- Chicago → Orlando
- 1,164 mi
- Transit
- 3–5 days
- Open carrier
- $1,575
What it costs
Prices for a running sedan with standard pickup, as of Oct 27, 2026, calculated the same way as the quote on this page. SUVs, pickups and inoperable vehicles cost more, and you can price those exactly with the quote tool.
| Route | Miles | Open | Enclosed | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → OrlandoIL → FL | 1,164 | $1,575 | $2,280 | 3–5 days |
| Chicago → Fort MyersIL → FL | 1,301 | $1,665 | $2,415 | 3–5 days |
| Naperville → TampaIL → FL | 1,187 | $1,590 | $2,300 | 3–5 days |
| Rockford → NaplesIL → FL | 1,403 | $1,805 | $2,590 | 3–6 days |
| Peoria → SarasotaIL → FL | 1,187 | $1,665 | $2,375 | 3–5 days |
The route
Most carriers leave Chicago on I-65 through Indianapolis, Louisville and Nashville, then take I-24 to Chattanooga and I-75 into Florida. Chicago to Orlando is 1,164 miles.
Downstate pickups in Peoria, Springfield and Champaign often go I-57 south to meet I-24 near Marion. Rockford and the far northwest suburbs are routine pickups but can take a day longer to schedule than the city and the I-88 and I-55 corridors.
When to book
Southbound demand peaks from October through January: Chicago to Orlando is about $1,575 in November and $1,435 in April. In December, lake-effect snow in northwest Indiana can slow trucks on the first leg.
Good to know
Drivers can't take a carrier into a parking garage, and many Chicago side streets are too tight for one. If you live downtown or in a high-rise, bring the car down to a nearby wide street or lot your dispatcher picks with you.
Questions about Illinois to Florida car shipping
How long does it take to ship a car from Chicago to Florida?
About 3–5 days after pickup for Chicago to Orlando.
Is it cheaper to ship to Florida before October?
Yes. Before snowbird season starts, Chicago to Orlando is about $1,440 for a September pickup, compared with $1,575 in November.
Do you pick up in the suburbs and downstate?
Yes. Naperville, Rockford, Peoria, Springfield and Champaign are all regular pickups. Prices for those cities are in the table above or in the quote tool.