One of the busiest relocation corridors in the country — about 1,280 miles straight down the I-95 East Coast. Licensed, insured carriers run this route weekly with transparent cubic-footage pricing, a dedicated relocation coordinator, and an estimated 7–11 day delivery window you can plan around.
Distance
1,280 mi
Transit time
10-14 days
Service
Weekly
No obligation · Response in 30–60 minutes
Overview
Moving from New York to Miami is a straight shot down the East Coast — roughly 1,280 miles along the I-95 corridor from the Northeast to South Florida. Quick Ship Van Lines coordinates this route weekly with licensed, carefully selected carriers who handle the tricky parts on both ends: NYC co-op and condo move-outs with certificate-of-insurance and elevator rules, and Miami high-rise move-ins with their own building requirements. Whether you’re relocating a Manhattan studio, a Brooklyn family apartment, or a two-bedroom co-op full of art, you get upfront pricing based on the cubic footage of your inventory, a dedicated relocation coordinator from quote to delivery, and an estimated 7–11 day transit window. It’s the #1 route in the Northeast-to-Florida migration, so carrier availability is strong — and most quote requests get a response in 30–60 minutes.
Route Details
1,280 miles
7–11 business days
I-95 S the length of the East Coast, into Miami
New York · New Jersey · Delaware · Maryland · Virginia · North Carolina · South Carolina · Georgia · Florida
Eastern → Eastern (no change)
October – April (winter “snowbird” demand into Florida)
Demand into Florida peaks October through April, as snowbirds and out-of-state buyers head south — that’s the busiest and priciest window on this corridor. Late spring and summer offer better rates and availability, with the trade-off of heat, humidity, and hurricane season (June–November), which can occasionally shift pickup or delivery timing. Whenever you move, booking 3–4 weeks ahead secures preferred dates, especially around month-end.
Pricing
Real-world estimates by home size, based on the cubic footage your inventory takes on the truck. New York pickups can add cost because of building access — elevators, COIs, and tight-street shuttle needs — so those factor into the range. Your final price depends on inventory, access, and specialty items; get an accurate upfront quote in about 60 seconds.
$2,600 – $4,400
~250 cubic ft of inventory
$4,200 – $7,000
Couple or small family — most common
Most common
$6,200 – $9,800
Average family home
$8,800 – $13,500+
Larger homes / specialty items
What affects your New York to Miami moving cost
Final pricing may vary if inventory or service requirements change prior to pickup.
Real-World Examples
Three representative scenarios based on typical moves on this route.
Linda
Move
Manhattan, NY → Brickell, Miami, FL
Inventory
Queen bed, sectional, standing desk and dual monitors, 25 boxes — a typical 1-bedroom
$3,600
9 days
Manhattan pickup needed a COI and a reserved service elevator; Brickell high-rise delivery required a booked freight elevator — both arranged by the coordinator.
The Robert Family
Move
Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY → Pinecrest, FL
Inventory
3-bedroom apartment — full household, kids’ rooms, 70+ boxes
$7,600
10 days
Trading an apartment for a single-family home with a yard; coordinator timed delivery to the closing date.
Sarah & Martinez
Move
Upper East Side, Manhattan, NY → Aventura, FL
Inventory
2-bedroom co-op — curated furniture, a lifetime art collection, 45+ boxes
$6,000
8 days
Custom crating for framed art; move coordinated around the co-op closing and the condo’s move-in window.
Good to Know
Three things every New York to Miami mover should know before pickup day.
Florida requires you to register your vehicle and transfer your driver’s license within 30 days of establishing residency. Florida has no state income tax, but budget for registration fees and Miami-area tolls — a SunPass transponder is worth setting up early. Coming from NYC, remember to close out any E-ZPass account tied to your New York registration.
Many Miami buildings — especially in Brickell, Sunny Isles, and Aventura — require their own certificate of insurance on file plus a reserved freight elevator and loading dock before move-in. Let your coordinator know the destination building ahead of delivery day so the paperwork and elevator window are locked in.
You’re trading four seasons for year-round warmth, along with high humidity and summers in the 90s. Wood furniture, leather, electronics, and paper goods need humidity-aware packing. Hurricane season runs June through November and can occasionally affect pickup or delivery scheduling — your coordinator monitors the forecast and adjusts as needed.
More Ways We Help
Rather than drive the full I-95 corridor, many customers ship a car alongside the household move. Open transport on this route typically runs $600–$1,000 and enclosed transport for luxury or classic vehicles runs $1,100–$1,600, with vehicle transit usually 4–6 days.
Full or partial packing is available, along with climate-controlled short-term storage if your Miami move-in date falls after your New York move-out date — common when a co-op closing or building move-in window doesn’t line up. Ask your coordinator to build either into your quote.
Pianos, antiques, artwork, and collections are common on this route and are handled by experienced crews, with custom crating available for fragile or high-value pieces. Flag any specialty items when you request your quote so the right equipment, crating, and team are scheduled.
Why Quick Ship
Reviews
FAQs
Carriers run this move down the I-95 corridor along the East Coast, through New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, the Carolinas, and Georgia into Florida. It’s one of the most heavily traveled long-distance moving corridors in the country.
The two cities are about 1,280 miles apart. For a professionally coordinated household move, plan on an estimated 7–11 business days door to door, depending on shipment size and scheduling. Your coordinator confirms a delivery window before the truck leaves New York.
No. Both cities are in the Eastern Time zone, so there’s no time change to plan around — one less thing to coordinate on delivery day and during utility setup.
Full-service moves on this route typically range from $2,600 for a studio to $13,500+ for a 4+ bedroom home, based on the cubic footage of your inventory. NYC building access can affect the low end. Get an exact number with a free quote — most requests get a response in 30–60 minutes.
Most NYC co-ops and condos require an advance elevator reservation, specific move-out hours (often weekdays, 9 AM–5 PM), and a certificate of insurance from the carrier. Some buildings charge a refundable move-out deposit of $500–$1,000. Your coordinator handles the insurance certificate and helps you navigate the building’s requirements.
Often, yes — especially in Brickell, Sunny Isles, and Aventura. Many require a certificate of insurance on file and a reserved freight elevator and loading dock before move-in. Give your coordinator the building details ahead of delivery day and we’ll arrange it.
Yes. Open transport typically costs $600–$1,000, enclosed transport for luxury or classic vehicles runs $1,100–$1,600, and vehicle transit is usually 4–6 days. We can bundle it with your household move.
Late spring through summer is generally cheaper than the October–April snowbird peak, with the trade-off of heat, humidity, and hurricane season. Mid-month dates are typically cheaper than month-end.
Join 1,000+ families who chose Quick Ship Van Lines for a stress-free move. Request a quote and we’ll get back to you in 30–60 minutes with a free, no-obligation estimate.
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