Hawaii to Kentucky
Car Shipping.
Shipping a car from Hawaii to Kentucky starts at $1,400 port-to-port from Honolulu. Door delivery available anywhere in Kentucky via Long Beach.
Shipping Kentucky → Hawaii instead?Port-to-port from Honolulu
$1,400
Ocean transit
14–17 days
Arrival port
Long Beach
Overland to Kentucky
4–6 days
How We Ship Cars from Hawaii to Kentucky
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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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
Kentucky Delivery Areas
We deliver door-to-door throughout Kentucky. Typical overland distance from the Long Beach arrival terminal:
Hawaii to Kentucky — Common Questions
How much does it cost to ship a car from Hawaii to Kentucky?
Return shipping from Hawaii to Kentucky starts at $1,400 port-to-port from Honolulu. Door delivery anywhere in Kentucky 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 Kentucky?
Ocean transit from Honolulu to Long Beach takes 14–17 days, followed by approximately 4–6 days of overland delivery to Kentucky.
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 Louisville and Lexington?
Yes — door delivery covers all of Kentucky. From Long Beach, the carrier leg runs about 4–6 days.
What's the realistic total from Honolulu to Kentucky?
About 18–23 days door-to-door: 14–17 on the ocean, then 4–6 days overland.
Does the shipment clear customs?
No — it's a fully domestic move, Hawaii to Kentucky. No customs, no import duties; just interstate paperwork we handle for you.
Can I ship from Maui?
Yes — the inter-island barge from Kahului to Honolulu comes first. Allow 3–7 extra days before the ocean leg.