Seasonal boat shipping between Gulf Coast and Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. Professional handling with full insurance and competitive rates.
Spring brings a surge of boats moving from the Gulf Coast to Mid-Atlantic and Northeast waters. As temperatures warm and fishing seasons open, boat owners transport their vessels north for summer cruising, fishing, and seasonal berths in prestigious marinas from Virginia to New England.
Many boaters keep vessels on the Gulf Coast for winter access to warm-water fishing and comfortable cruising. Spring transport brings boats to Mid-Atlantic waters in time for the kickoff of the northern boating season, including spring rockfish runs, summer cruising, and tournament fishing.
Nationwide Boat Shipping specializes in seasonal routes with experienced drivers and optimized logistics. Call (877) 278-3135 to book your spring transport.
Popular routes and estimated costs for spring season:
Gulf Coast to Virginia
Mobile to Norfolk: ~900 miles | $1,350 - $2,250
New Orleans to Virginia Beach: ~1,100 miles | $1,650 - $2,750
Gulf Coast to Maryland
Biloxi to Baltimore: ~1,050 miles | $1,600 - $2,600
Galveston to Annapolis: ~1,500 miles | $2,250 - $3,750
Gulf Coast to Delaware
Pensacola to Rehoboth Beach: ~1,000 miles | $1,500 - $2,500
Corpus Christi to Lewes: ~1,650 miles | $2,500 - $4,100
Gulf Coast to New Jersey
Mobile to Cape May: ~1,150 miles | $1,700 - $2,900
New Orleans to Atlantic City: ~1,250 miles | $1,900 - $3,100
*Spring seasonal rates. Book early for best availability. Actual costs vary based on boat size, weight, and specific locations.
Our spring season service handles all vessel types on this route:
Offshore fishing boats and tournament vessels heading north for Mid-Atlantic billfish and tuna seasons receive specialized transport with attention to towers, outriggers, and electronics.
Motor yachts and trawlers moving to Chesapeake Bay, Delaware Bay, and northern marinas get expert handling and coordination with destination facilities.
Popular center console boats transport north for summer bay fishing, offshore adventures, and family cruising in Mid-Atlantic waters.
Sailing vessels heading to northern cruising grounds receive mast and rigging coordination at delivery marinas.
We handle hundreds of seasonal transports annually, understanding the timing and logistics unique to each route and season.
Every boat is covered by comprehensive insurance from pickup to delivery, providing complete peace of mind during seasonal moves.