Florida to Missouri Car Shipping
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car from Florida to Missouri?
- Distance798 - 1,467 miles
- Estimated cost$770 – $1,260
- Transit time2 to 4 days
- Pickup1–3 business days
Florida to Missouri estimates start at $770 and top out near $1,260. Distances span roughly 798 to 1,467 miles, and the difference between the low and high end comes mostly from where in Florida the car is picked up and which Missouri city it goes to.
From our route pages:
- Gainesville to Columbia (1,008 miles): $691–$988
- Tampa to Springfield (1,123 miles): $763–$1,089
- Fort Lauderdale to St. Louis (1,195 miles): $811–$1,159
- Miami to Kansas City (1,467 miles): $945–$1,350
North and central Florida starting points, plus St. Louis delivery, are shorter. South Florida to Kansas City is the longest pairing. Vehicle size and condition also change the quote.
Because routes from South Florida are among the longest in this lane, many customers compare a few starting cities. If you live in the Tampa Bay area or around Gainesville, you may see a lower estimate than from Miami for the same Missouri destination. The calculator will show the figure for your own pickup and delivery address.
Popular Florida to Missouri Routes: Distance, Transit and Price
| Route | Distance | Transit | Price estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Lauderdale to Springfield | 1,307 miles | 2 to 4 days | $860 - $1229 |
| Miami to Kansas City | 1,467 miles | 3 to 5 days | $945 - $1350 |
| Fort Lauderdale to Kansas City | 1,441 miles | 3 to 5 days | $928 - $1326 |
| Miami to Springfield | 1,332 miles | 2 to 4 days | $876 - $1252 |
| Fort Lauderdale to St. Louis | 1,195 miles | 2 to 4 days | $811 - $1159 |
| Miami to St. Louis | 1,221 miles | 2 to 4 days | $829 - $1184 |
| Pompano Beach to Kansas City | 1,430 miles | 3 to 5 days | $921 - $1316 |
| Pompano Beach to St. Louis | 1,184 miles | 2 to 4 days | $804 - $1148 |
| Gainesville to Columbia | 1,008 miles | 2 to 3 days | $691 - $988 |
| Tampa to Springfield | 1,123 miles | 2 to 4 days | $763 - $1089 |
| Cape Coral to Columbia | 1,258 miles | 2 to 4 days | $854 - $1220 |
| Port St. Lucie to Columbia | 1,229 miles | 2 to 4 days | $834 - $1192 |
How Long Does It Take to Ship a Car from Florida to Missouri?
Transit is generally 2–4 days. A car from Gainesville to Columbia can arrive in 2–3 days, while Miami to Kansas City sits at the longer end. After you book, pickup is typically 1–3 business days away.
What shapes the timeline:
- Miami-Dade and Broward volume. South Florida has plenty of trucks heading north, which helps pickup, but the first stretch to the Georgia line adds hours.
- Hurricane season. From June through November, storms in Florida or along the Gulf can delay loading or reroute drivers.
- Missouri destination. St. Louis is on the nearer side; Kansas City and Springfield need extra driving to the west.
Once the truck leaves Florida, most of the time goes to the drive through Georgia and Tennessee. Traffic around Atlanta and Nashville can slow a driver for a few hours. Our dispatch team coordinates the pickup date with you before loading.
Pickup is usually scheduled within a 1–3 business day window after booking; transit then takes about 2 to 4 days.
Shipping a Car from Florida to Missouri: Route Notes
Trucks head north out of Florida on I-75 or I-95, often through Georgia toward Atlanta and Chattanooga, then turn west across Tennessee. Drivers commonly reach Missouri through the Nashville and Memphis areas, crossing into the state near the Mississippi River. St. Louis is the first major city on arrival, and Springfield and Kansas City require more western driving afterward.
Seasonality matters here. Demand tends to rise in late spring when the school year ends and people relocate, and summer storms and the hurricane season can briefly disrupt departures from Florida.
Drivers who start in the Panhandle or Jacksonville can take a more direct path than those starting in Miami. In Missouri, I-44 serves Springfield and St. Louis, and I-70 connects St. Louis, Columbia and Kansas City, with Independence just east of Kansas City.
Open vs Enclosed Car Shipping from Florida to Missouri
An open carrier handles the vast majority of Florida to Missouri jobs and keeps the price lowest. If you are moving a convertible, a classic or a luxury car and want protection from Florida sun, summer storms and road grit, ask about enclosed transport. It costs more and has fewer trucks available.
3 simple steps to ship your car from Florida to Missouri
Step 1: Get Your Quote
Request a fast, accurate car shipping quote by providing vehicle details, locations, and transport type (open or enclosed). We offer transparent pricing for door-to-door, cross-country, or expedited shipping—no hidden fees.
Step 2: Pickup
After booking, we arrange door-to-door pickup. A driver inspects your vehicle, then loads it using secure equipment. Choose open transport for cost savings or enclosed transport for extra protection. Tracking and updates are available throughout transit.
Step 3: Delivery
Track your vehicle via eBOL. We deliver it to your chosen location, perform a final inspection, and complete the handoff. Safe, insured, and on-time delivery for any vehicle type.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our estimate is $770 to $1,260. Tampa to Springfield is estimated at $763–$1,089 and Miami to Kansas City at $945–$1,350. The calculator will price your exact route.
Gainesville is much closer to Missouri. For example, Gainesville to Columbia (1,008 miles) is estimated at $691–$988, compared with Miami to Kansas City (1,467 miles) at $945–$1,350.
Transit is 2–4 days once loaded, with a 1–3 business day pickup window after booking.
Yes. During hurricane season, which runs June through November, storms can delay loading, and we may need to shift the pickup date. Keep your schedule flexible.
Springfield, St. Louis, Kansas City, Columbia and Independence are the most requested, and we also serve other cities and suburbs across Missouri.
Prices depend on the exact addresses, so the best way to find the lowest quote is to price your actual pickup and delivery cities in the calculator. Flexible dates can help.
Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport, meaning the carrier will pick up and deliver your vehicle as close to your specified locations as possible. In some cases, due to narrow streets or local restrictions, you may need to meet the carrier at a nearby location.
While we expect carriers to deliver all vehicles without damage, accidents can happen. It is important for customers to inspect their vehicles upon receipt. If damage is noticed, customers should contact our office asap. Damage should be documented on the “Bill of Lading” received from the driver. If a report is not made in a timely manner we will not be able to assist you with the damage.
All our carriers are fully licensed, insured, and vetted to meet federal and state regulations. We work only with professional, experienced transporters to ensure the safe delivery of your vehicle.
Customer Testimonials
“I contacted Freedom Auto Transport under short notice and they delivered. Got my vehicle picked up in Dallas, TX the same day, it took about 3 days to get delivered. Driver contacted me prior to arrival on both ends and was very friendly. Very easy to do business with. Thanks again.”
“I wanted to share my experience dealing with Freedom Auto Transport. Could not have gone any smoother. Called up Tuesday morning, had my vehicle picked up and on a trailer the very next day! Wow! Everyone I spoke to at Freedom was extremely helpful and friendly. Very pleased with my experience and would 10000% recommend Freedom to anyone that needs auto transport service. Thanks again..”
“Freedom was great, Dan S. with Freedom was the only carrier who could deliver on the dates I needed. I contacted several transporters, the prices and dates changed every 5 minutes. Dan was very helpful every step of the way, and extremely reasonable! I will use these guys from this point forward, make one call and it’s a done deal! Thanks Dan!”
Freedom Auto Transport runs a solid operation. Dorian is the reason I chose this carrier even though I had all but agreed to work with a different hauler. He was fast to return my calls, texted frequently, and used all his contacts to arrange a quick turnaround on the 4Runner I shipped. He almost managed to get a same day pick-up but the dealership I was working with couldn’t complete the paperwork in time for an evening pick up. Easy paperwork/signatures. No heavy sales pitch. Just familiarity with how the industry works, good relationships to leverage, and the urgency to help. I think he really feels good knowing he’s helping to deliver something meaningful to others. Ive used different companies each time I’ve shipped a vehicle but the next time I need a car or truck shipped, I want to work with Dorian. Cheers!