Atlanta, GA to Miami, FL
662-mile freight corridor via I-75 S to Florida Turnpike to I-95 S into Miami. 1-2 days transit. Easy difficulty.
Distance
662 mi
Transit Time
1-2 days
Difficulty
Toll Cost
$15-30
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.00 | $1,324 |
| Reefer | $2.55 | $1,688.1 |
| Flatbed | $2.70 | $1,787.4 |
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-75 S to Florida Turnpike to I-95 S into Miami
Fuel Stops
3 recommended
Tolls
$15-30
Common Freight Types
Backhaul Information
Good Backhaul Availability
Average backhaul rate: $2.35/mi
Common return cargo: Tropical produce, seafood, imported goods from Port Miami
Key Stops Along the Route
Atlanta, GA
Origin
Macon, GA
Valdosta, GA
Lake City, FL
Orlando, FL
West Palm Beach, FL
Miami, FL
Destination
Seasonal Trends
Northbound produce (tomatoes, strawberries, citrus) peaks January-April, making backhaul rates excellent. Hurricane season June-November can disrupt lanes and spike emergency freight rates. Snowbird season October-March increases household goods demand southbound.
Trucker Tips for This Lane
Get a SunPass -- toll-by-plate charges are 25% higher and the invoices chase you for months.
The northbound backhaul from Miami/Homestead during produce season can pay better than the headhaul. Check DAT for reefer loads.
Weigh station on I-75 near Tifton, GA is aggressive. Make sure your paperwork is tight.
Park at the Pilot in Wildwood, FL or TA in Lake City for safe overnight stops. Miami truck parking is scarce and expensive.
Deliver early in Miami -- afternoon thunderstorms from May-September are daily and violent. Loading docks flood fast.