New York to Miami Freight Rates & Lane Guide (2024)

New York, New York → Miami, Florida · 1,280 miles

Last verified: March 31, 2026 Source: DAT Freight & Analytics

Current Rate Benchmarks

FTL Dry Van
$2.60
Range: $2.10–$3.30/mile
Before fuel surcharge (~22% FSC)
LTL (Class 70)
$28.00
Range: $NaN–$NaN/cwt
Before fuel surcharge
FTL Transit Time
2–3 days
1,280 mile corridor
Standard single-driver service
Fuel Surcharge
22%
Applied to linehaul rate
Source: EIA weekly diesel avg

Lane Profile

RouteNew York, New York → Miami, Florida
Distance1,280 miles
Lane Typelong haul
Lane Direction⚖️ Balanced (strong bi-directional demand)
Peak SeasonQ4 holiday/snowbird season, Q1 produce
Active Carriers~530 carriers serving this lane

Market Context & Analysis

New York to Miami is the East Coast's premier long-haul corridor connecting the nation's two largest financial metros. Consumer goods, retail merchandise, and seasonal produce dominate. Strong demand in both directions makes this a well-balanced lane despite the distance. I-95 is heavily congested throughout.

Shipper Tips for This Lane

I-95 is consistently congested from NY through DC, Baltimore, and Jacksonville. Plan 2-3 day transit minimum. Miami's large Cuban-American business community creates unique import/export opportunities. Snowbird season (Nov-April) drives additional consumer goods demand southbound.

How to Calculate Total FTL Cost

The all-in FTL cost for this lane is calculated as:

All-in cost estimate: 1,280 miles × $2.60/mile = $3,328 base + fuel surcharge (~22%) = ~$34,019 all-in

This estimate excludes accessorial charges (liftgate, inside delivery, residential surcharges, detention, and driver layover). Use our landed cost calculator for a comprehensive total cost of ownership.

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