Florida to Texas Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for shipping from Florida to Texas is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Before pickup:

• Remove all personal items from inside your car
• Take out toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile items
• Remove or secure loose exterior accessories like bike racks or spoilers
• Clean your car and take photos of any existing damage
• Make sure your gas tank is between 1/4 and 1/2 full
• Check that your battery is charged and tires are properly inflated

Have ready for the driver:

• A working set of keys
• Your driver’s license and insurance information
• Any special instructions for your vehicle

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps helps ensure your car arrives safely in Texas and avoids any delays during pickup.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Florida to Texas. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your car leaves Florida, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. This coverage protects your vehicle throughout the entire journey to Texas.

For extra protection, all our carriers add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we can directly confirm coverage details if needed.

What this means for you: If any damage occurs during transport, the carrier’s insurance will cover repairs or replacement costs up to your vehicle’s value.

We recommend scheduling your car shipping service from Florida to Texas at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you better options and pricing.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better carrier availability: More drivers can fit your car into their routes
• Lower costs: Carriers can group your shipment with others going the same way
• Flexible pickup dates: You get more choice in when your car gets picked up

During busy seasons like summer and winter holidays, book 3-4 weeks ahead. Florida to Texas is a popular route, so carriers run it regularly. But early booking ensures you get the best service at the best price.

Need to ship last minute? We can often arrange pickup within 2-3 days, though it may cost more and limit your options.

No payment is due at the time of booking. We do require a payment method on file so that it is available to charge once a carrier is secured. We accept all major debit and credit cards, including Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express. The most convenient option is to pay for your shipment in full by credit card at the time a carrier is secured.

We also allow you to pay for your Initial Payment via credit or debit card and then pay the outstanding balance on delivery day via cash or a certified check made out to the carrier.

Your Sherpa shipment includes up to 100 lbs of personal items or household goods stored in the trunk area or secured below the window line. If you are shipping to or from a port or your shipment includes ocean transit, your vehicle must be emptied of all items. Sherpa and your assigned carrier cannot be responsible for personal items left inside the vehicle. See our Vehicle Shipping Tips for more details.

Yes. It is important that you, or another adult that you trust, is there for pickup and delivery of your vehicle. This designated person plays an important role in the shipping process including documenting the state of the vehicle and signing the Bill of Lading, which acts as a receipt of the vehicle’s condition.

Open transport uses open trailers that expose your car to weather and road debris. It’s the most common and affordable option, costing about 50% less than enclosed transport. Most cars ship this way safely from Florida to Texas.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. This shields your car from rain, sun, dirt, and flying debris during the journey. It costs more but offers better protection.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily driver and want to save money. Most vehicles arrive in excellent condition.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic car, or have custom paint work. The extra cost is worth protecting your investment on the Florida to Texas route.

See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details and pricing information.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service from Florida to Texas. This means we’ll pick up your car from your home, office, or preferred address in Florida and deliver it directly to your chosen location in Texas.

Here’s how it works: When you book your Florida to Texas car shipment, simply provide us with your pickup and delivery addresses. Our assigned carrier will come to you, making the process as convenient as possible.

Important note: In some cases, large transport trucks cannot access certain residential areas due to low-hanging branches, narrow streets, or HOA restrictions. If this happens, our carrier will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station – usually within a few miles of your address.

Door-to-door service is included in most of our Florida to Texas shipping quotes at no extra cost, making it the most popular choice for customers who want maximum convenience during their move.

Many Auto Transport companies try to tease customers with lower rates, only to surprise you with “hidden costs” later. At Sherpa Auto Transport, we do things differently. We provide one locked-in price upfront and stick to it. If unexpected costs arise, we pay them out of our own pocket.

While we may not always be the cheapest option at first glance, our commitment to transparency and reliability offers exceptional value. As a premium service, we ensure an stress-free experience from start to finish.

We transport sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, vans and motorcycles across the nation, including service to Alaska and Hawaii. At this time, we do not service boats, golf carts, ATVs, or RVs. We can ship both operable and inoperable vehicles so long as the vehicle can roll, brake, and steer, and that you can provide the carrier with a key to the vehicle. We can also ship electric vehicles.

Visit Sherpa’s FAQ page to learn more about car shipping!