In-state
Key West ↔ Miami, FL
≈ 129 mi straight-line
A 129-mile in-state move northeast to Miami. Carriers often pair it with other loads on the same corridor. Miami sits near the Atlantic coast.
Shipping in Key West
What to know about moving a car in Key West.
Key West is the main town of the Key West–Key Largo micropolitan area in Monroe County. About 25,100 people live here, according to the Census Bureau's 2023 estimate.
Key West is not on an interstate. The closest is I-75, about 110 miles away in a straight line, and US-1 is the main highway through town. Because of that, pickups here usually take a little more planning than in cities on a main truck route. Being close to Naval Air Station Key West means a steady flow of PCS moves in and out of town. Seasonal residents spend the winter in Key West, so the busiest shipping months are fall arrivals and spring departures.
Key West is in the Florida Keys, reached only by US-1 and the Overseas Highway bridges. That puts it inside the Atlantic hurricane season, June 1 through November 30, when storms can push pickup dates back.
Jacksonville, the largest city in Florida, is about 399 miles north in a straight line. The nearest other places with guides on this site are Naples (110 mi), Coral Gables (122 mi), and Bonita Springs (124 mi).
Routes
Common routes to and from Key West.
Straight-line distances are shown for comparison. Road miles and timing come with your quote, and every route works in both directions.
Snowbird
Key West ↔ Chicago, IL
≈ 1,241 mi straight-line
A classic snowbird pairing: 1,241 miles between the two, with demand peaking in fall and again in spring. Chicago gets real winters, so leave slack in December through February.
Snowbird
Key West ↔ Detroit, MI
≈ 1,233 mi straight-line
A classic snowbird pairing: 1,233 miles between the two, with demand peaking in fall and again in spring. Detroit gets real winters, so leave slack in December through February.
Military PCS
Key West ↔ Virginia Beach, VA
≈ 910 mi straight-line
A large military community about 910 miles north, and a common PCS pairing. Virginia Beach sits near the Atlantic coast.
Military PCS
Key West ↔ Clarksville, TN
≈ 893 mi straight-line
A large military community about 893 miles north, and a common PCS pairing.
Cross-country
Key West ↔ Los Angeles, CA
≈ 2,289 mi straight-line
Coast to coast, about 2,289 miles northwest. Ask for a timing window when you request the quote. Los Angeles sits near the Pacific coast.
Pickup & delivery
Local considerations for Key West.
Base access
Civilian carriers usually can't drive onto Naval Air Station Key West. Plan to meet off-base in Key West, and line up dates with your report or departure date if you're on PCS orders.
Hurricane season
From June 1 through November 30, a storm along the Florida Keys coast can push pickups and deliveries back. Keep your dates a little flexible, and we'll reschedule as soon as roads reopen.
Smaller-town scheduling
Fewer carriers pass through Key West each week than through Miami, about 129 miles away, so a flexible one-to-three-day pickup window usually gets you on a truck sooner.
Seasonal demand
Southbound demand into Key West builds in October and November, and northbound demand peaks from March through May. Booking a few weeks ahead in those windows helps.
Off the interstate
With I-75 about 110 miles away, some carriers will ask to meet closer to the highway or along US-1. Door-to-door pickup is still the default whenever the truck can reach you.
Nearby
More pages near Key West.
Shipping from a neighboring city or town? These pages cover their roads, routes and local details. You can also browse every city we cover in Florida.
Naples, FL110 mi
Coral Gables, FL122 mi
Bonita Springs, FL124 mi
Estero, FL129 mi
Miami, FL129 mi
Hialeah, FL129 mi
Miami Beach, FL133 mi
Pembroke Pines, FL134 mi
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FAQ
Car shipping questions about Key West.
Do you offer door-to-door car shipping in Key West, FL?
Yes. Carriers come to Key West by appointment. Since fewer trucks pass through each week, a flexible pickup window helps, and we can meet you at a convenient lot if your road is hard to reach.
How far ahead should I book car shipping in Key West?
Booking a week or two ahead usually gives you the most options. In Key West, October–December and March–May are the busiest months because of seasonal residents; summer is peak PCS season around NAS Key West; a little extra lead time helps because fewer carriers pass through.
Can you ship a car from Key West to Miami, FL?
Yes. Key West to Miami is about 129 miles in a straight line, and the road distance is longer. We'll quote the route both ways and give you a timing window before you book.
Can a carrier pick up at Naval Air Station Key West?
Usually not on the installation itself. Civilian carriers generally can't get on base, so pickup is set at an address or public lot off-base in Key West. Have your orders handy if your dates depend on a report date.
Do snowbirds ship cars to Key West?
Yes. Seasonal residents often ship a car to Key West in the fall and back north in the spring. Book a few weeks ahead for October–November and March–May.
What happens if a hurricane is forecast near my pickup date?
Carriers won't drive into an active storm. If a hurricane threatens the area, we'll move your pickup or delivery to the first safe day and keep you posted.
Should I choose open or enclosed transport in Key West?
Open transport works well for most everyday cars and is the more affordable option. Enclosed transport protects luxury, classic or freshly detailed vehicles from salt air near the coast along the way.
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