Florida to Nevada Car Shipping

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

• Clean your vehicle: 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 over damage.
• Remove personal items: Keep the interior clear of personal belongings. Most carriers are not liable for items left inside the car.
• Remove accessories: Take off any exterior add-ons like bike racks, spoilers, or roof cargo boxes that could be damaged or cause clearance issues during transport.
• Remove your toll pass: Florida’s SunPass and similar transponders should be removed to avoid accidental toll charges while your vehicle is in transit.
• Check fluid levels 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 the vehicle, but a full tank adds unnecessary weight.
• Disable the alarm: If your car has an alarm system, disable it or provide clear instructions to the carrier to avoid disruptions during transport.
• Have a key ready: Provide the carrier with a working key at pickup.

For a full checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. A little preparation goes a long way in making your Florida to Nevada car shipping experience stress-free!

Yes, your vehicle is insured during transport from Florida to Nevada. Every carrier in our network is required to carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your car ever gets on a truck, we verify that the carrier’s insurance policy is active and in good standing for the full duration of your shipment. We also require all contracted carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy — giving you an extra layer of protection and peace of mind.

It’s a long haul from Florida to Nevada — roughly 2,500 miles — so we take insurance seriously. You can rest easy knowing your vehicle is covered from pickup to delivery. If you have specific questions about coverage, contact our team and we’ll walk you through the details.

The sooner you schedule, the better. We recommend booking your Florida pickup at least 2 weeks in advance, but 3–4 weeks is ideal — especially during peak snowbird season (October through March), when demand for Florida auto transport surges.

Booking early gives carriers more time to bundle your vehicle with other shipments heading toward Nevada, which helps keep your rate competitive and your pickup window tight. Last-minute bookings are possible, but they often come with higher costs and fewer carrier options.

Keep in mind that the Florida to Nevada route covers roughly 2,500 miles, so transit time alone typically runs 7 to 10 days after pickup. Factor that into your moving timeline so your car arrives when you need it.

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 Nevada, you have two options: open transport and enclosed transport.

Open transport is the most popular and affordable choice. Your vehicle rides on an open-air trailer — the same kind used to deliver cars to dealerships. It’s safe, reliable, and gets the job done for most standard vehicles.

Enclosed transport provides a fully covered trailer that shields your car from road debris, weather, and dust along the route. The tradeoff? It typically costs 40–60% more than open transport. It’s best suited for:

• Luxury or exotic cars
• Classic or collector vehicles
• Cars with custom paint jobs or low ground clearance

For most everyday vehicles making the Florida to Nevada trip, open transport is the smart, cost-effective choice. But if your car has high value or sentimental worth, the extra peace of mind from enclosed shipping is well worth it.

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

Yes! Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments from Florida to Nevada. This is the most convenient way to ship your car — no need to drop it off at a terminal or travel out of your way.

Here’s how it works: when you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup address in Florida and your delivery address in Nevada. Your assigned carrier will come directly to those locations to load and unload your vehicle.

Keep in mind that Florida and Nevada both have a mix of urban neighborhoods, gated communities, and rural roads. In some cases, large transport trucks may not be able to safely navigate certain streets or tight spaces. If that happens, your driver will contact you to arrange a nearby alternative — like a parking lot or gas station — that is just a short distance away.

Door-to-door service is available for both open and enclosed transport, so whether you’re shipping a daily driver or a luxury vehicle, we have you covered on your Florida to Nevada 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!