Hawaii Car Shipping to Honolulu, Maui, Kauai & Big Island

Hawaii car shipping costs range from $1,500-$2,000 for RoRo (Roll-On/Roll-Off) shipping and $2,500-$4,000 for container shipping. Prices depend on departure port (West Coast ports are cheaper), destination island (Oahu/Honolulu is most affordable, outer islands cost more), vehicle size, and time of year. RoRo is the most popular and cost-effective method. Request a free quote for exact pricing based on your specific route.

Total Hawaii car shipping time is typically 10-20 days from your mainland pickup to Hawaii port arrival. This includes: 3-5 days for mainland pickup/delivery to port, 7-10 days ocean transit to Honolulu (Oahu), or 8-14 days to outer islands (Maui, Kauai, Big Island). Sailings depart weekly from major West Coast ports. Schedule varies by port and destination island, so book early during peak season (summer months).

For RoRo shipping, you cannot pack personal belongings in your vehicle (safety regulations prohibit it). However, with container shipping, you CAN pack personal items and household goods inside your vehicle or in the container alongside it. Container shipping is ideal if you're relocating to Hawaii and need to ship belongings. Items must be properly secured and cannot include hazardous materials or prohibited items.

Major departure ports for shipping cars to Hawaii include: Los Angeles and Long Beach, CA (cheapest, most frequent sailings), Oakland, CA (Northern California), Seattle, WA (Pacific Northwest), and San Diego, CA (limited service). Los Angeles/Long Beach offers the best rates and most departure options due to high shipping volume. We arrange door-to-port transport from anywhere in the U.S. to your chosen departure port.

Mainland pickup: You or an authorized representative must be present to release the vehicle and sign paperwork. Hawaii port pickup: You must personally pick up your vehicle at the Hawaii port terminal with valid government-issued ID, proof of Hawaii auto insurance, and vehicle registration. You cannot authorize someone else to pick up unless they have notarized power of attorney. Port fees ($50-150) are paid directly at the terminal upon pickup.

Yes! We ship motorcycles ($800-$1,200), boats (pricing varies by size), RVs and motorhomes ($2,500+), ATVs, and commercial vehicles to Hawaii. Motorcycles and smaller items typically ship via container. Larger vehicles like RVs use RoRo shipping. Boats can be shipped via cargo vessel or specialized marine transport. All vehicles must meet Hawaii's safety and emissions requirements. Contact us for specialized shipping quotes.

Required documents for Hawaii auto transport: (1) Valid government-issued photo ID, (2) Original vehicle title or registration, (3) Proof of ownership, (4) Keys to the vehicle, (5) For Hawaii pickup: Proof of Hawaii auto insurance and vehicle registration. Military personnel may need PCS orders. If the vehicle is financed, you may need a letter from your lien holder. We'll provide a complete checklist during booking.