What a great company had to move car from New Jersey to Florida was skeptical about some other quotes that I received. This was no nonsense delivered the car early and for the price that they told me.
Richard Durgin
October 28, 2026
Plan your Illinois to Florida vehicle shipment with a quote based on your pickup location, Florida destination, vehicle, and timing.
Don’t Drive It. Haulify It.
Many northern and central Illinois-to-mainland Florida routes span roughly 1,000 to 1,450 road miles, with an estimated 3–5 days in transit after pickup. A southern Illinois origin going to north Florida can be shorter, while a Florida Keys destination can be longer. Booking, carrier matching, and pickup scheduling happen before transit begins.
Chicagoland trips may connect toward I-65 South, while central and southern Illinois shipments may use I-57 and I-24 before reaching the Southeast. The assigned motor carrier decides the actual path based on the entire shipment and road conditions. For broader state information, explore Haulify’s Illinois car shipping and Florida car shipping pages.
A pickup in Chicagoland, Rockford, central Illinois, or southern Illinois creates a different starting point. Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, Southwest Florida, and Miami also differ in mileage and destination access.
For a quote using your actual route and vehicle, visit Haulify’s car shipping cost calculator.
Southbound seasonal movement typically builds in fall and early winter as some Illinois residents head to Florida. Directional demand can affect available carrier capacity and current prices, so the same city pair may be quoted differently at another time.
See Haulify’s Snowbird Car Shipping page for more seasonal planning.
A larger vehicle uses different trailer space from a standard sedan. Include the vehicle’s size and operating condition when requesting a quote so the shipment can be evaluated on its actual details.
Open car transport is commonly chosen for everyday vehicles and is generally the more economical option. Enclosed auto transport provides added protection from ordinary road and weather exposure and may suit a classic, collectible, luxury, or specialty vehicle.
Your first available date, the amount of pickup flexibility you have, and the accessibility of both locations can affect the shipment plan. An estimate for transit after pickup does not include the time needed to arrange a carrier and schedule pickup.
What a great company had to move car from New Jersey to Florida was skeptical about some other quotes that I received. This was no nonsense delivered the car early and for the price that they told me.
Pick this company if you want your car transported correctly and for the price they quoted for! Awesome driver and company, got my car picked up on schedule and dropped off on schedule, will definitely be using again for all my car transport needs !
There was clear and concise communication throughout the shipping process. I appreciated working with Haulify and Darius because the quote given did not change and the driver assignment was quick, on time and easy. I recommend this company above others. (I have shipped my car several times to other states using different services.) My experience has never been this seamless so I will be using Haulify again!
Great communication. I felt secure as they transported my car, I truly feel confident in them. I recommend using this company, the quoted price doesn’t change and they work with you within the outlined timeframe.
We had to have three cars hauled with a little bit of a short notice on scheduling but Darius got us sorted out for a fair cost, without any problems, and our cars showed up just how they left and when they said they would. I never shipped a car before and the process with Haulify and the skilled assistance of Darius made it pretty easy. I would definitely use Haulify again.
I highly recommend them! They're excellent, and I'll never work with any other company again. They fully deserve what they charge.
Awesome service and transparent. I appreciate the prompt response
Excellent communication!
True Professionals here, they gave me a price and a timeline and stuck to it...It's very rare these days with these type of services...I'd use Haulify again in a second and recommend them to anyone considering moving their vehicles.
Fast service
I am a repeat customer of Haulify and cannot recommend them highly enough!!! Both times I used Haulify to transport my vehicles cross country, and both times I was so impressed. Not only was the process timely (and both times my vehicle arrived precisely on time), but the communication throughout the process was impeccable. I will never use another company to transport my vehicles ever again, and I look forward to giving Haulify my business in the future when the need arises. Hands down the best out there!
Haulify was unreal from start to finish. I shipped a vehicle from San Diego to Chicago, and the entire process was smooth, transparent, and stress-free. Their communication was top-tier — constant updates, quick responses, and zero guesswork at any point. They did exactly what they said they would do, when they said they'd do it, which is rare in vehicle transport. Pickup and delivery were on time, the car arrived in perfect condition, and the execution overall was extremely professional. You can tell they actually care about doing things the right way, not just moving cars. If you're looking for a company that combines excellent communication, reliability, and flawless execution, Haulify is it.
I give haulify an A+. They were awesome to work with and everything went very smoothly. Very good communication. I'd recommend them in a heartbeat
Thank you so much Darius was s amazing with helping me process everything, replied to every call or text and. Kept me informed I have received my truck just yet but I will def be packing for part two. This guy is always at work never missed a call ❤️
Without question this is the best company I've ever worked with when it comes to relocating a vehicle. The customer service was immaculate making the drop off/pick up of my vehicle seamless. I have to travel a bit, from time to time, and utilizing my own vehicle makes the most sense so I will 100% be using their services again. Highly recommend.
Fast reliable service & on time. Thank you for the great service & customer service.
REASONS TO SHIP
Why People Ship Cars From Illinois to Florida
This southbound route serves seasonal stays as well as moves, school transitions, and vehicle purchases. The best plan depends on the Illinois pickup point, the exact Florida destination, and when the vehicle can be available.
Seasonal Florida Stays
Send a vehicle south for a winter or extended Florida stay while planning personal travel separately from vehicle transit.
Household Relocations
Arrange vehicle transportation alongside a move from Illinois to a specific Florida home or community.
Student and Family Moves
Coordinate a vehicle for a school transition or family move between Illinois and Florida.
Interstate Vehicle Purchases
Move a vehicle bought in Illinois to its Florida destination without adding the full drive to the vehicle.
Give the actual first available date for the vehicle in Illinois.
Keep your personal travel dates separate from the pickup and transit estimate.
Use your actual Florida destination when requesting a quote.
Factor |  Haulify-ing It! | Driving It Yourself |
|---|---|---|
Your Time | Carrier handles the long-distance vehicle transport | You complete the multi-state drive |
Vehicle mileage | Minimal mileage associated with loading and delivery | Roughly 1,000–1,450+ additional road miles for many routes |
Trip expenses | Transportation is reflected in your quote | Fuel, meals, tolls, and possible lodging |
Convenience | Pickup, transport, and delivery are coordinated | You manage weather, traffic, stops, and the full drive |
"Picking up from a Chicago garage or a street with loading restrictions? Include those access details with your Illinois pickup information so a workable vehicle handoff can be planned."
Price depends on the exact Illinois pickup and Florida destination, mileage, vehicle, transport method, season, timing, and carrier availability. Open-carrier estimates for a standard sedan, updated August 2026, include Chicago, IL to Tampa, FL at about 1,140 miles and $730–$1,049, and Chicago, IL to Miami, FL at about 1,345 miles and $861–$1,237.
These are planning estimates, not guaranteed quotes. Use Haulify’s car shipping cost calculator for your actual locations and vehicle.
The four representative routes on this page are estimated at roughly 3–5 days in transit after pickup, using approximately 350 carrier miles per planning day. Carrier matching and pickup scheduling happen before transit begins, so this is not a booking-to-delivery promise.
The assigned carrier’s other stops, road conditions, legal driving limits, weather, and access can change delivery timing.
Many northern and central Illinois-to-mainland Florida routes are roughly 1,000 to 1,450 road miles, but the exact endpoints control the answer. For example, Chicago, IL to Miami, FL is approximately 1,345 city-center road miles. Southern Illinois to north Florida may be shorter, while a Florida Keys destination may be longer.
It can. Springfield or Marion starts farther south than Chicago and may connect through I-57 and I-24 instead of a Chicagoland approach. The exact pickup location also matters for carrier positioning and access. Request a quote with the actual Illinois address or ZIP code, not Chicago mileage as a statewide substitute.
Haulify coordinates car shipping to Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and Naples. Other destinations such as Jacksonville, Fort Myers, Fort Lauderdale, and the Florida Keys have different distances and access conditions. Enter the specific Florida delivery ZIP code for a useful quote; a price to one city is not a price for every destination in the state.
There is no single mandatory highway path. Chicagoland may connect toward I-65; Rockford and other northern origins may use I-39 or I-57 toward I-24; several central and southern Illinois routes can connect through I-57/I-24 toward I-75. In Florida, routing may involve I-75, I-4, I-95, or Florida’s Turnpike depending on the destination. The assigned motor carrier determines the actual operating route around the full shipment, road conditions, planned stops, and legal driving requirements.
There is no single best month for every shipment. Southbound seasonal demand often grows in fall and early winter, while the return movement north is stronger in spring. Allow for flexibility between the vehicle’s first available date, carrier pickup, and your personal travel date rather than assuming all three will line up.
Haulify’s Snowbird Car Shipping page has broader seasonal planning guidance.
That depends on the garage and nearby access. Height limits, loading restrictions, narrow streets, and traffic may make a particular handoff location unsuitable for a large carrier. Include the access details when requesting your quote and discuss the practical location before pickup is finalized. The same principle can matter at a Florida condo or gated destination.
Open car transport is commonly used for everyday vehicles and is generally more economical. Enclosed auto transport adds protection from ordinary road and weather exposure and may suit a classic, collectible, luxury, or specialty vehicle. Your vehicle and preference should guide the choice; the open estimates on this page do not quote enclosed service.
Haulify is the auto transport broker. Haulify arranges vehicle transportation and coordinates carrier matching or assignment. The assigned motor carrier performs the physical pickup, transportation, and delivery.
Read How Auto Transport Works for a broader overview.