Tennessee to Florida Car Shipping

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

• Clean your car: Wash the exterior before pickup so any existing scratches, dents, or damage are easy to spot and document.
• Document existing damage: Take clear photos of your vehicle from all angles. This protects you in the unlikely event of a dispute.
• Remove personal items: Carriers are not licensed to transport personal belongings. Remove everything from the interior to avoid liability issues.
• Remove toll passes and parking tags: Devices like E-ZPass or SunPass can accidentally scan and charge you during transit. Take them out before pickup.
• Check your fluid levels and tire pressure: Make sure there are no active leaks and that your tires are properly inflated.
• Leave only a quarter tank of gas: A full tank adds unnecessary weight. A quarter tank is enough for loading and unloading.
• Disable your car alarm: An alarm that triggers during transport can cause delays and frustration for your carrier.
• Remove exterior accessories: Take off spoilers, bike racks, or any custom add-ons that could be damaged or cause clearance issues on the trailer.
• Have a key ready: Your carrier will need a key to load and unload your vehicle safely.

For a full checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. A little preparation goes a long way in making your Tennessee to Florida auto transport experience stress-free.

Yes, your vehicle is insured when shipping from Tennessee to Florida with Sherpa Auto Transport. 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 leaves Tennessee, we verify that the carrier’s insurance policy is active and in good standing. 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 throughout your shipment.

Our quotes are all-inclusive, so there are no hidden fees or surprise charges. From Nashville to Miami or Memphis to Orlando, you can feel confident that your vehicle is covered every mile of the way.

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

The sooner you book, the better. We recommend scheduling your Tennessee pickup at least two weeks in advance. However, booking even earlier — especially during peak seasons like winter and summer — gives you more flexibility and a better chance of locking in the best rate.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• More carrier options: Carriers running the Tennessee to Florida route fill up fast. Early booking means more drivers to choose from.
• Better pricing: Last-minute shipments often cost more. Booking ahead helps you avoid surge pricing.
• Bundled routes: Carriers prefer to bundle shipments along the same route. The earlier you post, the easier it is for a driver to include your vehicle on an existing run from Tennessee to Florida.

If you’re in a hurry, expedited shipping is available — but it will cost more. For the smoothest, most affordable experience, plan ahead and get a free quote as early as possible.

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 Tennessee to Florida, you have two options: open or enclosed transport.

Open transport is the most popular and affordable choice. Your vehicle rides on an open-air trailer — the same type you see hauling new cars on the highway. It’s safe, reliable, and gets the job done for most standard vehicles.

Enclosed transport places your vehicle inside a fully covered trailer, protecting it from road debris, weather, and the elements. The tradeoff? It typically costs 50% or more than open transport. It’s best suited for:

• Classic or antique cars
• Luxury or exotic vehicles
• Custom paint jobs or low-clearance vehicles
• Any car you simply can’t risk exposing to the road

For most people shipping a standard vehicle from Tennessee to Florida, open transport is the smart, cost-effective choice. If you’re moving a high-value or irreplaceable vehicle, enclosed is worth the extra cost for peace of mind.

Not sure which is right for you? Check out our open vs. enclosed auto transport guide for a full breakdown.

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

Here’s how it works: when you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup address in Tennessee and your delivery address in Florida. Your assigned carrier will come directly to you and deliver your vehicle as close to your door as safely possible.

Keep in mind that large car carriers cannot always access every street or neighborhood. If your address has low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or other obstacles, your driver will coordinate with you to find a safe, nearby alternative — such as a local parking lot or gas station. This is common and easy to arrange.

The bottom line: door-to-door service means less hassle for you. Whether you’re relocating from Nashville to Miami or Knoxville to Tampa, Sherpa handles the logistics so you don’t have to.

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!