Hawaii to Alabama
Car Shipping.
Shipping a car from Hawaii to Alabama starts at $1,450 port-to-port from Honolulu. Door delivery available anywhere in Alabama via Long Beach.
Shipping Alabama → Hawaii instead?Port-to-port from Honolulu
$1,450
Ocean transit
14–17 days
Arrival port
Long Beach
Overland to Alabama
5–7 days
How We Ship Cars from Hawaii to Alabama
Shipping FROM Hawaii is the documented direction — five documents are required at the port, and missing one can push you past your sailing. The flip side is worth knowing: shipping TO Hawaii needs no documents at all — one of the reasons customers ship with us in both directions. We manage the paperwork checklist, your Matson booking, and 5–7 days of overland delivery from Long Beach to your Alabama address.
Email your documents (24h before drop-off)
We confirm your paperwork is complete and email copies to the port so gate check-in is smooth.
Drop off at Honolulu (Sand Island)
Quarter tank or less, original photo ID at the gate. Neighbor island? We arrange the barge from Kahului, Nawiliwili, or Hilo first.
Ocean crossing to Long Beach
Your car crosses on a Matson vessel in an enclosed deck — 14–17 days to the mainland.
Overland delivery to Alabama
A vetted carrier picks up at Long Beach and delivers to your door. Transit: ~5–7 days.
The 5 Documents You Need to Ship FROM Hawaii
Hawaii to Alabama — Common Questions
How much does it cost to ship a car from Hawaii to Alabama?
Return shipping from Hawaii to Alabama starts at $1,450 port-to-port from Honolulu. Door delivery anywhere in Alabama adds overland transport from Long Beach — call (808) 378-7540 for an exact all-inclusive quote.
How long does it take to ship a car from Hawaii to Alabama?
Ocean transit from Honolulu to Long Beach takes 14–17 days, followed by approximately 5–7 days of overland delivery to Alabama.
What documents do I need to ship a car FROM Hawaii?
Five documents: vehicle title (front and back), current Hawaii registration, Hawaii Safety Inspection Certificate, government-issued photo ID, and a lien holder authorization letter if financed. Copies must be emailed to the port at least 24 hours before drop-off.
Where do I drop off my car in Hawaii?
Drop off at the Honolulu cargo terminal (Sand Island) with a quarter tank of fuel or less. Shipping from Maui, Kauai, or the Big Island? We arrange the inter-island barge from Kahului, Nawiliwili, or Hilo to Honolulu first.
Can you deliver my car to Birmingham, Huntsville, or Mobile?
Yes — door delivery covers all of Alabama. After your car lands at Long Beach, a vetted carrier runs it east on the I-10/I-20 corridors, roughly 5–7 days to most Alabama addresses.
Do I have to be in Alabama when the car arrives?
No. Any adult you authorize can accept delivery with a photo ID. The driver calls ahead to set a delivery window, so a family member or coworker can meet the truck.
Do I need to re-register the car once it reaches Alabama?
Yes — once it arrives, register with the Alabama DMV in your county. Your Hawaii plates and registration stay valid for the trip itself; keep your shipping receipt as proof of the arrival date.
When should I book my Honolulu drop-off?
Sailings out of Honolulu run weekly, but drop-off slots and mainland carriers book up first in June–August. Two to three weeks of lead time keeps your whole Alabama timeline predictable.