Snowbird Car Shipping to Orlando & Central Florida

Our hub page for winter residents heading to Central Florida. We ship door to door from the Northeast and Midwest to Orlando and the surrounding communities, then back home in the spring.

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Why snowbirds ship instead of drive to Orlando

Driving from the Northeast or Midwest to Orlando usually means two or three long days on I-95 or I-75, hotel nights, fuel, tolls and wear on the car you’ll be relying on all winter. Shipping lets you fly down, skip the drive, and have your own car waiting when you arrive. It also means one less thing to coordinate when you’re closing up a house up north.

We deliver throughout Central Florida: Orlando, Winter Park, Lake Nona, Celebration, Kissimmee, Clermont, Sanford and on toward The Villages.

Where we pick up

Pick a route for lane-specific details:

Not listed? We pick up anywhere in the country; just enter your ZIP on the quote form.

Timing your snowbird shipment

Fall is the busiest stretch for southbound car shipping. Carriers fill trucks heading to Florida from the Northeast and Midwest from October onward, and the weeks around the holidays get tight. The earlier you send your dates, the more options we have. Your quote will include a pickup window and an estimated transit time for your exact ZIP codes. We don’t guess on the phone.

If your plans have some give, a flexible pickup window helps us match you with a carrier already running your lane. If you have a hard date, such as a flight, closing or lease start, put it on the form and we’ll plan around it.

Heading back north

Spring return trips use the same lanes in reverse: Orlando to New York, Orlando to Boston, Orlando to Chicago and more. See our seasonal shipping guide.

Open or enclosed?

Open carrier

The standard, economical choice for most daily drivers. Most carriers on long interstate lanes run open trailers, which usually means more scheduling flexibility.

Enclosed carrier

Fully covered transport that keeps the vehicle out of weather, road spray and debris. Worth considering for classic, exotic, luxury or freshly restored vehicles. Request it on your quote.

Getting your vehicle ready

Remove personal items, toll transponders and garage remotes.
Take dated photos of all four sides before the driver arrives.
Leave roughly a quarter tank of fuel and note any leaks or warning lights.
Tell us about lifts, lowered suspension, oversized tires or a non-running vehicle so the right trailer is booked.
At delivery, compare the car to the pickup condition report before you sign.

How booking works

Send your details. Vehicle, pickup ZIP, delivery ZIP and your dates on the quote form, or call (407) 794-8185.
A real person reviews it. No autoresponder bidding war; someone who knows the lane looks at your dates.
We match a carrier. We reach vetted, insured operators already running your direction.
Pickup and delivery. Your driver inspects the vehicle, loads it, and calls ahead before delivery.

Frequently asked questions

When should snowbirds book car shipping to Florida?

Book as soon as your dates are firm. Southbound demand builds through fall and peaks around the holidays and early in the new year, so giving carriers a few weeks of notice usually makes scheduling easier.

Can I ship my car back north in the spring?

Yes. Many snowbirds book a round trip: south in the fall, north in the spring. The return trip is quoted separately because northbound demand and timing change with the season.

Can I leave belongings in the car?

Carriers generally ask that vehicles be empty of personal items. Their cargo insurance covers the vehicle, not contents, and extra weight can be an issue. Ask us before you pack anything.

Do I need to be there for pickup and delivery?

Someone you trust can stand in for you at either end. They sign the condition report and hand over or receive the keys.

Is the carrier insured?

We work with vetted carriers that carry cargo insurance. Ask for the carrier’s certificate before pickup if you want to see it.

Ready to get a quote?

Tell us where the car is, where it needs to be, and when. We’ll come back with a real carrier plan.

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