship a car to St. Petersburg, especially in May when snowbird backhaul prices plummet to St. Petersburg. The Summer season is relatively fine. The Autumn season is ideal weather, and car transport quotes tend to be lower than average. 


The Original Car Shipping Quote Calculator To St. Petersburg, Florida

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping quote calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to St. Petersburg, FL.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient. 

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker. 

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate.


Direct Express Auto Transport Changed The Car Shipping Industry

Direct Express Auto Transport started doing business in 2004. We came into the car shipping industry with a novel idea. Before us, no company had an instant quote calculator on their website. It simply did not exist. 

Further, no car shipping company would even provide an auto shipping quote without first knowing the caller’s personal information, such as name, telephone number, email, and physical address. We were astounded by that. So we threw a monkey wrench of sorts into the industry. 

Direct Express Auto Transport installed on our website the car shipping industry’s first instant quote calculator. We did not ask then and do not ask now, for any personal information before giving a quote. 

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Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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When To Ship A Car To Fort Worth, TX

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The change in seasons affects Fort Worth car shipping quotes, carrier fees, and timeframes. When is it most ideal to ship a car to Fort Worth, TX? Depending on the season, your approach to transporting a car to Fort Worth should also change.

We include in this blog, great advice on what you should do to have a successful experience. We have learned the ideal time to ship a car to Fort Worth, Texas in all the seasons and share our wisdom with you here in this article.

OUR RESEARCH METHODOLOGY:

Direct Express Auto Transport has over 20 years of expert experience in car shipping to Fort Worth, Texas. For many years, we have logged the number of single-vehicle Sedans, SUVs, Pickup Trucks, and Vans system-wide (not just our orders) that are available to ship on the most widely used auto transport load board. 

To make it more informative in our study, we do not include multiple vehicle orders, which are anywhere from 2 to 10 vehicles on a vehicle transport trailer, because we are better able to assess market volume changes. Direct Express Auto Transport has been doing this kind of market analysis for the better part of twenty years. Our saved data is exhaustive and reveals a story of what to expect when you ship a vehicle to Fort Worth, TX.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Car shipping to Fort Worth is affected by the seasons.
  • The highest vehicle shipping cost to Fort Worth is around the Christmas and New Year holidays during the Winter season.
  • The cheapest auto transport quotes to Fort Worth are in the Autumn season, particularly in November and early December.
  • The car shipping cost to Fort Worth is elevated, higher than most routes, for the Winter, Spring, and Summer seasons.
  • Year-round, vehicle shipping to Fort Worth normally costs more than the reverse.

In This Blog Article:

Ship A Car To Fort Worth, TX In The Spring Season

In the Spring Season, the volume of orders to Fort Worth is higher than normal. The Spring Season in Texas is nothing like the Spring Season in Florida. The ratios stay elevated car shipping to Fort Worth, TX throughout the Spring. It is close to 2 to 1 the entire season.


The Toughest Time Of Year To Ship A Car To Fort Worth

Other than the New Year’s holiday, the most prolonged and toughest time of year for auto transport pricing to Fort Worth, Texas occurs in the Spring and Summer Seasons. 

With so many vehicles shipping to Fort Worth, and so few leaving, the reverse route from Fort Worth, TX becomes incredibly cheap. Enjoy it while you can. 


Do Not Book A Car Shipment To Fort Worth Too Early

In the auto transport industry, as far as the carriers are concerned, it does not matter to them when an order is booked. In other words, it is not first come … first served. So nobody has reserved a spot, a space, on a transport trailer simply by booking their order weeks or even months in advance. 

What matters to vehicle transport carriers are their profits. To that end, they choose orders, which they call loads, that are the highest paying, or logistically make the most sense with an eye always on the bottom line. The carriers seek to maximize their profit, like everybody else.

Do not book an automobile shipment to Fort Worth, TX too early. You might be priced too low, in which case, your car will likely be rejected by the carriers and won’t ship. Or if it does ship, it will be the last to do so, and probably far later than you had hoped. 

Conversely, booking too early might also mean you unwittingly committed to a higher-than-necessary price to ship your car in a timely fashion. The high price might have been the market rate at the time of booking, but in the interim, auto shipping rates may have come down and you won’t enjoy the savings. 

It is always best to have the current market pricing, which guards against both too low and too high a transport price. 


Book Your Car Shipment To Fort Worth About One Week Before Availability

Direct Express Auto Transport has been in the car shipping industry for a long time. Over twenty years. We say a good rule of thumb is to book your car shipment to Fort Worth, TX about 7 days before availability. 

Most auto transport carriers will not commit to a vehicle shipment more than three days in advance of availability. What has anyone gained, therefore, from booking weeks in advance? The answer is nothing, of course. 

So why book much earlier than one week before availability?

Spring Season Auto Transport To Texas Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To TX Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From TX Comments About Spring Season Car Shipping To Texas
1st Week of March 3289 1.6:1 The ratio is nearly 2-1 cars shipping to TX
2nd Week of March 3730 1.6:1 It stays that way for several weeks
3rd Week of March 3339 1.6:1 College Spring Break in Texas
4th Week of March 4212 1.9:1 Spring Break to Texas creates demand
1st Week of April 4462 1.8:1 More Spring Break shipments
2nd Week of April 4117 1.9:1 The 2-1 ratio to TX elevates quote prices
3rd Week of April 3914 1.8:1 It is more expensive car shipping to TX …
4th Week of April 4213 1.7:1 Than shipping from Texas in the Spring
1st Week of May 4027 1.9:1 Car shipping is nearly twice as costly to TX
2nd Week of May 4193 1.5:1 There is not much let up in May
3rd Week of May 4513 1.3:1 There is also a spike in cars leaving TX
4th Week of May 4086 1.4:1 But there are still more coming than leaving
End of May / Begin June 4254 1.4:1 Memorial Day creates more backlog

Auto Transport To Fort Worth, TX In The Summer Season

Auto transport prices to Fort Worth in the Summer Season are just as busy as in the Spring. The auto-shipping ratio of vehicles available to ship to Fort Worth, TX is still much higher. Which keeps vehicle shipping costs higher. 

The month of August becomes extremely busy shipping to Fort Worth, as both the timeframe and cost rise significantly. If at all possible, avoid auto transport to Fort Worth, TX in August. 

Conversely, you will win in August shipping from Fort Worth.


Avoid Shipping A Vehicle To Fort Worth, TX Around The 4th of July

Car transport carrier drivers enjoy being home as much as you do for the 4th of July festivities. The hometown parade. The barbecue with family and friends. A mid-summer rest with the people you love. 

That means fewer vehicles are getting shipped right in the middle of the busy Summer Season. Orders get backlogged. When the carriers get back to work in early July, they transport to Fort Worth, TX the highest-paying freight first with no regard to how long a customer has been waiting. For about two weeks thereafter, many customers find it both more expensive and frustrating.

The thing to do, and here is your tip, is to avoid vehicle shipping to Fort Worth the last week of June and the first two weeks of July. That is not a good time to ship a car.


College Students Create A Spike In Car Shipping Every August

There is a very discernible car shipping spike every year in the late Summer Season. Texas has many popular universities and colleges that attract students from all over America. For many, it is an ideal place to go to college. 

Texas colleges on the semester system create a mid-August boost in auto transport to Fort Worth that lasts until the end of the month.

Summer Season Auto Transport To Texas Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To TX Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From TX Comments About Summer Season Car Shipping To Texas
1st Week of June 4296 1.4:1 Summer is a busy time shipping to Texas
2nd Week of June 3384 1.4:1 Pricing stays stable & high in May, June, July
3rd Week of June 3629 1.3:1 It is much cheaper shipping FROM Texas
4th Week of June 3676 1.4:1 Because more are shipping cars to Texas …
1st Week of July 3193 1.5:1 Auto transport quotes remain higher to TX
2nd Week of July 3091 1.5:1 The 4th of July holiday created more pressure
3rd Week of July 2630 1.4:1 No break in pricing shipping to Texas
4th Week of July 2389 1.7:1 The imbalance shipping to TX gets worse
1st Week of August 3408 2:1 There are twice the cars shipping to TX
2nd Week of August 3751 1.9:1 College kids shipping cars to Texas
3rd Week of August 3378 2.2:1 Families relocating to Texas before school
4th Week of August 3402 2.4:1 A horrible time to ship a car to Texas
End of August / Begin September 3164 2.2:1 Because more than twice the vehicles are shipping TO Texas than FROM Texas

Ship A Car To Fort Worth, TX In The Autumn Season

Vehicle shipping to Fort Worth in the Autumn Season is easy. It is considered a slower time of year in the car shipping industry. Auto transport costs remain stable and more affordable throughout most of the Autumn Season. It is the cheapest and most ideal time of year to ship your car to Fort Worth, TX. 


Hurricanes & Thanksgiving Can Cause Car Shipping Delays

National weather forecasters can see hurricanes forming in the Gulf of Mexico days in advance. Car transport carriers know how long they have to get out of Texas, and they avoid entirely any route there. They wait it out, which usually takes but a few days, a week at most. Those of us in the auto transport industry can tell you that climate change is real. 

September and October are the two most susceptible months for hurricanes, but of course, there are exceptions. Hurricanes create a backlog of vehicle shipments to Fort Worth, TX that are usually overcome within a week after the event. 

At the end of November comes Thanksgiving. Like everybody else, auto transport carriers like to be home for Turkey Day too. 

Because Thanksgiving is always the fourth Thursday in November, drivers are usually home by the Wednesday before and don’t return to the road until the Monday after Thanksgiving. Essentially a five-day break for many. It takes about a week for the vehicle shipping freight system to recover and return to normal. 

Autumn Season Auto Transport To Texas Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To TX Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From TX Comments About Autumn Season Car Shipping To Texas
1st Week of September 3165 2:1 Extremely high ratio of 2-1 car shipping to TX
2nd Week of September 2720 2.3:1 Shipping to TX is very high cost early Sept
3rd Week of September 2308 2:1 Higher than normal throughout September
4th Week of September 2260 1.7:1 The almost 2-1 ratio to Texas continues
1st Week of October 1817 1.8:1 Pricing remains high due to the imbalance
2nd Week of October 2372 1.4:1 Ratios are a big deal to car shipping quotes
3rd Week of October 2294 1.3:1 Car Shipping Quotes start to come down
4th Week of October 2593 1.2:1 There is almost parity in the market
1st Week of November 2461 1:1 Best time to ship a car to Texas is now
2nd Week of November 1893 1:1 Early November is a great time to ship a car
3rd Week of November 1565 1.2:1 November is okay for car shipping to Texas
4th Week of November 2514 1.1:1 Vehicle shipping interrupted by Turkey Day
End of November / Begin December 2832 1.1:1 Thanksgiving causes a minor backlog

Ship A Car To Fort Worth, TX In The Winter Season

When we talk about seasonality in the vehicle transport industry, late December and early January are the big reasons. It becomes hectic, expensive, and stressful during that period shipping a car to Fort Worth, TX.


When Is The Ideal Time To Ship A Car To Fort Worth, TX In The Winter?

If at all possible, you should avoid shipping a car to Fort Worth, TX in the last week of December and the first two weeks of January.

During the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays, the auto transport carriers and brokers, and most of all the customers, are stressed.

But not all customers understand the auto transport industry, and why the order they placed weeks ago might still be waiting to ship.

Winter Season Auto Transport To Texas Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To TX Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From TX Comments About Winter Season Car Shipping To Texas
1st Week of December 1890 1.1:1 The lull from November continues
2nd Week of December 1883 1.1:1 Early December is ideal to ship a car
3rd Week of December 2679 1.4:1 The snowbird rush to TX begins in earnest
4th Week of December 4189 1.2:1 Carriers want to be home for Xmas too
1st Week of January 4822 1.1:1 The busiest week of the year is New Year’s
2nd Week of January 3234 1.2:1 Highest priced orders ship first
3rd Week of January 3071 1.3:1 2nd highest priced orders ship next
4th Week of January 2232 1.3:1 The number winnows down
1st Week of February 1923 1.4:1 A period of stability takes over
2nd Week of February 2411 1.5:1 Car transport prices remain elevated …
3rd Week of February 2357 1.4:1 Because there are more car shipping to TX
4th Week of February 2946 1:4.1 It stays that way until October
End of February / Begin March 2901 1.8:1 Twice as many vehicles are shipping to TX

Bottom Line: When To Ship A Car To Fort Worth, TX

When is the ideal time to ship a car to Fort Worth, TX? Probably only in November, and early December. The Winter, all of Spring, and as well the Summer months, are far more expensive shipping to Fort Worth. Which makes the reverse route in each season the exact opposite. 

The Winter season is by far the toughest for car shipping to Fort Worth, especially around the auto transport snowbird migration in late December and January, as shipping costs soar. 

The Autumn season is ideal weather, and car transport quotes tend to be lower than average. 


The Original Car Shipping Quote Calculator To Fort Worth, Texas

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping quote calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to Fort Worth, TX.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient. 

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker. 

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate.


Direct Express Auto Transport Changed The Car Shipping Industry

Direct Express Auto Transport started doing business in 2004. We came into the car shipping industry with a novel idea. Before us, no company had an instant quote calculator on their website. It simply did not exist. 

Further, no car shipping company would even provide an auto shipping quote without first knowing the caller’s personal information, such as name, telephone number, email, and physical address. We were astounded by that. So we threw a monkey wrench of sorts into the industry. 

Direct Express Auto Transport installed on our website the car shipping industry’s first instant quote calculator. We did not ask then and do not ask now, for any personal information before giving a quote. 

Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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When Is The Best Time To Ship A Car To Anaheim, CA

When Is The Best Time To Ship A Car To Anaheim, CA?

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Seasonality affects Anaheim car shipping quotes, total cost, and service. When is the best time to ship a car to Anaheim, CA? When to avoid it? Depending on the season, your approach to shipping a vehicle to Anaheim should change.

We include in this blog, savvy tips and strategies that will help you have a successful experience. We have learned the best time to ship a car to Anaheim, California in all four seasons and share that with you here in this article.

OUR METHODOLOGY:

Direct Express Auto Transport has over twenty years of expertise in car shipping to Anaheim, California. Every day, we log the number of single-vehicle Sedans, SUVs, Pickup Trucks, and Vans system-wide (not just our orders) that are available to ship on the most widely used car transport load board. 

To compare apples to apples, in our research, we do not include multiple vehicle orders, which are anywhere from 2 to 10 vehicles on a car transport trailer, because we are better able to assess market volume changes. Direct Express Auto Transport has been doing this kind of market analysis for the better part of twenty years. The data is rich and tells a story of car shipping to Anaheim, CA.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Car shipping to Anaheim is affected greatly by the seasons.
  • The highest vehicle shipping cost to Anaheim is during the Christmas & New Year’s holidays, and the Autumn Season months of October and early November.
  • The cheapest auto transport quotes to Anaheim are from May through August. The Summer Season.
  • Conversely, the most expensive car shipping quotes from Anaheim are also from May through August. The Summer Season.
  • The late Winter Season and early Spring reach a level of pricing parity and are an ideal time to ship a car to Anaheim.

In This Blog Article:

Ship A Car To Anaheim, CA In The Autumn Season

Almost year round more vehicles are being shipped from Anaheim than to it. Rarely is it the opposite. That reverses, however, in the Autumn Season when there are significantly more cars being shipped to Anaheim, which drives up the car shipping rates to Anaheim. 

It would be a good idea to steer clear of shipping a car to Anaheim in the months of October and November if your goal is to save money. 


A Tough Time Of Year To Ship A Car To Anaheim

Other than the New Year’s holiday, the most prolonged and toughest time of year for vehicle transport pricing to Anaheim, California occurs in the Autumn Season. 

In Autumn, more vehicles are shipping to Anaheim, and fewer leaving. October and November are the only two months in the year when it is harder and more expensive to ship a car to Anaheim.


Vehicle Transport Delays To Anaheim During Thanksgiving

Toward the end of November comes Thanksgiving. Many vehicle transport drivers manipulate their route schedules to make it home for Thanksgiving. 

Thanksgiving falls every year on the fourth Thursday in November, and drivers are usually home by Tuesday or Wednesday before. They don’t get back on the road until usually the Monday after Thanksgiving. That provides a five-day break.

Autumn Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Autumn Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of September 1938 1:1.4 The last of the summer exodus from CA
2nd Week of September 1984 1:1.1 Business returns to near calm & parity
3rd Week of September 1605 1:1 September slowness
4th Week of September 1748 1:1.1 And it stays that way though November
1st Week of October 1590 1.4:1 The only time all year there are far …
2nd Week of October 1530 1.4:1 … more cars shipping to Los Angeles
3rd Week of October 1674 1.4:1 October and November are the only …
4th Week of October 1815 1.5:1 … months that happens
1st Week of November 1762 1.3:1 So avoid shipping your car to Los Angeles
2nd Week of November 1592 1.2:1 … in October and early November
3rd Week of November 1256 1:1.1 Auto transport quotes are lower in late …
4th Week of November 1557 1:1.1 … November and early December
End of November / Begin December 1476 1:1 A better time to ship a car to Los Angeles

Car Shipping To Anaheim In The Winter Season

When we talk about the effect of seasonality on the auto transport industry, it is late December and early January that we most allude. It is chaotic, costly, and stressful during the holidays to ship a car to Anaheim. 

Once Christmas arrives, the vehicle shipping cost rises incrementally almost daily for four weeks. If a customer booked too early, he will likely have too low a price when the time comes to ship his car. He will have to wait. Or add money to rectify the dilemma. 


When Is The Best Time To Ship A Car To Anaheim In The Winter?

If at all possible, you should avoid the last two weeks of December and the first three weeks of January. It is chaotic for brokers, carriers, and customers alike.

Other than the holiday blip, the Winter Season tends to be relatively tame when it comes to shipping a car to Anaheim. The same applies when transporting a vehicle from Anaheim in the Winter as well.

Winter Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Winter Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of December 1502 1:1 Early December is considered a slow time
2nd Week of December 1652 1:1.2 Still slow
3rd Week of December 1864 1:1 Not much different
4th Week of December 2354 1:1 Christmas time will cause shipping delays
1st Week of January 3094 1:1.1 Orders backlog because of New Years
2nd Week of January 2747 1:1.1 It takes a couple weeks to flush out
3rd Week of January 1928 1:1.1 A slow period starts to emerge
4th Week of January 1709 1:1.2 Post holiday – mid-winter slow
1st Week of February 1607 1:1.2 Pricing remains stable in February
2nd Week of February 1624 1:1.1 Slightly more vehicles leaving CA
3rd Week of February 1463 1:1.2 It has a marginal affect
4th Week of February 1556 1:1.1 The winter slowness continues
End of February / Begin March 1805 1:1.1 And March begins that way

Auto Transport To Anaheim In The Spring Season

The early Spring months in March are very manageable for car shipping to or from Anaheim. But starting in late April, and throughout all of May, significantly more vehicles are shipping from Anaheim than to it. That serves to drive down the auto transport cost to Anaheim in the Spring Season. It is a great time to ship a car to Anaheim.


Do Not Book A Car Shipment To Anaheim Too Early

In the car shipping industry, as far as the carriers are concerned, it does not matter to them when an order is booked. In other words, it is not first come … first served. So nobody has reserved a spot, a space, on a transport trailer simply by booking their order weeks or even months in advance. 

What matters to auto transport carriers are their profits. To that end, they choose orders, which they call loads, that are the highest paying, or logistically make the most sense with an eye always on the bottom line. The carriers seek to maximize their profit, like everybody else.

Do not book a car shipment to Anaheim too early. You might be priced too low, in which case, your vehicle will likely be rejected by the carriers and won’t ship. Or if it does ship, it will be the last to do so, and probably far later than you had hoped. 

Conversely, booking too early might also mean you unwittingly committed to a higher-than-necessary price to ship your car in a timely fashion. The high price might have been the market rate at the time of booking, but in the interim, car shipping rates may have come down and you won’t enjoy the savings. 

It is always best to have the current market pricing, which guards against both too low and too high a transport price.


Book Your Vehicle Shipment To Anaheim About One Week Before Availability

Direct Express Auto Transport has been in the car shipping business for a long time. Over twenty years. We say a good rule of thumb is to book your vehicle shipment to Anaheim about 7 days before availability. 

Most car transport carriers will not commit to a vehicle shipment more than three days in advance of availability. What has anyone gained, therefore, from booking weeks in advance? The answer is nothing, of course. 

So why book much earlier than one week before availability?

Spring Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Spring Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of March 1802 1:1 Complete parity coming and going to CA
2nd Week of March 1829 1:1 It stays that way for awhile
3rd Week of March 1877 1:1.1 It is still slow around St. Patrick’s Day
4th Week of March 2390 1.1:1 Ratios of 1:1 or 1:1.1 don’t mean much
1st Week of April 2450 1:1 They don’t move the pricing needle
2nd Week of April 2396 1:1.1 It stays that way thru mid April
3rd Week of April 2132 1:1.2 Things start to heat up shipping from CA
4th Week of April 2312 1:1.3 And car shipping costs go down to CA
1st Week of May 2859 1:1.5 May is a wonderful time to ship to CA
2nd Week of May 3297 1:1.4 But a tough time shipping from CA
3rd Week of May 3602 1:1.3 It stays that way from May and thru …
4th Week of May 3384 1:1.4 the Summer Season
End of May / Begin June 3228 1:1.5 Memorial Day

Car Transport To Anaheim In The Summer Season

Auto transport to Anaheim in the Summer Season is far busier than in the Spring Season. The ratios can be deceiving relative to the volume of activity. The reason there appear to be fewer cars on any given day being shipped to Anaheim in the Summer is only because what becomes available doesn’t stay on the load board very long. 

Because there are often two or three times more cars shipping from Anaheim in the Summer, it creates a high demand for vehicles shipping there. Rest assured that there are still plenty of orders being placed every day in the Summer to Anaheim and gobbled up quickly. 

Auto transport costs to Anaheim in the Summer Season are less than from Anaheim. It occasionally costs about 20-30% more to ship from Anaheim in the Summer Season than it does going there.


Avoid Shipping A Vehicle Around The 4th of July

Car transport carrier drivers enjoy being home as much as you do for the 4th of July festivities. The hometown parade. The barbecue with family and friends. A mid-summer rest with the people you love. 

The 4th of July holiday creates a backlog of car shipping orders. It gets worse if the 4th falls on a Wednesday, as drivers are divided on whether to enjoy a five-day holiday before or after the 4th of July. Ugh. 

If the 4th of July falls on a Tuesday or Thursday, the mini-vacation weekend becomes more clear. But the holiday is slightly prolonged and orders are still backed up in the freight system. 

When the carriers get back to work in early July, the highest-paying vehicle shipping orders get assigned first. For about two weeks thereafter, many customers find it both more expensive and frustrating.

The thing to do, and here is your tip, is to avoid vehicle shipping to Anaheim the last week of June and the first week of July.


College Students Cause Havoc In Auto Shipping Every August

There is a very discernible car shipping spike every year in the late Summer Season shipping from California. While California has many popular universities and colleges that attract students from all over America, still there are far more California college students leaving the state for universities out-of-state.

That helps make car shipping to California in late August both cheaper and faster. 

Summer Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Summer Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of June 3238 1:1.5 Summer is the busiest season in CA
2nd Week of June 2710 1:1.8 The ratios in June shoot upward from CA
3rd Week of June 2580 1:2 Which causes prices to CA to dive
4th Week of June 2777 1:2 And overall makes the Summer the best
1st Week of July 2174 1:2.3 … time to ship a car to CA
2nd Week of July 2097 1:2.1 There is an inverse relationship from CA
3rd Week of July 1701 1:2.6 Where the volume and ratio cause prices
4th Week of July 1727 1:2.7 … from CA to skyrocket
1st Week of August 1898 1:2.9 More CA college students leave the state
2nd Week of August 1903 1:3 … than come to CA for college
3rd Week of August 1951 1:2.7 It drives car shipping to CA down
4th Week of August 1996 1:2.1 And stays that way all the way to …
End of August / Begin September 1807 1:2 Labor Day

Bottom Line: The Best Time To Ship A Car To Anaheim, CA

When is the best time to ship a car to Anaheim? Probably the Spring and Summer seasons. Car shipping quotes tend to be lower and service faster. The Autumn and Winter Seasons are more costly. 

As far as car shipping to Anaheim goes, some seasons are much easier than others. 

The Autumn Season is steady for car shipping to Anaheim at the beginning (in September) and at the end (November), but is more expensive in October and most of November (until Thanksgiving).

The Winter season is the hardest and most expensive around the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. 

The Spring Season is a good time for vehicle shipping to Anaheim. 

The Summer Season is a difficult time shipping from Anaheim, but that makes it ideal for transport to Anaheim. 


The Original Car Shipping Quote Calculator To Anaheim, California

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping quote calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to Anaheim, CA.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient. 

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker. 

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate. 


Direct Express Auto Transport Changed The Car Shipping Industry

Direct Express Auto Transport started doing business in 2004. We came into the car shipping industry with a novel idea. Before us, no company had an instant car shipping quote calculator on their website. It simply did not exist. 

Further, no car shipping company would even provide an auto shipping quote without first knowing the caller’s personal information, such as name, telephone number, email, and physical address. We were astounded by that. So we threw a monkey wrench of sorts into the industry. 

Direct Express Auto Transport installed on our website the car shipping industry’s first instant quote calculator. We did not ask then and do not ask now, for any personal information before giving a quote. 

Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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Seasonality greatly affects Jacksonville car shipping quotes, overall cost, and level of service. When is the ideal time to ship a car to Jacksonville, FL? Depending on the season, your approach to shipping your vehicle to Jacksonville should change.

We include in this blog tried and true tips and strategies that will help you have a successful experience. We know when best to ship a car to Jacksonville, FL in all four seasons.

OUR METHODOLOGY:

Direct Express Auto Transport has over twenty years of experience shipping cars to Jacksonville, Florida. We track daily the number of single-vehicle Sedans, SUVs, Pickup Trucks, and Vans system-wide that are available to ship on a popular auto transport load board. 

We omit in our study multiple vehicle orders, those that are anywhere from 2 to 10 vehicles on the car transport trailer because we are better able to assess market volume changes. The numbers tell a story and we share the past year in this blog. 

Key Takeaways: 

  • Car shipping to Jacksonville is affected by the seasons.
  • The highest vehicle shipping cost to Jacksonville is around the Christmas and New Year holidays during the snowbird Winter season.
  • The cheapest auto transport quotes to Jacksonville happen just four months later in the Spring season.
  • The late Summer season collides with college student auto shipping, and for a while, costs rise.
  • The Autumn season is an ideal time to ship your car to Jacksonville.

In This Blog Article:

Ship A Car To Jacksonville, FL In The Winter Season

Shipping a car to Jacksonville in the winter season is extremely difficult. Specifically, over the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. 

When we talk about seasonality in the vehicle transport industry, late December and early January are the big reasons. No other time is as hectic and stressful as that period. 

Here is what typically happens to the sheer number of vehicles shipping to Florida on any given day in the Winter Season from December to February. It is often called Snowbird season as well.


Do Not Book A Vehicle Shipment To Jacksonville Too Soon

The auto shipping industry is not first come, first served. Once Christmas arrives, the vehicle shipping cost rises incrementally almost daily for four weeks. If a customer booked too early, he will likely have too low a price when the time comes to ship his car. He will have to wait.

The carriers are not concerned with when any particular order was booked. They are only concerned with maximizing their profit, as anyone would be. The carriers quite naturally choose to haul the highest-paying vehicles available. For them, it is a feeding frenzy.

The car shipping carriers have a dilemma to contend with once in Jacksonville. There is very little freight leaving Jacksonville. Because there are so many competing car transport carriers swarming to Jacksonville, and elsewhere in Florida, in late December and all of January, chances are high that a carrier returns home with a half-empty trailer. That means he must make money on the trip to Jacksonville. He doesn’t have the luxury of transporting cheap orders. 


Book Your Car Shipment Order To Jacksonville About One Week Prior

A good rule of thumb is to book your vehicle shipment to Jacksonville about 7 days before availability. The overwhelming majority of auto transport carriers will not commit to picking up a car shipment more than three days in advance of the vehicle availability. 

So why book much earlier than that? It is almost always best to have current vehicle transport market pricing. If it’s high, then there’s no way around it, you will likely pay more. Because otherwise your car won’t ship and others will.


The Best Time To Ship A Car To Jacksonville, FL In The Winter

If at all possible, you should avoid the last two weeks of December and the first two weeks of January. It is hectic for everybody. Just look at the chart and see how the number of vehicles available to ship skyrockets fourfold around the holidays. It is more than the car transportation system can handle. 

During the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays, the vehicle transport carriers and brokers, and most of all – the customers, are stressed.

Winter Season Auto Transport To Florida Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To FL Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From FL Comments About Winter Season Car Shipping To Florida
1st Week of December 3288 1.3:1 Thanksgiving causes a mini-backlog
2nd Week of December 2056 1.6:1 Early December mirrors November volume
3rd Week of December 3306 1.5:1 The snowbird rush to FL begins in earnest
4th Week of December 4085 1.8:1 Carriers want to be home for Xmas too
1st Week of January 6785 2.1:1 And New Year’s … busiest week of the year
2nd Week of January 5400 2.2:1 Highest priced orders ship first
3rd Week of January 3770 1.6:1 2nd highest priced orders ship next
4th Week of January 3417 1.6:1 Eventually all the snowbirds ship a vehicle
1st Week of February 2153 1.3:1 It took a month for a return to normalcy
2nd Week of February 2311 1:1 February is so calm compared to January
3rd Week of February 1711 1:1 Crickets … nothing but crickets
4th Week of February 1627 1:1.3 Late February is a very good time to ship
End of February / Begin March 1791 1:1.5 An ideal time to ship a car to Florida

Ship A Car To Jacksonville, FL In The Spring Season

When the Jacksonville snowbirds return home in the Spring season, starting in late April, throughout all of May, and into early June, the above scenario works in reverse. 

The Spring Season is a fantastic time to ship a car to Jacksonville, Florida. There are far more vehicles leaving Jacksonville than are arriving. The tilted ratio effect of that pushes car shipping quotes down, while at the same time speeding up the timeframes for delivery. It is the best possible scenario imaginable if you are shipping a car to Jacksonville, FL.


Why May Is The Cheapest Time Of Year To Ship A Car To Jacksonville

And then there is May, which is ridiculously advantageous for shipping a vehicle to Florida. The cheapest Vehicle Transport pricing of the year to Jacksonville occurs in May. Why is that, you ask? In May, there are tens of thousands of snowbirds (retirees, college students, and many others) who hibernated in Jacksonville for the winter and are returning home to the north. With so many leaving Jacksonville, and so few coming, the reverse route to Jacksonville becomes incredibly cheap. Enjoy it while you can. 

In May, auto shipping quotes from Jacksonville usually skyrocket as demand for car transport carrier space is very high. Available carrier space is in short supply. The inverse is true. There is an overabundance of auto transport carrier space available to Jacksonville, which drives down the price. Therefore, May is the cheapest time of year to ship a car to Jacksonville.

Spring Season Auto Transport To Florida Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To FL Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From FL Comments About Spring Season Car Shipping To Florida
1st Week of March 3593 1:1.3 March is generally calm
2nd Week of March 3708 1:1.4 Normal low activity in March to FL
3rd Week of March 3102 1:1.6 A great time to ship to Florida
4th Week of March 2226 1:2 Snowbirds leaving
1st Week of April 2716 1:2 Snowbirds leaving Florida
2nd Week of April 2228 1:2.5 The best time to ship a car to Florida
3rd Week of April 1950 1:3 Cheap car shipping period to Florida
4th Week of April 2659 1:2.7 Snowbirds leaving is great for the reverse
1st Week of May 3230 1:2.9 May is ideal for shipping to FL
2nd Week of May 2181 1:4.3 Vehicles ship to Florida quickly because …
3rd Week of May 2262 1:3.7 There are fourfold cars leaving Florida
4th Week of May 1886 1:3.4 May is cheapest month to ship to Florida
End of May / Begin June 3166 1:2.1 Memorial Day

Should You Ship A Car To Jacksonville, FL In The Summer Season?

Auto transport to Jacksonville, FL in the Summer Season is busier than the Spring or Autumn seasons, but not nearly as hectic as the Winter season. Vehicle Transport quotes are fairly stable throughout the summer but rise significantly in August. 

The snowbirds have finally returned home by the end of May, with a few stragglers in early June. 

Like the rest of the country in the Summer Season, auto shipping traffic tends to be families and individuals relocating from and to other states. There are more vehicle shipments than in the slower months of February, March, and April. And considerably more than September, October, and November. 


Avoid Shipping A Car To Jacksonville, FL Around The 4th of July

Car transport carrier drivers enjoy being home as much as you do for the 4th of July festivities. The hometown parade. The barbecue with family and friends. A mid-summer rest with the people you love. 

That means fewer vehicles are getting shipped right in the middle of the busy Summer Season. Orders get backlogged. When the carriers get back to work in early July, they transport to Jacksonville the highest-paying freight first with no regard to how long a customer has been waiting. For about two weeks thereafter, many customers find it both more expensive and frustrating.

The thing to do, and here is your tip, is to avoid vehicle shipping to Jacksonville the last week of June and the first two weeks of July. That is not a good time to ship a car.


College Students Create A Spike In Car Shipping Every August

There is a very discernible automobile shipping spike every year in the late Summer Season. Florida has many popular universities and colleges that attract students from all over America. For many, it is an ideal place to go to college. 

Those Florida colleges on the semester system create a mid-August boost in auto transport to Jacksonville that lasts until the end of the month. Of the nearly 800,000 Florida college students, roughly 17% are from out-of-state, which means tens of thousands suddenly require vehicle shipping services. 

Summer Season Auto Transport To Florida Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To FL Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From FL Comments About Summer Season Car Shipping To Florida
1st Week of June 3228 1:1.9 Snowbird season FROM FL continues
2nd Week of June 2973 1:1.6 Early June is ideal car shipping TO FL
3rd Week of June 2483 1:1.5 It is cheap auto transport to Florida
4th Week of June 2834 1:1.2 A transition starts to happen in Florida
1st Week of July 2440 1:1.3 The 4th of July creates a mini backlog
2nd Week of July 3328 1:1.1 A week of parity shipping TO and FRO
3rd Week of July 2331 1.3:1 Suddenly it is more costly car shipping to FL
4th Week of July 2075 1.2:1 But only slightly more expensive TO Florida
1st Week of August 3287 1.4:1 August is not a good month shipping TO FL
2nd Week of August 3419 2.1:1 College kids shipping cars to Florida
3rd Week of August 3062 2.1:1 Families relocating to Florida before school
4th Week of August 2901 2.1:1 A horrible time to ship a car to Florida
End of August / Begin September 2610 2:1 Because more than twice the vehicles are shipping TO Florida than FROM Florida

Car Shipping Timeframes To Jacksonville, FL In The Autumn Season

Vehicle shipping to Jacksonville in the Autumn Season is easy. It is considered a slow time of year in the car shipping industry. Automobile shipping costs remain stable and affordable throughout most of the Fall or Autumn Season. 


Hurricanes and Thanksgiving Create Automobile Shipping Backlogs

The only blips on the screen when it comes to vehicle shipping to Jacksonville in the Autumn Season are hurricanes and Thanksgiving. And both are momentary. 

National weather forecasters can see hurricanes forming in the Caribbean or Gulf of Mexico days in advance. Car transport carriers know how long they have to get out of Florida, and they avoid entirely any route there. They wait it out, which usually takes but a few days, a week at most. 

September and October are the two most susceptible months for hurricanes, but of course, there are exceptions. Hurricanes create a backlog of vehicle shipments to Jacksonville that are usually overcome within a week after the event. 

At the end of November comes Thanksgiving. Like everybody else, Vehicle Transport carriers like to be home for Turkey Day too. Because Thanksgiving is always the fourth Thursday in November, drivers are usually home by the Wednesday before and don’t return to the road until the Monday after Thanksgiving. Essentially a five-day break for many. It takes about a week for the vehicle shipping freight system to recover and return to stable. 

Autumn Season Auto Transport To Florida Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To FL Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From FL Comments About Autumn Season Car Shipping To Florida
1st Week of September 2302 1.9:1 Extremely high ratio of 2-1 car shipping to FL
2nd Week of September 2295 1.6:1 Shipping to FL is very high cost early Sept
3rd Week of September 3601 1.4:1 Higher than normal throughout September
4th Week of September 4005 1.4:1 The high ratio to FL continues
1st Week of October 2139 1.8:1 Pricing remains high due to the imbalance
2nd Week of October 3254 1.5:1 Car shipping cost to FL is still very high
3rd Week of October 2700 2.7:1 Ratios are way out of whack to Florida
4th Week of October 2568 2.9:1 Car shipping costs to Florida skyrocket
1st Week of November 2622 2.5:1 Pricing remains high due to the imbalance
2nd Week of November 2008 2.1:1 Early November is a bad time to ship to FL
3rd Week of November 1518 1.4:1 mid-November starts to calm down
4th Week of November 2243 1.3:1 Vehicle shipping interrupted by Turkey Day
End of November / Begin December 2422 1.7:1 Thanksgiving causes car shipment backlogs to Florida for a week or more

Bottom Line: The Ideal Time To Ship A Car To Jacksonville, FL

When is the ideal time to ship a car to Jacksonville, FL? Probably the Spring, Summer, and Autumn Seasons. Car shipping quotes tend to be lower and service faster. The Winter Season is far more costly.

As far as car shipping to Jacksonville goes, some seasons are much easier than others. The Winter season is by far the toughest, especially around the auto transport snowbird migration to Jacksonville in late December and January, as shipping costs soar. 

The Spring season is a good time to ship a car to Jacksonville, especially in May when snowbird backhaul prices plummet to Jacksonville. The Summer season is relatively fine. The Autumn season is ideal weather, and car transport quotes tend to be lower than average. 


The Original Car Shipping Quote Calculator To Jacksonville, Florida

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping quote calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to Jacksonville, FL.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient. 

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker. 

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate.


Direct Express Auto Transport Changed The Car Shipping Industry

Direct Express Auto Transport started doing business in 2004. We came into the car shipping industry with a novel idea. Before us, no company had an instant quote calculator on their website. It simply did not exist. 

Further, no car shipping company would even provide an auto shipping quote without first knowing the caller’s personal information, such as name, telephone number, email, and physical address. We were astounded by that. So we threw a monkey wrench of sorts into the industry. 

Direct Express Auto Transport installed on our website the car shipping industry’s first instant quote calculator. We did not ask then and do not ask now, for any personal information before giving a quote. 

Top Banner Photo By Rnl2294 – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=134272962

Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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When To Ship A Vehicle To Austin, TX

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The change in seasons affects Austin car shipping quotes, carrier fees, and timeframes. When is it most ideal to ship a vehicle to Austin? Depending on the season, your approach to transporting a car to Austin should also change.

We include in this blog, great advice on what you should do to have a successful experience. We have learned the ideal time to ship a car to Austin, Texas in all the seasons and share our wisdom with you here in this article.

OUR RESEARCH METHODOLOGY:

Direct Express Auto Transport has over 20 years of expert experience in car shipping to Austin, Texas. For many years, we have logged the number of single-vehicle Sedans, SUVs, Pickup Trucks, and Vans system-wide (not just our orders) that are available to ship on the most widely used auto transport load board. 

To make it more informative in our study, we do not include multiple vehicle orders, which are anywhere from 2 to 10 vehicles on a vehicle transport trailer, because we are better able to assess market volume changes. Direct Express Auto Transport has been doing this kind of market analysis for the better part of twenty years. Our saved data is exhaustive and reveals a story of what to expect when you ship a vehicle to Austin, TX.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Car shipping to Austin is affected by the seasons.
  • The highest vehicle shipping cost to Austin is around the Christmas and New Year holidays during the Winter season.
  • The cheapest auto transport quotes to Austin are in the Autumn season, particularly in November and early December.
  • The car shipping cost to Austin is elevated, higher than most routes, for the Winter, Spring, and Summer seasons.
  • Year-round, vehicle shipping to Austin normally costs more than the reverse.

In This Blog Article:

Ship A Vehicle To Austin, TX In The Spring Season

In the Spring Season, the volume of orders to Austin is higher than normal. The Spring Season in Texas is nothing like the Spring Season in Florida. The ratios stay elevated car shipping to Austin, TX throughout the Spring. It is close to 2 to 1 the entire season.


The Toughest Time Of Year To Ship A Car To Austin

Other than the New Year’s holiday, the most prolonged and toughest time of year for auto transport pricing to Austin, Texas occurs in the Spring and Summer Seasons. 

With so many vehicles shipping to Austin, and so few leaving, the reverse route from Austin, TX becomes incredibly cheap. Enjoy it while you can. 


Do Not Book A Car Shipment To Austin Too Early

In the auto transport industry, as far as the carriers are concerned, it does not matter to them when an order is booked. In other words, it is not first come … first served. So nobody has reserved a spot, a space, on a transport trailer simply by booking their order weeks or even months in advance. 

What matters to vehicle transport carriers are their profits. To that end, they choose orders, which they call loads, that are the highest paying, or logistically make the most sense with an eye always on the bottom line. The carriers seek to maximize their profit, like everybody else.

Do not book an automobile shipment to Austin, TX too early. You might be priced too low, in which case, your car will likely be rejected by the carriers and won’t ship. Or if it does ship, it will be the last to do so, and probably far later than you had hoped. 

Conversely, booking too early might also mean you unwittingly committed to a higher-than-necessary price to ship your car in a timely fashion. The high price might have been the market rate at the time of booking, but in the interim, auto shipping rates may have come down and you won’t enjoy the savings. 

It is always best to have the current market pricing, which guards against both too low and too high a transport price. 


Book Your Car Shipment To Austin About One Week Before Availability

Direct Express Auto Transport has been in the car shipping industry for a long time. Over twenty years. We say a good rule of thumb is to book your car shipment to Austin, TX about 7 days before availability. 

Most auto transport carriers will not commit to a vehicle shipment more than three days in advance of availability. What has anyone gained, therefore, from booking weeks in advance? The answer is nothing, of course. 

So why book much earlier than one week before availability?

Spring Season Auto Transport To Texas Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To TX Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From TX Comments About Spring Season Car Shipping To Texas
1st Week of March 3289 1.6:1 The ratio is nearly 2-1 cars shipping to TX
2nd Week of March 3730 1.6:1 It stays that way for several weeks
3rd Week of March 3339 1.6:1 College Spring Break in Texas
4th Week of March 4212 1.9:1 Spring Break to Texas creates demand
1st Week of April 4462 1.8:1 More Spring Break shipments
2nd Week of April 4117 1.9:1 The 2-1 ratio to TX elevates quote prices
3rd Week of April 3914 1.8:1 It is more expensive car shipping to TX …
4th Week of April 4213 1.7:1 Than shipping from Texas in the Spring
1st Week of May 4027 1.9:1 Car shipping is nearly twice as costly to TX
2nd Week of May 4193 1.5:1 There is not much let up in May
3rd Week of May 4513 1.3:1 There is also a spike in cars leaving TX
4th Week of May 4086 1.4:1 But there are still more coming than leaving
End of May / Begin June 4254 1.4:1 Memorial Day creates more backlog

Auto Transport To Austin, TX In The Summer Season

Auto transport prices to Austin in the Summer Season are just as busy as in the Spring. The auto-shipping ratio of vehicles available to ship to Austin, TX is still much higher. Which keeps vehicle shipping costs higher. 

The month of August becomes extremely busy shipping to Austin, as both the timeframe and cost rise significantly. If at all possible, avoid auto transport to Austin, TX in August. 

Conversely, you will win in August shipping from Austin.


Avoid Shipping A Vehicle To Austin, TX Around The 4th of July

Car transport carrier drivers enjoy being home as much as you do for the 4th of July festivities. The hometown parade. The barbecue with family and friends. A mid-summer rest with the people you love. 

That means fewer vehicles are getting shipped right in the middle of the busy Summer Season. Orders get backlogged. When the carriers get back to work in early July, they transport to Austin, TX the highest-paying freight first with no regard to how long a customer has been waiting. For about two weeks thereafter, many customers find it both more expensive and frustrating.

The thing to do, and here is your tip, is to avoid vehicle shipping to Austin the last week of June and the first two weeks of July. That is not a good time to ship a car.


College Students Create A Spike In Car Shipping Every August

There is a very discernible car shipping spike every year in the late Summer Season. Texas has many popular universities and colleges that attract students from all over America. For many, it is an ideal place to go to college. 

Texas colleges on the semester system create a mid-August boost in auto transport to Austin that lasts until the end of the month.

Summer Season Auto Transport To Texas Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To TX Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From TX Comments About Summer Season Car Shipping To Texas
1st Week of June 4296 1.4:1 Summer is a busy time shipping to Texas
2nd Week of June 3384 1.4:1 Pricing stays stable & high in May, June, July
3rd Week of June 3629 1.3:1 It is much cheaper shipping FROM Texas
4th Week of June 3676 1.4:1 Because more are shipping cars to Texas …
1st Week of July 3193 1.5:1 Auto transport quotes remain higher to TX
2nd Week of July 3091 1.5:1 The 4th of July holiday created more pressure
3rd Week of July 2630 1.4:1 No break in pricing shipping to Texas
4th Week of July 2389 1.7:1 The imbalance shipping to TX gets worse
1st Week of August 3408 2:1 There are twice the cars shipping to TX
2nd Week of August 3751 1.9:1 College kids shipping cars to Texas
3rd Week of August 3378 2.2:1 Families relocating to Texas before school
4th Week of August 3402 2.4:1 A horrible time to ship a car to Texas
End of August / Begin September 3164 2.2:1 Because more than twice the vehicles are shipping TO Texas than FROM Texas

Ship A Car To Austin, TX In The Autumn Season

Vehicle shipping to Austin in the Autumn Season is easy. It is considered a slower time of year in the car shipping industry. Auto transport costs remain stable and more affordable throughout most of the Autumn Season. It is the cheapest and most ideal time of year to ship your car to Austin, TX. 


Hurricanes & Thanksgiving Can Cause Car Shipping Delays

National weather forecasters can see hurricanes forming in the Gulf of Mexico days in advance. Car transport carriers know how long they have to get out of Texas, and they avoid entirely any route there. They wait it out, which usually takes but a few days, a week at most. Those of us in the auto transport industry can tell you that climate change is real. 

September and October are the two most susceptible months for hurricanes, but of course, there are exceptions. Hurricanes create a backlog of vehicle shipments to Austin, TX that are usually overcome within a week after the event. 

At the end of November comes Thanksgiving. Like everybody else, auto transport carriers like to be home for Turkey Day too. 

Because Thanksgiving is always the fourth Thursday in November, drivers are usually home by the Wednesday before and don’t return to the road until the Monday after Thanksgiving. Essentially a five-day break for many. It takes about a week for the vehicle shipping freight system to recover and return to normal. 

Autumn Season Auto Transport To Texas Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To TX Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From TX Comments About Autumn Season Car Shipping To Texas
1st Week of September 3165 2:1 Extremely high ratio of 2-1 car shipping to TX
2nd Week of September 2720 2.3:1 Shipping to TX is very high cost early Sept
3rd Week of September 2308 2:1 Higher than normal throughout September
4th Week of September 2260 1.7:1 The almost 2-1 ratio to Texas continues
1st Week of October 1817 1.8:1 Pricing remains high due to the imbalance
2nd Week of October 2372 1.4:1 Ratios are a big deal to car shipping quotes
3rd Week of October 2294 1.3:1 Car Shipping Quotes start to come down
4th Week of October 2593 1.2:1 There is almost parity in the market
1st Week of November 2461 1:1 Best time to ship a car to Texas is now
2nd Week of November 1893 1:1 Early November is a great time to ship a car
3rd Week of November 1565 1.2:1 November is okay for car shipping to Texas
4th Week of November 2514 1.1:1 Vehicle shipping interrupted by Turkey Day
End of November / Begin December 2832 1.1:1 Thanksgiving causes a minor backlog

Ship A Vehicle To Austin, TX In The Winter Season

When we talk about seasonality in the vehicle transport industry, late December and early January are the big reasons. It becomes hectic, expensive, and stressful during that period shipping a car to Austin, TX.


When Is The Ideal Time To Ship A Vehicle To Austin, TX In The Winter?

If at all possible, you should avoid shipping a car to Austin, TX in the last week of December and the first two weeks of January.

During the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays, the auto transport carriers and brokers, and most of all the customers, are stressed.

But not all customers understand the auto transport industry, and why the order they placed weeks ago might still be waiting to ship.

Winter Season Auto Transport To Texas Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To TX Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From TX Comments About Winter Season Car Shipping To Texas
1st Week of December 1890 1.1:1 The lull from November continues
2nd Week of December 1883 1.1:1 Early December is ideal to ship a car
3rd Week of December 2679 1.4:1 The snowbird rush to TX begins in earnest
4th Week of December 4189 1.2:1 Carriers want to be home for Xmas too
1st Week of January 4822 1.1:1 The busiest week of the year is New Year’s
2nd Week of January 3234 1.2:1 Highest priced orders ship first
3rd Week of January 3071 1.3:1 2nd highest priced orders ship next
4th Week of January 2232 1.3:1 The number winnows down
1st Week of February 1923 1.4:1 A period of stability takes over
2nd Week of February 2411 1.5:1 Car transport prices remain elevated …
3rd Week of February 2357 1.4:1 Because there are more car shipping to TX
4th Week of February 2946 1:4.1 It stays that way until October
End of February / Begin March 2901 1.8:1 Twice as many vehicles are shipping to TX

Bottom Line: When To Ship A Vehicle To Austin, TX

When is the ideal time to ship a car to Austin, TX? Probably only in November, and early December. The Winter, all of Spring, and as well the Summer months, are far more expensive shipping to Austin. Which makes the reverse route in each season the exact opposite. 

The Winter season is by far the toughest for car shipping to Austin, especially around the auto transport snowbird migration in late December and January, as shipping costs soar. 

The Autumn season is ideal weather, and car transport quotes tend to be lower than average. 


The Original Car Shipping Quote Calculator To Austin, Texas

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping quote calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to Austin, TX.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient. 

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker. 

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate.


Direct Express Auto Transport Changed The Car Shipping Industry

Direct Express Auto Transport started doing business in 2004. We came into the car shipping industry with a novel idea. Before us, no company had an instant quote calculator on their website. It simply did not exist. 

Further, no car shipping company would even provide an auto shipping quote without first knowing the caller’s personal information, such as name, telephone number, email, and physical address. We were astounded by that. So we threw a monkey wrench of sorts into the industry. 

Direct Express Auto Transport installed on our website the car shipping industry’s first instant quote calculator. We did not ask then and do not ask now, for any personal information before giving a quote. 

Top Banner Photo By Ryan Friesen – Downtown Austin, Texas from across the Colorado River, October 2022, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=133926838

Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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The Best Time To Ship A Car To San Diego

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Seasonality affects San Diego car shipping quotes, total cost, and service. When is the best time to ship a car to San Diego? When to avoid it? Depending on the season, your approach to shipping a vehicle to San Diego should change.

We include in this blog, savvy tips and strategies that will help you have a successful experience. We have learned the best time to ship a car to San Diego, California in all four seasons and share that with you here in this article.

OUR METHODOLOGY:

Direct Express Auto Transport has over twenty years of expertise in car shipping to San Diego, California. Every day, we log the number of single-vehicle Sedans, SUVs, Pickup Trucks, and Vans system-wide (not just our orders) that are available to ship on the most widely used car transport load board. 

To compare apples to apples, in our research, we do not include multiple vehicle orders, which are anywhere from 2 to 10 vehicles on a car transport trailer, because we are better able to assess market volume changes. Direct Express Auto Transport has been doing this kind of market analysis for the better part of twenty years. The data is rich and tells a story of car shipping to San Diego, CA.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Car shipping to San Diego is affected greatly by the seasons.
  • The highest vehicle shipping cost to San Diego is during the Christmas & New Year’s holidays, and the Autumn Season months of October and early November.
  • The cheapest auto transport quotes to San Diego are from May through August. The Summer Season.
  • Conversely, the most expensive car shipping quotes from San Diego are also from May through August. The Summer Season.
  • The late Winter Season and early Spring reach a level of pricing parity and are an ideal time to ship a car to San Diego.

In This Blog Article:

Ship A Car To San Diego, CA In The Autumn Season

Almost year round more vehicles are being shipped from San Diego than to it. Rarely is it the opposite. That reverses, however, in the Autumn Season when there are significantly more cars being shipped to San Diego, which drives up the car shipping rates to San Diego. 

It would be a good idea to steer clear of shipping a car to San Diego in the months of October and November if your goal is to save money. 


A Tough Time Of Year To Ship Your Car To San Diego

Other than the New Year’s holiday, the most prolonged and toughest time of year for vehicle transport pricing to San Diego, California occurs in the Autumn Season. 

In Autumn, more vehicles are shipping to San Diego, and fewer leaving. October and November are the only two months in the year when it is harder and more expensive to ship a car to San Diego.


Automobile Transport Delays To San Diego During Thanksgiving

Toward the end of November comes Thanksgiving. Many vehicle transport drivers manipulate their route schedules to make it home for Thanksgiving. 

Thanksgiving falls every year on the fourth Thursday in November, and drivers are usually home by Tuesday or Wednesday before. They don’t get back on the road until usually the Monday after Thanksgiving. That provides a five-day break.

Autumn Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Autumn Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of September 1938 1:1.4 The last of the summer exodus from CA
2nd Week of September 1984 1:1.1 Business returns to near calm & parity
3rd Week of September 1605 1:1 September slowness
4th Week of September 1748 1:1.1 And it stays that way though November
1st Week of October 1590 1.4:1 The only time all year there are far …
2nd Week of October 1530 1.4:1 … more cars shipping to Los Angeles
3rd Week of October 1674 1.4:1 October and November are the only …
4th Week of October 1815 1.5:1 … months that happens
1st Week of November 1762 1.3:1 So avoid shipping your car to Los Angeles
2nd Week of November 1592 1.2:1 … in October and early November
3rd Week of November 1256 1:1.1 Auto transport quotes are lower in late …
4th Week of November 1557 1:1.1 … November and early December
End of November / Begin December 1476 1:1 A better time to ship a car to Los Angeles

Vehicle Shipping To San Diego In The Winter Season

When we talk about the effect of seasonality on the auto transport industry, it is late December and early January that we most allude. It is chaotic, costly, and stressful during the holidays to ship a car to San Diego. 

Once Christmas arrives, the vehicle shipping cost rises incrementally almost daily for four weeks. If a customer booked too early, he will likely have too low a price when the time comes to ship his car. He will have to wait. Or add money to rectify the dilemma. 


When Is The Best Time To Ship A Car To San Diego In The Winter?

If at all possible, you should avoid the last two weeks of December and the first three weeks of January. It is chaotic for brokers, carriers, and customers alike.

Other than the holiday blip, the Winter Season tends to be relatively tame when it comes to shipping a car to San Diego. The same applies when transporting a vehicle from San Diego in the Winter as well.

Winter Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Winter Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of December 1502 1:1 Early December is considered a slow time
2nd Week of December 1652 1:1.2 Still slow
3rd Week of December 1864 1:1 Not much different
4th Week of December 2354 1:1 Christmas time will cause shipping delays
1st Week of January 3094 1:1.1 Orders backlog because of New Years
2nd Week of January 2747 1:1.1 It takes a couple weeks to flush out
3rd Week of January 1928 1:1.1 A slow period starts to emerge
4th Week of January 1709 1:1.2 Post holiday – mid-winter slow
1st Week of February 1607 1:1.2 Pricing remains stable in February
2nd Week of February 1624 1:1.1 Slightly more vehicles leaving CA
3rd Week of February 1463 1:1.2 It has a marginal affect
4th Week of February 1556 1:1.1 The winter slowness continues
End of February / Begin March 1805 1:1.1 And March begins that way

Auto Transport To San Diego In The Spring Season

The early Spring months in March are very manageable for car shipping to or from San Diego. But starting in late April, and throughout all of May, significantly more vehicles are shipping from San Diego than to it. That serves to drive down the auto transport cost to San Diego in the Spring Season. It is a great time to ship a car to San Diego.


Do Not Book A Car Shipment To San Diego Too Early

In the car shipping industry, as far as the carriers are concerned, it does not matter to them when an order is booked. In other words, it is not first come … first served. So nobody has reserved a spot, a space, on a transport trailer simply by booking their order weeks or even months in advance. 

What matters to auto transport carriers are their profits. To that end, they choose orders, which they call loads, that are the highest paying, or logistically make the most sense with an eye always on the bottom line. The carriers seek to maximize their profit, like everybody else.

Do not book a car shipment to San Diego too early. You might be priced too low, in which case, your vehicle will likely be rejected by the carriers and won’t ship. Or if it does ship, it will be the last to do so, and probably far later than you had hoped. 

Conversely, booking too early might also mean you unwittingly committed to a higher-than-necessary price to ship your car in a timely fashion. The high price might have been the market rate at the time of booking, but in the interim, car shipping rates may have come down and you won’t enjoy the savings. 

It is always best to have the current market pricing, which guards against both too low and too high a transport price.


Book Your Vehicle Shipment To San Diego About One Week Before Availability

Direct Express Auto Transport has been in the car shipping business for a long time. Over twenty years. We say a good rule of thumb is to book your vehicle shipment to San Diego about 7 days before availability. 

Most car transport carriers will not commit to a vehicle shipment more than three days in advance of availability. What has anyone gained, therefore, from booking weeks in advance? The answer is nothing, of course. 

So why book much earlier than one week before availability?

Spring Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Spring Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of March 1802 1:1 Complete parity coming and going to CA
2nd Week of March 1829 1:1 It stays that way for awhile
3rd Week of March 1877 1:1.1 It is still slow around St. Patrick’s Day
4th Week of March 2390 1.1:1 Ratios of 1:1 or 1:1.1 don’t mean much
1st Week of April 2450 1:1 They don’t move the pricing needle
2nd Week of April 2396 1:1.1 It stays that way thru mid April
3rd Week of April 2132 1:1.2 Things start to heat up shipping from CA
4th Week of April 2312 1:1.3 And car shipping costs go down to CA
1st Week of May 2859 1:1.5 May is a wonderful time to ship to CA
2nd Week of May 3297 1:1.4 But a tough time shipping from CA
3rd Week of May 3602 1:1.3 It stays that way from May and thru …
4th Week of May 3384 1:1.4 the Summer Season
End of May / Begin June 3228 1:1.5 Memorial Day

Car Transport To San Diego In The Summer Season

Auto transport to San Diego in the Summer Season is far busier than in the Spring Season. The ratios can be deceiving relative to the volume of activity. The reason there appear to be fewer cars on any given day being shipped to San Diego in the Summer is only because what becomes available doesn’t stay on the load board very long. 

Because there are often two or three times more cars shipping from San Diego in the Summer, it creates a high demand for vehicles shipping there. Rest assured that there are still plenty of orders being placed every day in the Summer to San Diego and gobbled up quickly. 

Auto transport costs to San Diego in the Summer Season are less than from San Diego. It occasionally costs about 20-30% more to ship from San Diego in the Summer Season than it does going there.


Avoid Shipping A Vehicle Around The 4th of July

Car transport carrier drivers enjoy being home as much as you do for the 4th of July festivities. The hometown parade. The barbecue with family and friends. A mid-summer rest with the people you love. 

The 4th of July holiday creates a backlog of car shipping orders. It gets worse if the 4th falls on a Wednesday, as drivers are divided on whether to enjoy a five-day holiday before or after the 4th of July. Ugh. 

If the 4th of July falls on a Tuesday or Thursday, the mini-vacation weekend becomes more clear. But the holiday is slightly prolonged and orders are still backed up in the freight system. 

When the carriers get back to work in early July, the highest-paying vehicle shipping orders get assigned first. For about two weeks thereafter, many customers find it both more expensive and frustrating.

The thing to do, and here is your tip, is to avoid vehicle shipping to San Diego the last week of June and the first week of July.


College Students Cause Havoc In Auto Shipping Every August

There is a very discernible car shipping spike every year in the late Summer Season shipping from California. While California has many popular universities and colleges that attract students from all over America, still there are far more California college students leaving the state for universities out-of-state.

That helps make car shipping to California in late August both cheaper and faster. 

Summer Season Auto Transport To California Avg. Daily Single Vehicles Avail. To CA Ratio Of Vehicles Shipping To/From CA Comments About Summer Season Car Shipping To California
1st Week of June 3238 1:1.5 Summer is the busiest season in CA
2nd Week of June 2710 1:1.8 The ratios in June shoot upward from CA
3rd Week of June 2580 1:2 Which causes prices to CA to dive
4th Week of June 2777 1:2 And overall makes the Summer the best
1st Week of July 2174 1:2.3 … time to ship a car to CA
2nd Week of July 2097 1:2.1 There is an inverse relationship from CA
3rd Week of July 1701 1:2.6 Where the volume and ratio cause prices
4th Week of July 1727 1:2.7 … from CA to skyrocket
1st Week of August 1898 1:2.9 More CA college students leave the state
2nd Week of August 1903 1:3 … than come to CA for college
3rd Week of August 1951 1:2.7 It drives car shipping to CA down
4th Week of August 1996 1:2.1 And stays that way all the way to …
End of August / Begin September 1807 1:2 Labor Day

Bottom Line: The Best Time To Ship A Car To San Diego, CA

When is the best time to ship a car to San Diego? Probably the Spring and Summer seasons. Car shipping quotes tend to be lower and service faster. The Autumn and Winter Seasons are more costly. 

As far as car shipping to San Diego goes, some seasons are much easier than others. 

The Autumn Season is steady for car shipping to San Diego at the beginning (in September) and at the end (November), but is more expensive in October and most of November (until Thanksgiving).

The Winter season is the hardest and most expensive around the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. 

The Spring Season is a good time for vehicle shipping to San Diego. 

The Summer Season is a difficult time shipping from San Diego, but that makes it ideal for transport to San Diego. 


The Original Car Shipping Quote Calculator To San Diego, California

Direct Express Auto Transport originated the instant car shipping quote calculator in 2004. It is still the best, most sophisticated, reliable tool available online. We offer three options that we call tiers of car shipping quote estimates to San Diego, CA.

The Standard rate is the cheapest car shipping quote. Use the Standard rate if you can be patient. 

The Expedited rate, or tier as we call them, is the most recommended and best auto transport quote. We have countless satisfied Expedited rate customers because the vehicle shipping process tends to go quicker. 

The Rush rate is our highest level of car transport quotes and service, and many customers are glad they went with that method too. If in a hurry, go Rush rate. 


Direct Express Auto Transport Changed The Car Shipping Industry

Direct Express Auto Transport started doing business in 2004. We came into the car shipping industry with a novel idea. Before us, no company had an instant quote calculator on their website. It simply did not exist. 

Further, no car shipping company would even provide an auto shipping quote without first knowing the caller’s personal information, such as name, telephone number, email, and physical address. We were astounded by that. So we threw a monkey wrench of sorts into the industry. 

Direct Express Auto Transport installed on our website the car shipping industry’s first instant quote calculator. We did not ask then and do not ask now, for any personal information before giving a quote. 

Car Transport Cost: FAQ

  • Should You Ship Your Car Open or Enclosed?

    About 97% of all vehicle shipments are shipped on an Open Trailer. It’s proven to be a very safe method with statistically very few problems. You may notice new cars being delivered to dealerships in an open trailer, and that’s because it’s safe. If you have a collector car or really expensive automobile, say around $75,000 or more, then we recommend shipping it in an Enclosed Trailer. Expect to pay about 33-50% more for an Enclosed transport. Our auto shipping costs calculator automatically adds the extra enclosed car transport estimate to your quote, so you can experiment with the quotes if you like.
  • How Long Will It Take To Pick Up My Vehicle?

    Over 90% of our orders ship inside of one week. That could be anywhere from 1 to 7 days. Most of the U.S. population lives in a major metropolitan area and is shipping to another well populated area, and that makes a big difference. Cars usually ship in a very regular manner, almost half within just a few days.

    If either your origination or destination locations are away from population centers, in other words, in a remote area, then you might consider meeting a driver in a nearby big city or town to increase your chances of shipping timely. Or adding money to the carrier fee may entice a carrier. Remember, anyone you choose can serve as your point of contact, which takes the stress out of shipping your vehicle.

  • How Do I Prepare My Vehicle For Shipment?

    Clean out your vehicle of all loose items as much as possible. Leave nothing of value in the vehicle. It’s very rare that any items are stolen during transport, but we recommend extra caution to prevent loss.

    Keep extra items as previously discussed to a minimum and place in the trunk or out of sight. Have only about a quarter tank of gasoline. Give the auto transport carrier a set of keys and advise them of any special instructions for your vehicle, like difficulty starting, steering, braking, etc.

    Driver Consideration: Being a truck driver can be a thankless job. They work long hours and are away from their families for weeks at a time. Please be friendly and considerate to our drivers, and they will treat you in the same manner.

  • How Are Car Shipping Quotes Calculated?

    The first factor used to calculate car shipping cost is the transport distance. Next are the length, height and weight of the vehicle, followed by running condition and type of trailer (Open or Enclosed). Finally, seasonal fluctuations may impact the overall cost.

  • Non-Running Vehicles Cost More

    Maneuvering non-operational vehicles on and off a car transport trailer is a big challenge. Car shipping companies much prefer operational (running) vehicles because it gives them an easier option to reposition their entire load. Non-running vehicles take considerably more time to get on and off the trailer. So the car shipping quote must reflect the higher cost. Many auto transporters don’t have a winch and cannot accommodate non-running vehicles. That is one reason it takes longer on average to ship non-operational vehicles. Fewer do it. If at all possible, fixing your vehicle before trying to ship it will save on the non-running car transport cost, and make the process go faster.

  • How Long Does It Take To Deliver My Vehicle?

    Delivering is final step in the process, and also the simplest part. Once your vehicle has been assigned and picked up, not too much can go wrong. Once the vehicle is picked up, you can estimate that it will take roughly 1 day of transit time for every 500 miles distance. Delivery Time Estimate Guide 100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days 500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days 1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days 1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days 2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days 2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days Depending on the distance, weather conditions and population centers it could be a few days or weeks until a vehicle reaches its destination. The carriers usually estimate about 10 days on coast to coast trips, but they frequently arrive earlier.

  • Can I Put Stuff In My Car When I Ship It?

    Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it’s rarely enforced. However, the drivers do estimate the weight of each vehicle that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. So they must keep the personal items to a minimum. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, but some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage.

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