Hawaii to Arkansas
Car Shipping.
Shipping a car from Hawaii to Arkansas starts at $1,400 port-to-port from Honolulu. Door delivery available anywhere in Arkansas via Long Beach.
Shipping Arkansas → Hawaii instead?Port-to-port from Honolulu
$1,400
Ocean transit
14–17 days
Arrival port
Long Beach
Overland to Arkansas
4–6 days
How We Ship Cars from Hawaii to Arkansas
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 4–6 days of overland delivery from Long Beach to your Arkansas 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 Arkansas
A vetted carrier picks up at Long Beach and delivers to your door. Transit: ~4–6 days.
The 5 Documents You Need to Ship FROM Hawaii
Hawaii to Arkansas — Common Questions
How much does it cost to ship a car from Hawaii to Arkansas?
Return shipping from Hawaii to Arkansas starts at $1,400 port-to-port from Honolulu. Door delivery anywhere in Arkansas 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 Arkansas?
Ocean transit from Honolulu to Long Beach takes 14–17 days, followed by approximately 4–6 days of overland delivery to Arkansas.
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.
Do you deliver to Little Rock and northwest Arkansas?
Yes — door delivery covers the whole state, including Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Bentonville. Overland from the Long Beach arrival terminal runs about 4–6 days.
What's the total door-to-door time from Honolulu to Arkansas?
Plan on roughly 18–23 days: 14–17 days on the ocean from Honolulu to Long Beach, then 4–6 days of carrier transport to your Arkansas address.
Does someone need to meet the driver in Arkansas?
Yes, but it doesn't have to be you — any adult with photo ID whom you authorize can sign for the car. The driver coordinates a delivery window by phone a day ahead.
Can I start the shipment from Maui or Kauai?
Yes. We arrange the inter-island barge from Kahului or Nawiliwili to Honolulu first — allow 3–7 extra days before the ocean leg to the mainland.