If you need to ship a car to Hawaii, you’ve come to the right place. In this blog post, we’ll answer all your questions about shipping cars to Hawaii, a practical way to navigate the Hawaiian Islands. We’ll cover every step of the process, so whether you’re relocating to Hawaii permanently, are active military assigned to a Hawaiian base, or taking an extended vacation, continue reading for all the information you need to know.
First, determine how you want to ship your vehicle – by sea or air. The process of shipping a vehicle to Hawaii isn’t as complicated as it may seem. You can choose to ship your car by sea or by air. Here at Ship A Car Hawaii, we offer shipping via large freights (by sea) which is the more affordable option than shipping by air.
Second, contact a reputable vehicle shipping company such as Ship A Car Hawaii. Veteran-owned and operated with over 15 years of experience, our team are experts and will treat your vehicle with the respect and care it deserves, providing you the very best in customer service at every phase of the vehicle shipment process. We’ll help you determine which shipping options are right for you! For your convenience, you can book your shipment securely online anytime. If you would prefer to set your shipment up with a shipping coordinator, please call (866) 795-9493.
Next, you’ll be asked to make a payment. The cost of shipping a car to Hawaii depends on a couple of factors, including the size and weight of your car and the distance it needs to travel. We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover, electronic transfers, money orders, and company checks. Payment must be made in full prior to the date of your shipment. Don’t forget to inquire about active duty, veteran, first responder, and student discounts.
Now it’s time to get your vehicle ready for shipment. Reference our blog article “Tips to Prepare Your Vehicle for a Shipment to Hawaii” or the shipping checklist page for a comprehensive list of to-dos.
Once you’ve booked, paid for, and prepared your vehicle shipment, you’ll need to get your vehicle to the port. If you arrange for a pickup, your vehicle will be put on a truck and transported to one of our West Coast ports. OR if you live near the port or are willing to make the trek, you can drive your vehicle to the port and we’ll handle the rest. Ship a Car Hawaii offers seven arrivals from the West Coast to Hawaii every 14 days, more than any other shipper. Visit our website for details.
Track your vehicle. Online tracking is available to you 24 hours a day and is updated in real-time. Upon scheduling your shipment, you will receive a unique booking number that will allow you to track the status of your shipment online anytime. Transit times vary depending on the origin and destination of your shipment. You can visit our transit times page to view delivery times for your specific route.
Receive your vehicle in Hawaii. We offer Port to Door service, meaning a professional, federally licensed and insured Carrier will meet your vehicle when it arrives at the port and deliver it directly to you. If you know you will not be at the drop-off location, you can designate someone to receive the vehicle on your behalf. If you’re having a driver deliver to your home all you need to do is let your representative know the name of the person receiving your vehicle on your behalf. On the other hand, if you are going to have someone pick the vehicle up at the port, you’ll need a letter authorizing them to do so. We have created a sample letter to make it easier for you, and the template is available on our website.
Register your vehicle within 30 days of receiving it. The Hawaiian Department of Transportation requires all vehicles to be registered within 30 days of their arrival in the state. A safety check certificate is also needed before you can properly register the vehicle. More information on this can be found on the Hawaiian Department of Transportation’s website.
More details on how to ship a vehicle to Hawaii are located in the FAQ section on our contact page. We have shipped thousands of vehicles to Hawaii and back with an overwhelmingly positive response from our satisfied customers. Find out exactly how easy it is to ship vehicles to and from Hawaii. Visit the Ship A Car Hawaii website and fill out the “Get an Instant Quote” section on the home page to get started. Contact us at any time at 866-795-9493 should you have any questions on the process of shipping a car to Hawaii. We look forward to working with you!
