State-to-state route
New Jersey to Florida car shipping
In October 2026, an open-carrier sedan from New Jersey to Florida typically costs $1,095–$1,360 for the 1,105-mile Newark to Orlando haul, with 3 to 5 days in transit after loading. Trucks fill along the New Jersey Turnpike and ride I-95 the whole way, and October is typically the priciest month as Shore and Monroe Township retirees ship cars south. Source: HaulFare price model, October 2026 edition.
Updated October 2026
$1,020–$1,475
Open carrier, sedan, across 8 metro pairs, October 2026
1,105 mi
Newark to Orlando
1–5 days
pickup window
3–5 days
in transit
How much does it cost to ship a car from New Jersey to Florida?
1,105 miles hub to hub · October 2026 · estimates for door-to-door service, carrier pay and broker fee included.
| Vehicle | Open carrier | Enclosed |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan | $1,095–$1,360 | $1,555–$1,930 |
| Small SUV / crossover | $1,180–$1,465 | $1,675–$2,085 |
| Full-size SUV | $1,310–$1,630 | $1,865–$2,320 |
| Pickup truck | $1,330–$1,660 | $1,895–$2,360 |
HaulFare price model 2026.09-seed, October 2026. Ranges, not quotes; the licensed transport partner confirms the actual price.
City pairs on this route
| City pair | Miles | Open carrier | Enclosed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark → Jacksonville | 983 | $1,020–$1,270 | $1,450–$1,805 |
| Jersey City → Jacksonville | 985 | $1,020–$1,270 | $1,450–$1,805 |
| Newark → Orlando | 1,105 | $1,095–$1,360 | $1,555–$1,930 |
| Jersey City → Orlando | 1,107 | $1,095–$1,360 | $1,555–$1,930 |
| Newark → Tampa | 1,181 | $1,135–$1,410 | $1,610–$2,005 |
| Jersey City → Tampa | 1,183 | $1,135–$1,410 | $1,610–$2,005 |
| Newark → Miami | 1,288 | $1,185–$1,475 | $1,685–$2,095 |
| Jersey City → Miami | 1,289 | $1,185–$1,475 | $1,685–$2,095 |
Sedan, October 2026. Distances are road estimates between city centres.
When is it cheapest to ship a car from New Jersey to Florida?
Jan
$1,025
Feb
$1,015
Mar
$980
Apr
$1,010
May
$1,040
Jun
$1,163
Jul
$1,173
Aug
$1,140
Sep
$1,088
Oct (October 2026)
$1,228
Nov
$1,203
Dec
$1,213
- October 2026
- Yearly average
Show as a table
| Month | Price (midpoint) |
|---|---|
| Jan | $1,025 |
| Feb | $1,015 |
| Mar | $980 |
| Apr | $1,010 |
| May | $1,040 |
| Jun | $1,163 |
| Jul | $1,173 |
| Aug | $1,140 |
| Sep | $1,088 |
| Oct | $1,228 |
| Nov | $1,203 |
| Dec | $1,213 |
Sedan, open carrier, midpoint of the range; columns rise above or fall below the lane's yearly average. Includes the national seasonal index and snowbird direction adjustment for this lane.
Route notes
By HaulFare Research Team. Car shipping price research. Updated Oct 1, 2026
The corridor
New Jersey is where many Florida-bound trailers finish loading. The Turnpike puts Newark, Elizabeth, Edison and the Exit 8A warehouse district within an hour of each other, so a carrier can fill a deck without straying far from the toll road. Cars from Cherry Hill, Vineland or Atlantic City usually take I-295 to the Delaware Memorial Bridge.
Past the bridge, the route is I-95 through Wilmington, Baltimore, Richmond, Fayetteville, Florence and Savannah into Jacksonville. Some drivers skirt Baltimore and Washington on US-301 through Maryland. In Florida, Orlando and Tampa cars turn west onto I-4 at Daytona Beach, while Palm Beach County cars stay on I-95.
Southbound is the expensive direction. Each fall New Jersey sends far more cars to Florida than come back, so an October driver prices in a thin return trip. In March the balance reverses, and a Jersey car often fills space on a truck really headed south to collect snowbird cars.
Timing and season
October is typically the priciest month on this lane. Retirees in Ocean County, Monroe Township and the Shore towns ship cars ahead of winter then, and demand usually holds through December. March is typically the cheapest month, since trailers headed south run light while seasonal residents head home.
Early September and January dates usually price below mid-October ones. Early fall is also the peak of Atlantic hurricane season, which runs June through November, and a storm aimed at the Carolinas or northeast Florida can close parts of I-95 or hold a delivery until power returns. Summer brings steadier family and job moves.
Pickup and delivery in New Jersey and Florida
Hudson County is the tightest spot for a 75-foot hauler. Hoboken and downtown Jersey City pair narrow one-way streets with permit parking, so drivers meet owners at a big lot near Route 440. Bergen County has more room, but blue laws keep most Paramus retail closed on Sundays, so confirm your meeting lot is open that day. Monmouth County pickups avoid the Garden State Parkway, which bars trucks over 10,000 pounds north of Exit 105. Age-restricted communities in Ocean County and Monroe Township often keep carriers at the gatehouse.
Expect a Jersey pickup window of 1 to 5 days from the date your car is ready. Have the registration and a photo ID handy, remove toll tags and loose items, and inspect the car with the driver before signing the bill of lading.
At the Florida end, many Jersey retirees settle in Palm Beach County around Boca Raton, Delray Beach and Boynton Beach, where guard gates may send the truck to a nearby plaza. Oceanfront condo buildings often limit loading hours.
What moves the price on this lane
In October 2026 a Newark to Orlando sedan on an open trailer typically quotes $1,095 to $1,360. SUVs land between $1,310 and $1,630, pickups between $1,330 and $1,660, and enclosed sedans between $1,555 and $1,930. Jacksonville is the shortest Florida drop at 983 miles from Newark, typically $1,020 to $1,270, while Jersey City to Tampa stretches to 1,183 miles at $1,135 to $1,410.
Timing is the first lever. An October booking usually quotes near the high end, and enclosed space for Shore classic cars fills early. Location is the second. A pickup near a Turnpike exit suits the carrier, while a farm address in Sussex County or the Pine Barrens pulls the driver off I-95 and can add up to $175. A non-running car needs a winch, $150 more in our model. HaulFare is a free price guide: a Newark, Edison or Shore request is referred to one licensed auto transport broker, who confirms the southbound rate and pickup day. A reputable broker should not ask for a deposit before a carrier is assigned, so ask for that carrier’s cargo insurance certificate and check its authority on FMCSA before paying.
Lane facts
- North Jersey cars run the full New Jersey Turnpike to the Delaware Memorial Bridge, South Jersey cars join via I-295, and both follow I-95 through Baltimore, Richmond, Fayetteville and Savannah to Jacksonville.
- Southbound loads build near Port Newark-Elizabeth and the Turnpike Exit 8A warehouse district, then break up in Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa and the Palm Beach County coast from Jupiter to Boca Raton.
- October is typically the priciest month to ship south from New Jersey, when Ocean County and Monroe Township retirees send cars ahead of winter, and March is typically the cheapest because southbound trailers run light.
- Vehicles over 10,000 pounds are barred from the Garden State Parkway north of Exit 105, so Monmouth County pickups are routed over the Turnpike, I-195 or Route 18 instead.
Related routes
Sources
- New Jersey Turnpike Authority: Garden State Parkway truck rules (heavy trucks barred north of Interchange 105), njta.gov
- Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles: New resident vehicle registration, flhsmv.gov
- National Hurricane Center: Tropical cyclone climatology (June 1 to November 30 season), nhc.noaa.gov
- HaulFare car shipping cost guide and model methodology, haulfare.com
New Jersey to Florida FAQ
How much does it cost to ship a car from New Jersey to Florida?
In October 2026 a sedan on an open trailer from Newark to Orlando typically costs $1,095 to $1,360. SUVs typically land at $1,310 to $1,630, pickups at $1,330 to $1,660, and an enclosed sedan at $1,555 to $1,930. Newark to Tampa covers 1,181 miles at a typical $1,135 to $1,410.
How many days does a New Jersey to Florida car shipment take?
After loading, the 1,105 miles from Newark to Orlando usually take 3 to 5 days on I-95. The carrier typically arrives within 1 to 5 days of your first available date. Palm Beach County and Miami deliveries can add a day, since those cars usually come off the trailer last.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from New Jersey to Florida?
March is typically the cheapest month, because southbound trucks have open slots while snowbirds are heading home. October is typically the most expensive, as retirees from Ocean and Monmouth counties send cars down before winter. A pickup before the surge builds, or in January after it fades, usually costs less.
Can a car carrier pick up my car in Hoboken or Jersey City?
Often not at your door. Hoboken and downtown Jersey City have narrow one-way streets, permit parking and cars lining both curbs, so a 75-foot hauler usually meets owners at a large lot near Route 440 or the Turnpike extension. Suburban Bergen and Morris County pickups are simpler unless an HOA keeps trucks out.
Do I need to register my New Jersey car in Florida after it arrives?
Only if you are becoming a Florida resident. New residents must register within 10 days of starting work, enrolling children in school or otherwise establishing residency, and a car titled out of state needs a VIN verification first. Snowbirds who keep a New Jersey home can usually keep New Jersey plates.
