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Florida to Washington Car Shipping
Ship your car from Florida to Washington in 6–9 days—your price appears on screen in seconds, not in a callback.
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How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car from Florida to Washington?
As of September 2026, the average cost to ship a car from Florida to Washington is about $1,618, with shipments typically running $1,150–$2,200 depending on the exact city pair, vehicle, and season. Open auto transport is the standard choice on this corridor; enclosed transport adds weather and debris protection for about 50% more.
What Factors Affect the Cost to Ship a Car?
Distance sets the baseline: this is one of the longest state-to-state runs in the country, averaging about 3,100 miles corner to corner, and longer city pairs cost more in total while costing less per mile. From there, vehicle size and weight, open versus enclosed carrier, exact pickup and delivery locations, fuel prices, and above all season and timing move the number—demand runs busiest from spring into midsummer, though the seasonal swing on this corridor is modest. For the full breakdown, see our car shipping cost calculator.
Florida to Washington Car Shipping Pricing & Time to Ship Your Car Examples
| From Florida to Washington | Distance | Open Transport | Enclosed | Transit Time | |
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| Jacksonville, FLSeattle, WAMost Popular | 3,013 mi | $1,150–$1,850 | $1,750–$2,750 | 7–9 days | Get Quote |
| Miami, FLTacoma, WA | 3,346 mi | $1,175–$1,850 | $1,750–$2,775 | 7–9 days | Get Quote |
| Tampa, FLSpokane, WA | 2,870 mi | $1,200–$1,900 | $1,800–$2,850 | 6–8 days | Get Quote |
| Orlando, FLVancouver, WA | 3,048 mi | $1,150–$1,800 | $1,725–$2,700 | 7–9 days | Get Quote |
| St. Petersburg, FLEverett, WA | 3,167 mi | $1,175–$1,875 | $1,775–$2,800 | 7–9 days | Get Quote |
| Hialeah, FLKent, WA | 3,323 mi | $1,150–$1,850 | $1,750–$2,750 | 7–9 days | Get Quote |
| Tallahassee, FLBellevue, WA | 2,924 mi | $1,200–$1,900 | $1,800–$2,825 | 6–8 days | Get Quote |
Ranges reflect recent shipments for a standard sedan; SUVs and trucks typically add $100–$200. Enclosed figures are estimated at about 1.5× the open auto transport rate.
Licensed & bonded (DOT/MC). Every carrier is verified with active cargo insurance before accepting your shipment."Paid $900 to get my wife’s brand new car from Naples Florida to Fairplay MD. Didn’t pay for extra coverage, car came in 4 days without a scratch, communication & updates were excellent. Reasonable price, would definitely use this company again"
Florida to Maryland
May 2026
"The process of getting a pick up was simple and easy. I thought the price was fair. The driver Max was phenomenal. Great with communications on my end and my wife in Florida."
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February 2026
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January 2026
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Open or Enclosed Transport for Florida to Washington?
Open car transport is the right choice for the vast majority of Florida to Washington shipments. Carriers typically take the I-10 sun corridor west through Houston before turning north up I-5 through California, which makes open auto transport both the most available and the most economical way to ship a daily driver, SUV, or truck across this distance. Your car rides with 8–10 others on a multi-vehicle trailer, driven on via built-in ramps and secured to the deck for the cross-country run.
Enclosed car shipping earns its premium of roughly 50% when the vehicle itself calls for it: luxury, classic, and exotic cars, a vehicle fresh off the dealer lot with no road miles, or anything you would not want exposed to weather and road debris over 3,000 miles. If you're weighing the two, our guide to the difference between enclosed and open auto transport covers it in detail.
One corridor-specific note: the southern-then-coastal routing keeps this run mild most of the year, though winter storms over the Siskiyou Summit on the final leg can add a day. Gulf storms in late summer occasionally shift a pickup, and we communicate any change proactively.
Expedited shipping is also available on this route when the calendar is not negotiable: guaranteed pickup windows and direct driver routes that get your vehicle to Washington faster. It is the option time-sensitive moves lean on, from corporate relocations to students starting a new semester.
The Florida to Washington Route
Most Florida to Washington shipments run I-10 and I-5, with door-to-door pickup and delivery on both ends. When direct routing isn't practical, carriers relay through hubs like Houston and Los Angeles to keep trucks full.
Florida to Washington Shipping Prices by Season
Demand on this corridor runs busiest from spring into midsummer and softest from late summer into fall. The seasonal swing is modest, so timing helps at the margins.
Monthly booking demand on the Florida to Washington corridor
Spring & Early Summer
Moving season: families, corporate relocations, and dealer traffic keep spring and early summer the firmest window for carrier space.
Late Summer & Fall
The softest stretch of the year: good availability and the friendliest pricing on the corridor.
Holidays
Demand firms up briefly around the holidays, then settles; winter weather is the only wildcard on mountain stretches.
Late Winter
Demand builds steadily toward the spring moving season; standard booking windows apply.
How Long Does Florida to Washington Car Shipping Take?
Transit begins at pickup, not booking. Plan on 1–3 extra days for carrier dispatch, more during the spring–summer moving season.
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Request your quote
Enter your ZIP codes, vehicle details, and preferred dates. Your price appears on screen right away.
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Book the lane
Reserve your pickup window, 7–14 days ahead is the sweet spot. No upfront deposit.
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Carrier dispatch
We match your shipment with a vetted carrier and coordinate pickup, typically within 1–3 days.
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Transit to Washington
Your vehicle runs the corridor, trackable in real time, arriving 6–9 days after pickup.
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Washington delivery
The driver calls ahead to confirm timing and access, then you inspect your vehicle together and sign at delivery.
Booking 7–14 days ahead gets the best rates on this corridor, 2–3 weeks during the spring–summer moving season. Flexible pickup windows price lower than fixed dates.
See Your FL to WA PriceShipping from the State of Florida
RoadRunner picks up vehicles across Florida every week, from Jacksonville and Miami to Tampa, Saint Petersburg, and everywhere in between.
Pickup happens at your home, office, or the nearest spot a full-size auto transport carrier can legally and safely reach, with real-time tracking from the moment your vehicle is loaded.
Shipping to the State of Washington
We deliver to every major Washington metro, from Seattle and Spokane to Tacoma and Vancouver, plus the smaller towns between them.
With open and enclosed equipment across a 30,000+ auto transport network, the driver calls ahead to confirm timing and access, then delivers as close to your door as the truck can legally and safely get.
Pickup and Delivery Notes for the Florida to Washington Route
Most handoffs on this corridor are straightforward door-to-door pickups. The exceptions, we handle routinely.
Florida gated communities
Routine pickups across South Florida. Provide a gate code or arrange a guest pass at booking and the driver coordinates the rest.
Condos & high-rises
Drivers meet at the loading zone, ground-floor entrance, or an adjacent lot with room for the truck, on either end of the run.
Seattle deliveries
Steep hills and dense neighborhoods are serviceable; the driver may meet you at a wider spot or a nearby lot—standard practice for full-size carriers.
Puget Sound & beyond
From Bellevue, Tacoma, and Olympia to Spokane and Vancouver, drivers coordinate delivery at your home, office, or the nearest spot with room for the truck.
Dealers, auctions & ports
Dealer and auction lots, port areas, and storage facilities on both ends work as handoff points where truck access allows.
Cross-country weather
The corridor runs year-round on the southern routing. Gulf storms and mountain passes can each add a day in season, and we communicate any delay proactively.
Shipping a Car from Florida, Made Simple
See how RoadRunner moves vehicles out of Florida: instant pricing, door-to-door pickup, and real-time tracking the whole way to Washington.
- Door-to-door pickup across Florida
- Open and enclosed auto transport on this corridor
- No upfront deposit
Before the carrier arrives
Three things to handle between booking and pickup day. They take an hour in total and make both handoffs smooth.
Schedule in advance
Book 7–14 days ahead for the best rates, and 2–3 weeks during the spring–summer moving season (April–July), when coast-to-coast carrier space is tightest.
Prep and empty the vehicle
Wash the car, leave about a quarter tank of fuel, and remove personal items. Anything left inside is not protected against loss or damage in transit.
Inspect at pickup and delivery
Walk around the vehicle with the driver at both ends, photograph its condition, and note anything new on the Bill of Lading before signing.
RoadRunner Auto Transport: The Florida to Washington Car Shipping Experts
RoadRunner Auto Transport has run coast-to-coast routes for over 30 years, dispatching vehicles between Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville and every corner of Washington, from Seattle, Tacoma, and Spokane to the small towns around Puget Sound. Our auto transport services cover open and enclosed shipping, door-to-door delivery, and expedited options.
Enter your pickup and delivery ZIP codes with some basic vehicle details, and your price appears on screen in seconds. A shipping coordinator then confirms the details and matches your shipment with a vetted carrier. Learn more about what sets RoadRunner apart.
Does Your Shipment Need a Specialized Service?
Most FL to WA vehicles ride standard open auto transport, but this corridor carries everything. If yours fits one of these, the dedicated service is the better starting point.
Washington to Florida Car Shipping
Headed the other way? RoadRunner runs the Washington to Florida corridor year-round with the same door-to-door service and the same carrier network.
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I recently used RoadRunner Auto Transport to ship my Sprinter from Brooklyn to Miami, and the whole process went very smoothly. From the start, their team was responsive and easy to work with, keeping me updated throughout the transport. The pickup was on time, the delivery was right within the expected window, and the vehicle arrived in perfect condition.
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