Hawaii Car Shipping Services
Safely ship your vehicle to or from Hawaii with Montway, the nation’s top-rated auto transport service provider.
Rated the best car shipping company to Hawaii
Montway has been in business since 2007 and is committed to delivering a 5-star experience to every customer. You can expect a helpful team at your service 365-days a year, answering all of your questions regarding your Hawaii car shipment and keeping you informed during the entire process.
Based on customer feedback, our approach has made us the best Hawaii car shipping company in the market! We have earned nearly 100,000 online customer reviews from 21 of the top platforms, including Google. Overall, we average a 4.7/5-star rating and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau (BBB). At Montway, we offer affordable service without compromising quality.
We invite you to browse all of our customer reviews to learn what makes Montway’s Hawaii car shipping services stand out from the rest.
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Shipping a car TO Hawaii
Shipping a car to the islands of Hawaii is more convenient than you might think. In fact, Montway can arrange vehicle pickup from cities across the country and delivery to Kauai, O’ahu, Maui or the Big Island of Hawaii. We offer door-to-port and port-to-port services from the mainland to Hawaii.
Depending on your exact pickup location and destination in the islands, shipping a car to Hawaii may typically take anywhere from 14 to 42 days. Some of the most popular cities that customers ship cars from are Las Vegas, CA; New York City, NY; Chicago, IL; Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Dallas, TX; and Boston, MA.
Shipping a car FROM Hawaii
Looking for a reliable way to move a car from Hawaii to the mainland? Montway can help! With over 15 years of experience and an expansive car carrier network, we can arrange vehicle pickup from Kauai, O’ahu, Maui of the Big Island of Hawaii to locations across the U.S. We offer both port-to-port and port-to-door shipping services to accommodate your needs and budget.
With our Hawaii car shipping expertise, you’ll enjoy peace of mind knowing that your vehicle is in good hands throughout the entire process. We can arrange safe and efficient transport for cars, SUVs, classic or collector vehicles, EVs, motorcycles, powersport and more.
What customers say about shipping a car from Hawaii to mainland (or vice versa) with Montway:
We used Montway to transport my car from Illinois to Hawaii! They kept in touch throughout the process & my car was here in no time! Will definitely be using them for future moves.
Montway shipped my car from SoCal to Hawaii, excellent service. They picked up at my house and arrived a week early. Car was in perfect condition, pickup at the pier was very smooth.
We had a positive experience transporting my daughter’s car from Honolulu to Massachusetts. Montway agents were very helpful. I would recommend Montway.
I sent my car from Texas to Hawaii only took 2 weeks, communication and customer support was very reliable.
Montway was great to work with! Transported my car overseas to Hawaii with no issues, plus I even got it sooner than expected!
Montway guided me through every step of getting my car from Florida to Hawaii. I met the driver at a nearby truck stop and watched my car get expertly loaded onto the transport truck. EASY AS COULD BE.
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How much does it cost to ship a car to Hawaii?
Shipping a car to Hawaii costs around $1,500-$2,100. The cost to transport a car Westbound (to Hawaii) is higher than car shipping
Eastbound (from Hawaii). If vehicles are larger than 21’ 8” (length), 7’ (width), or 6’3” (height) — your cost to move the vehicle will be higher.
What’s involved in the cost of shipping a car from or to Hawaii?
Shipping a car to Hawaii (or shipping a car from Hawaii to the mainland) is less complicated than most people imagine. The key is to find an auto transport company with a lot of experience shipping cars to and from the Hawaiian islands — like us here at Montway.
Whether you’ve found your way to this page because you’re curious about the cost to ship a car to Hawaii, you just received your PCS orders, or your family is relocating and you’re ready to book, know that you can depend on Montway for an honest, no-nonsense quote and safe and reliable shipping to the islands or to the mainland.
How much is it to ship a car to Hawaii? Just use our awesome rate calculator to get an instant quote! Or, you can also give us a call (224-300-5434) or contact us on Live Chat!
Calculate your Hawaii car shipping costs
There are many factors that go into calculating a car shipping cost. Enter basic details about your vehicle, pickup and drop-off locations and transit date for the most accurate estimate.
We ship to/from Hawaii from/to all 50 U.S. states!
Serviced ports in Hawaii:
We ship FROM & TO all states
Serviced ports in Hawaii
We ship to Kauai, O’ahu, Mainland the Big Island of Hawaii
Nawiliwili Harbor
Lihue,HI
96766
Monday – Friday (Except Wed):
7:00am – 11:30am
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Wednesday: 7:00am – 11:30am
Weekends: CLOSED
1411 Sand Island Pkwy
Honolulu,HI
96819
Monday – Friday:
6:00am – 3:45pm
7:00am – 11:45am
Saturday: CLOSED
105 Ala Luina Street
Kahului,HI
96732
Monday – Friday:
7:00am – 11:30am
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Weekends: CLOSED
Hilo Harbor
55 Kahanu Street
Hilo,HI
96720
Monday – Friday:
8:00am – 3:00pm
Weekends: CLOSED
Kaunakakai Harbor
295 Kaunakakai Pl
Kaunakakai, HI
96748
Monday: 7:30AM-2:30PM
Tuesday: 7:30–11:30AM
Wednesday: 1:00–4:30PM
Thursday: 7:30AM–2:30PM
Friday-Sunday: CLOSED
Kaumalapau Harbor
Hbr, Kaumalapau Hwy
Lanai City, HI
96763
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 7:30-11:30am
Wednesday: 7:30AM-12:30PM
Thursday: 7:30-11:30AM
Friday-Sunday: CLOSED
Popular Hawaii auto transport routes
To better understand what your Hawaii car shipping transit time and cost could be, we’ve created a chart highlighting a few of the most common routes to and from Hawaii. Keep in mind that these are general estimates based on annual data. For the most accurate cost of Hawaii car shipping near you, Montway will need your exact vehicle type and location details.
Top 5 routes for car shipping TO Hawaii
| Shipping To | Shipping From | Average Distance | Transit Estimate | Price Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | Oakland, CA | 2,401 miles | 14-21 days | $1,599 |
| Honolulu | Seattle, WA | 2,678 miles | 14-21 days | $1,989 |
| Honolulu | Long Beach, CA | 2,558 miles | 14-21 days | $1,599 |
| Nawiliwili | Los Angeles, CA | 2,622 miles | 14-21 days | $2,349 |
| Kahului | San Diego, CA | 2,540 miles | 14-21 days | $2,349 |
Top 5 routes for car shipping FROM Hawaii
| Shipping From | Shipping To | Average Distance | Transit Estimate | Price Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | Oakland, CA | 2,401 miles | 21-28 days | $1,029 |
| Honolulu | Seattle, WA | 2,678 miles | 21-28 days | $1,949 |
| Lanai | Los Angeles, CA | 2,523 miles | 21-42 days | $1,899 |
| Honolulu | Long Beach, CA | 2,558 miles | 21-28 days | $1,029 |
| Hilo | San Diego, CA | 2,498 miles | 21-42 days | $1,899 |
Honolulu (O’ahu)
and surrounding areas
96706, 96797, 96818, 96789, 96744, 96734, 96816, 96819, 96817, 96792, 96707, 96822, 96786, 96701, 96782, 96825, 96826, 96815, 96813, 96814, 96835, 96821, 96842, 96795, 96762, 96712, 96791, 96717, 96731, 96863, 96857, 96759, 96860, 96730, 96853, 96859, 96827, 96820, 96858, 96861, 96709, 96802, 96801, 96804, 96803, 96806, 96805, 96808, 96807, 96810, 96809, 96812, 96811, 96824, 96823, 96828, 96830, 96837, 96836, 96839, 96838, 96841, 96840, 96843, 96846, 96844, 96848, 96847, 96850, 96849, 96854, 96898
Maui (Kahului)
and surrounding areas
96793, 96753, 96732, 96761, 96768, 96790, 96708, 96748, 96763, 96779, 96770, 96729, 96713, 96757, 96733, 96767, 96784, 96788
Kauai (Nawiliwili)
and surrounding areas
96746, 96766, 96741, 96756, 96754, 96796, 96752, 96722, 96705, 96716, 96703, 96714, 96747, 96769, 96751, 96715, 96765
Island of Molokai (Kaunakakai)
and surrounding areas
96729, 96742, 96748, 96757, 96770
Big Island (Hilo)
and surrounding areas
96720, 96721
Island of Lanai (Lanai City)
and surrounding areas
96763
Hawaii car shipping to or from any U.S. state
Looking to ship your car to another state or across the country? Montway ships to all 50 states. Select a state to learn more about local auto transport services.
- Nebraska Car Shipping
- Nevada Car Shipping
- New Hampshire Car Shipping
- New Jersey Car Shipping
- New Mexico Car Shipping
- New York Car Shipping
- North Carolina Shipping
- North Dakota Car Shipping
- Ohio Car Shipping
- Oklahoma Car Shipping
- Oregon Car Shipping
- Pennsylvania Car Shipping
- Rhode Island Car Shipping
What are options for Hawaii auto transport near me?
While port-to-port service is a reliable option, many of our customers choose door-to-port/port-to-door service for the added convenience. With a network of carriers nationwide, Montway can easily arrange transportation from your home or office to the most convenient mainland port—or from a port in Hawaii to your mainland destination.
Once your vehicle is loaded on the ship, it will be stored underneath the deck and be well protected while at sea.
To transport your vehicle to or from a port, you have two options: open or enclosed car shipping.
OPEN car shipping
Open transport is a very popular choice as vehicles are quickly loaded and unloaded, making this method both convenient and cost-effective. While on an open trailer, your vehicle will be exposed to weather and road conditions which could lead to some accumulation of dirt during its journey. But rest assured, this is tried-and-true transportation, trusted by many car owners.
Learn more about open car shipping.
Pros
- More affordable than shipping in an enclosed trailer
- Higher availability, making it easier to book your preferred date
- More fuel efficient than enclosed transportation
Cons
- Vehicles are exposed to the elements during transit
- Trailers often cannot accommodate vehicles with low ground clearance
- Less security and protection from vandalism
ENCLOSED car shipping
Enclosed transport offers your vehicle added protection from unpredictable weather and potential road hazards. This makes it the perfect choice when you’re shipping a classic, luxury or exotic car to or from Hawaii. Other vehicles with low ground clearance, such as sports cars and powersports, may also need enclosed transport as a hydraulic lift gate or ramp may be required for loading and unloading.
Learn more about enclosed car shipping.
Pros
- Vehicles are more protected from the elements and vandalism
- Often equipped with ramps to load vehicles with lower ground clearance
- Accommodates multiple vehicle types, including motorcycles
Cons
- Less affordable than shipping a vehicle on an open trailer
- Lower availability can make scheduling pickup and dropoff more difficult
- Enclosed carriers move fewer cars at once, which may drive up the cost
Montway offers top-notch Hawaii auto transport services
Cost to ship a car to/from Hawaii
The cost to ship a car to Hawaii is calculated somewhat differently than the cost to ship a car across the country, you’ll probably need ground transport in addition to sea transport. But here’s the good news! When you work with an auto transport management company like Montway, the process of scheduling your shipment will be quick and easy.
Ship a car to/from California to Hawaii
Shipping your vehicle to Hawaii from California and vice versa is less complicated than you may think. The key is selecting an auto transport provider with experience arranging door-to-port, port-to-door and port-to-port auto transport. Montway can safely get your vehicle to or from Hawaii, while delivering peace of mind.
Ship a car to/from LA to Hawaii
If you’re thinking about shipping a car from Los Angeles to Hawaii or vice versa, Montway’s got you covered. Shipping a car to/from Los Angeles to Hawaii is very common given the proximity of the two destinations. You’ll want to consider all the factors when deciding the cheapest way to ship a car to Hawaii.
Ship a car to/from Seattle to Hawaii
When shipping a car from Hawaii to Seattle, you’ll have to pick your car up from the port, which isn’t the case when you’re shipping a car to Hawaii from Seattle. The key is to find a vehicle transport company with years of experience shipping to and from the Hawaiian islands, like Montway!
5 things to consider when transporting a car to or from Hawaii
- Hawaii does not have a statewide Department of Motor Vehicles, so if you’re shipping a vehicle to the islands you’ll have to register it in your county.
- Good news: there are no toll roads in Hawaii. However, if your vehicle is leaving the U.S. mainland, be sure to remove any toll transponders before transport to avoid incurring potential fees during transit.
- If you and your vehicle are new residents of Hawaii or are planning a long visit, keep this guide handy to see upcoming news and events.
- Before bringing a member of your furry family to Hawaii, we recommend that you research the quarantine procedures and laws relating to shipping a pet.
- If you’re traveling from Hawaii to the U.S. mainland, here is some information regarding transporting your pets.
Helpful links for Hawaii car transport
Hawaii car shipping FAQs
How do I pay?
All shipments (whether you’re shipping a car to Hawaii or shipping a car from Hawaii to the mainland) must be done by either PayPal or 100% on a credit card.
How do I get updates for my shipment?
You can get information about the status of your vehicle over the phone or by using our LiveChat system.
Can I ship personal items in my vehicle?
You may not leave any personal items in your vehicle during its journey. This is for liability reasons, and please note that the port will conduct a thorough inspection of your car or truck before it ships and remove any personal items before it is loaded. If there are personal items that can’t be removed, your vehicle will be rejected at the port. The only items that may remain in your vehicle are a spare tire, jack, jumper cables, and installed child safety seats.
What paperwork is needed to ship a car to Hawaii or to ship a car from Hawaii?
- When a vehicle is shipped TO Hawaii from the mainland, no extra paperwork is required.
- However, when a vehicle is shipped FROM Hawaii to the mainland, owners must provide the following paperwork:
a. If the vehicle is financed or a lease, the drop-off party must have a letter from the lien holder releasing the vehicle for transportation to the mainland on official letterhead and this must be notarized. Note: All notarized letters will only be valid for up to 30 days from the issue stamp date.
b. For cars and trucks that are owned outright, a copy of the title and current registration must be with the vehicle for it to ship.
c. The owner listed on the title of the vehicle must be the shipper, and they will be required to show a photo ID and proof of ownership.
d. If there are two owners listed on the title of the vehicle, both of the vehicle owners must be present with a photo ID or notarized consent from the owner who is not present.
Will my car be exposed to the elements?
While the ports are not covered, your vehicle will be underneath the deck of a ship for the duration of its journey. It will be well protected en route.
What will I need to pick up my vehicle from the port in Hawaii?
All you’ll need to pick up your car or truck is the Matson booking number, which will be provided by a Montway representative post-booking, once scheduled with the port.
When I ship a car to Hawaii or ship a car from Hawaii, is service door-to-door?
When you are shipping a car from Hawaii to mainland, you have the following two options:
- Here at Montway we offer Port-to-Door service. You simply drop your vehicle off at the port, and we will bring your vehicle to your location on the mainland. Let us deal with the hassle, all you need to do is be sure someone is at the delivery location on the mainland to receive your vehicle.
- Or, you can pick up your vehicle at the port. Depending on where you live, you may have the option to pick up the vehicle from one of our mainland ports. We could even possibly save you some money!
What’s the cost to ship a car to Hawaii?
The cost of shipping a car to Hawaii will depend on a variety of factors, from the make and model of your car or truck to the ports of departure and entry. The best way to find out how much it is to ship a car to Hawaii (or how much to ship a car from Hawaii to the mainland) is to use our online calculator or simply contact us for a free auto transport quote.
What’s the cost to ship a car from Hawaii?
The cost to ship a car from Hawaii to the mainland will be relatively the same as shipping a car to Hawaii if the distance, transport type and booking timing are relatively the same.
What is the best port to ship a car to Hawaii?
The best port to ship a car to or from Hawaii really depends on your location. The most popular Hawaii car shipping route is between Los Angeles and Honolulu. Both of these locations have large ports with frequent departures and arrivals. Local car owners may opt to drive their vehicles to these main ports while those located across the country usually rely on the auto transport company to handle the entire process, which includes picking up and delivering their vehicle to and from the port.
Can I buy a car in another state and ship it to Hawaii?
Yes, you can buy a car in any mainland state and ship it to Hawaii. If you are purchasing a vehicle from a dealer, they will likely help you with the required paperwork and shipping process. When buying from a private seller, you’ll still need to follow the regulations for shipping a vehicle to Hawaii and may want to leverage the expertise of a professional auto transport company.
