How long does Miami to Puerto Rico car shipping take?

7–10 days total. Miami pickup happens within 1–3 days of booking, trucking to Jacksonville takes about a day, and the sailing to San Juan takes 3–4 days with multiple weekly departures.

Where does my car depart from?

Vehicles from Miami sail out of the Port of Jacksonville (JAXPORT), the main mainland gateway to San Juan. With door-to-port service, your flat rate includes trucking from your Miami door to the port — or save by dropping the car at the port yourself.

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Miami to Puerto Rico Car Shipping — Estimates From $895

Door-to-port or port-to-door in 7–10 days, both directions. Pickup anywhere in Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach — we truck your car to the Jacksonville port and sail it to San Juan.

Est. $895–$1,195 flat rate, ocean freight included
Miami pickup within 1–3 days of booking
Deposit at booking secures your sailing · insurance included
Local Miami office: (305) 884-2253

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Quick answer: Shipping a car from Miami to Puerto Rico is estimated at $895–$1,195 and takes 7–10 days. With door-to-port service your car is picked up at your Miami address, trucked to JAXPORT, and sails to San Juan; you collect it at the port. Same price range returning from Puerto Rico to Miami.

Miami ↔ Puerto Rico Quote

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Book online 24/7: fill out the free quote form and you'll have the option to book your order online at the end of the quote. As soon as your order comes in, our dispatcher starts working on the next available spot for your car.

Prefer to talk? Call or Text (800) 320-1050 Miami local: (305) 884-2253 · Bilingual agents · Quote look high? Book anyway — we'll work to find a better rate.

Route Details

Miami ↔ Puerto Rico: Prices & Transit Times

Vehicle	Miami → San Juan (Est.*)	San Juan → Miami	Total Transit
Sedan / compact	$895–$1,095	$895–$1,095	7–10 days
SUV / crossover	$995–$1,195	$995–$1,195	7–10 days
Pickup / van	$1,095–$1,395	$1,095–$1,395	7–10 days
Auction / dealer units	Volume rate sheet — ask for a dealer rep		7–12 days

*Estimated rates — not guaranteed. Rates fluctuate with the season, fuel prices, route demand, and your vehicle's specifics. For your exact rate, call or text (800) 320-1050 or fill out the free quote form.

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Pickup Coverage

All of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach: Miami, Hialeah, Kendall, Doral, Homestead, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, West Palm Beach. Home, office, or auction lot.

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Port & Sailing

Vehicles sail from JAXPORT (Jacksonville) to the Port of San Juan — 3–4 days at sea, multiple departures weekly. Schedules at PuertoRicoShip.com.

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Arriving in PR

Budget for Puerto Rico's excise tax (arbitrios), paid to Hacienda before port release. Our bilingual agents estimate it for you before you book.

FAQ

Miami–Puerto Rico Shipping Questions

How much does it cost to ship a car from Miami to Puerto Rico?

$895–$1,195 for a standard sedan, all-inclusive (pickup, trucking to Jacksonville, ocean freight, port handling). Same range in reverse.

How fast can you pick up in Miami?

Usually within 1–3 days of booking — often same-day for auction and dealer pickups. We're headquartered in Miami at 1800 NW 135 Ave.

Do I drive my car to the port?

Not unless you want to — with door-to-port service we pick up at your address and truck the car to JAXPORT. Port drop-off is available if you prefer a lower rate.

Can you ship my car from Puerto Rico back to Miami?

Yes, daily. San Juan port intake, sailing to Jacksonville, and delivery to your Miami door.