Shipping a Car from Tampa, FL to Augusta, GA
A 456-mile trip heading north, through Florida and Georgia: that is Tampa to Augusta. Allow 1–2 days after pickup, in line with roughly 9 hours of highway time. Fewer trucks run this lane, so give the dispatcher a few days of leeway.
What Tampa to Augusta Costs
A sedan on an open trailer is priced at roughly $350–$500 on this run, or $0.93 for each of the 456 miles. Enclosed shipping adds about 45% ($510–$725), while SUV and truck surcharges bring open pricing to $390–$560. Delivery to Savannah, 114 miles from Augusta, would be $350–$390. Loading in Orlando, about 86 miles from Tampa, is within a few dollars at $350–$450. For scale, Los Angeles, CA to Scottsdale, AZ is a similar 434-mile move at $350–$475.
| Transport Type | Vehicle | Typical Price | Good For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $350–$500 | Lowest cost, most common |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $390–$560 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $390–$560 | Bigger cars, same open trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $510–$725 | High-value or low cars |
Prices shown are for a typical sedan; your quote depends on pickup and drop-off points, condition and season.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Tampa. The nearest major airport, Tampa International Airport, is a common landmark for meeting a driver. Gulf Coast snowbird and port city on I-4/I-275 with hurricane-season exposure. Tampa is a seasonal-resident destination, so fall and spring bring surges of traffic.
Delivery in Augusta. Augusta has a sizeable service-member population, so permanent-change-of-station season matters. Home to Fort Eisenhower and a steady flow of military and retiree relocations along I-20. Trucks serving Augusta lean on I-20.
The Route and Corridor
The direct line between the two cities crosses Florida and Georgia. In Florida, I-95, I-75 and the tolled Florida's Turnpike carry most traffic. In Georgia, I-75, I-85 and I-20 converge on Atlanta, where traffic is heavy. Metros near that straight-line path include Jacksonville (FL), although the actual interstate routing may bend around them.
Timing and Seasonality
Spring brings a rush of northbound cars from Tampa, so lock in dates early between March and May. Augusta has a large military community, so summer permanent-change-of-station season (about May to August) tightens carrier space. Hurricane season (June to November) can pause or reroute trucks along the coast. For a 456-mile trip, request quotes about two weeks before pickup. Across Florida expect afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane season from June to November; across Georgia, hot summers and the occasional ice event around Atlanta.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Keep the tank low. About a quarter tank is plenty for the trip to Augusta.
- Ask for a call-ahead. Request a heads-up about a day before the truck reaches Augusta.
- Vet the carrier. Check the MC number on safer.fmcsa.dot.gov and get insurance terms in writing before paying a deposit.