Florida to Texas Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for car shipping from Florida to Texas is simple. Follow these key steps to ensure a smooth and safe transport:

• Clean your car: Wash the exterior so any pre-existing scratches, dents, or damage are easy to spot and document before pickup.
• Document the condition: Take clear photos of all sides of your vehicle. This protects you in the unlikely event of a dispute after delivery.
• Remove personal items: Carriers are not licensed to transport personal belongings. Remove everything from the interior and trunk.
• Remove accessories: Take off any exterior add-ons like bike racks, spoilers, or custom antennas that could be damaged in transit.
• Remove your toll pass: Florida SunPass and other toll transponders should be removed or disabled to avoid unwanted charges while your car is on the carrier.
• Check your fluids and tire pressure: Make sure there are no active leaks and that your tires are properly inflated.
• Leave a quarter tank of gas: Enough fuel is needed to load and unload your vehicle, but a full tank adds unnecessary weight.
• Have a key ready: Provide the carrier with a working key at pickup.
• Disable your car alarm: This prevents it from triggering during transport.

For a full checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. A little preparation goes a long way toward a stress-free shipment from Florida to Texas!

Yes, your vehicle is insured during transport from Florida to Texas. At Sherpa Auto Transport, we take your peace of mind seriously. Here’s how we protect your vehicle:

• Carrier Insurance Requirements: Every carrier we work with is required to carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.
• Verified Coverage: Before your vehicle is ever loaded onto a truck, we verify that the carrier’s insurance policy is valid and active for the full duration of your shipment.
• Added Protection: All contracted carriers are required to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy, giving you an extra layer of accountability.

It’s also a good idea to document your vehicle’s condition before pickup with photos. This makes it easy to reference if you ever need to file a claim. While damage during transport is rare, knowing you’re covered gives you confidence throughout the entire Florida to Texas shipping process.

Have questions about coverage? Contact our team — we’re happy to walk you through the details.

The sooner you book, the better. We recommend scheduling your pickup at least 2 weeks in advance — but if you can book 3–4 weeks ahead, even better.

Here’s why early booking matters for Florida to Texas shipments:

• More carrier options: Carriers plan their routes in advance. Booking early gives you access to more drivers heading from Florida to Texas.
• Better rates: Last-minute shipments often cost more. Early booking gives carriers time to bundle your vehicle with others on the same route, which can lower your price.
• Flexible pickup windows: The more lead time you provide, the easier it is to match a pickup window that fits your schedule.

If you’re in a time crunch, don’t worry — Sherpa Auto Transport also offers expedited shipping options to meet tighter deadlines. Just keep in mind that rush shipments may come at a higher cost.

Bottom line: book as early as possible to get the best rates, the most carrier choices, and a smooth pickup experience.

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.

When shipping your car from Florida to Texas, you have two options: open transport and enclosed transport.

Open transport is the most popular choice. Your vehicle is loaded onto an open-air trailer alongside other cars. It’s safe, reliable, and the most affordable option for most drivers.

Enclosed transport places your vehicle inside a fully covered trailer, protecting it from road debris, dust, and weather. The tradeoff? It typically costs 40–60% more than open transport.

So when does enclosed transport make sense? Consider it if you have:

• A classic or collector car
• A luxury or exotic vehicle
• A car with a custom paint job or body modifications
• A low ground-clearance vehicle that needs extra care during loading

For most standard vehicles making the Florida to Texas run, open transport is the smart, cost-effective choice. The route is well-traveled and our carriers are experienced professionals.

Not sure which is right for you? Check out our in-depth open vs. enclosed auto transport guide to help you decide.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments from Florida to Texas. This is the most convenient option for most customers, and here’s how it works:

• At booking, you provide your preferred pickup address in Florida and your delivery address in Texas.
• Your assigned carrier will come directly to your specified locations to pick up and drop off your vehicle.
• If restrictions apply — such as low-hanging trees, narrow streets, or local ordinances that prevent a large carrier truck from accessing your address — your driver will coordinate with you to find a safe, nearby alternative, like a parking lot or gas station.

Door-to-door service is available for most neighborhoods across Florida and Texas. Whether you’re shipping from Miami, Orlando, or Jacksonville to Houston, Dallas, or San Antonio, we’ll work hard to get as close to your door as possible.

Ready to get started? Get a free, instant quote and book your Florida to Texas auto transport today.

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!