Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Osaka to Miami, Florida

Shipping a car from Japan to the USA typically takes 8 to 10 weeks in total, but the actual sea voyage is shorter (2.5 weeks to West Coast, longer to East Coast), with the overall timeline including prep, waiting for vessels, paperwork, customs, and delivery. Expect delays from weather, vessel availability, and customs, making 2-3 months a realistic timeframe from purchase to arrival.

Shipping from Japan to the US varies wildly, from around $20-$30 for small items (under 1kg) via Japan Post (EMS/Airmail) to $60+ for heavier or faster options, depending on weight, size, speed (days vs. months), and carrier ( Japan Post, DHL, FedEx ), with costs increasing significantly for larger/heavier packages (e.g., 2kg+), with Japan Post generally cheaper but slower than private couriers like DHL/FedEx.

Budget: The shorter the distance, the more cost-effective it is to drive instead of ship your car. Regardless of the total distance, look at your total moving budget and how much you can afford to spend on car shipping services compared to a cross-country drive.