Houston, TX to Miami, FL
1187-mile freight corridor via I-10 E to Mobile, then I-65 S to I-10 E, across the Florida Panhandle, south on I-75 or Florida Turnpike. 2-3 days transit. Moderate difficulty.
Distance
1187 mi
Transit Time
2-3 days
Difficulty
Toll Cost
$15-35
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Van | $1.95 | $2,314.65 |
| Reefer | $2.45 | $2,908.15 |
| Flatbed | $2.65 | $3,145.55 |
Rates are approximate averages and vary by season, demand, and broker. Always verify current spot rates on DAT or Truckstop.
Route Details
Recommended Route
I-10 E to Mobile, then I-65 S to I-10 E, across the Florida Panhandle, south on I-75 or Florida Turnpike
Fuel Stops
6 recommended
Tolls
$15-35
Common Freight Types
Backhaul Information
Good Backhaul Availability
Average backhaul rate: $2.15/mi
Common return cargo: Tropical produce, seafood, imported goods from Port Miami, cruise ship supplies
Key Stops Along the Route
Houston, TX
Origin
Beaumont, TX
Lake Charles, LA
Baton Rouge, LA
Mobile, AL
Pensacola, FL
Tallahassee, FL
Tampa, FL
Miami, FL
Destination
Seasonal Trends
Year-round petrochemical freight from Houston. Florida produce backhaul peaks January-April. Hurricane season June-November can disrupt the entire Gulf Coast corridor. Snowbird migration October-March increases household goods demand to Florida.
Trucker Tips for This Lane
This is a long haul across the Gulf Coast. The I-10 Atchafalaya Basin bridge in Louisiana has no shoulders for 18 miles -- stay alert.
Mobile Bay and Pensacola Bay bridges are exposed to crosswinds. Check advisories during storm season.
Florida tolls add up fast. Get a SunPass before entering the state.
Miami backhaul during produce season (January-April) from Homestead area can pay more than the headhaul.
Fuel in Mississippi and Alabama is cheapest along this corridor. Avoid topping off in Florida.