Maryland Hawaii Car Shipping
Ship Your Car from Maryland to Hawaii - Fully Managed, All-Inclusive Pricing!
Maryland packs considerable geographic variety into a small state. Baltimore and the DC suburbs have I-70 and I-270 corridor access with solid carrier availability. Western Maryland - Hagerstown, Cumberland, Frederick - sits directly on I-70 and produces the most competitive rates in the state. The Eastern Shore is a different story: accessible only via the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, it shares the same carrier dead-end dynamic as Cape Cod in Massachusetts and the Outer Banks in North Carolina. Ocean City at the far end of the peninsula carries the highest premium in the state. NAS Patuxent River is the Navy's primary test and evaluation facility, Fort Meade houses NSA headquarters and Cyber Command, and Joint Base Andrews is the home of Air Force One.
$3,230
Estimated all-inclusive, Baltimore / DC suburbs
$3,080+
Estimated all-inclusive, Western MD
22–27
Days door-to-port to Oahu
4.9★
212 Google
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"Camilo walked us through the entire calendar — our car was waiting at the terminal the day after we landed. The only company we'd trust with a move like this."
Mike T. — Dallas, TX to Honolulu
"Camilo walked us through the entire calendar - our car was waiting at the terminal the day after we landed. The only company we'd trust with a move like this."
Mike T. - Dallas, TX to Honolulu
4.9 / 5 Stars
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Matson Exclusive
Hawaii Route Specialist
USDOT Licensed
DOT #3505506 · MC #1158539
Island-Owned & Operated
Honolulu, HI Based
18 Years Experience
Thousands of Moves
The Mainland Connection
We handle everything from pickup to port delivery.
Shipping requires precise coordination between inland transport and ocean freight schedules. We dispatch fully vetted, licensed carriers to collect your vehicle from any location and ensure it arrives at the port on time for the assigned sailing window.
Simple. Transparent. Reliable.
How Maryland to Hawaii Car Shipping Works
There is no direct sailing from Maryland to Hawaii. Your vehicle travels in two legs: an overland haul from your Maryland address to Long Beach, CA, followed by ocean transit to your Hawaii destination. All Maryland shipments route through Long Beach. We coordinate both legs as a single managed shipment with one all-inclusive price - the number you see is the number you pay.
Maryland's geography divides into five distinct carrier markets. Baltimore and the DC suburbs have the most carrier volume with I-70 and I-270 west access. Western Maryland - Hagerstown and Cumberland on I-70 - has the shortest overland distance and the best estimated rates. Annapolis and Anne Arundel County are well-connected via I-97 to I-95. Southern Maryland - Waldorf, La Plata, Lexington Park - sits on a peninsula between the Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac River with moderate carrier access. The Eastern Shore is a genuine peninsula requiring Chesapeake Bay Bridge access, and carriers price that dedicated crossing into every pickup east of the Bay.
Get your all-inclusive quote - your MD address matters
Call (808) 378-7540 or use the online form. Baltimore, DC suburbs, and Western MD have solid carrier access. Eastern Shore customers should mention their location - the Bay Bridge affects both pricing and carrier assignment time. Military families at NAS Pax River, Fort Meade, and Joint Base Andrews should call when orders arrive.
We lock your rate and coordinate your sailing window
We go through your move-out date, your flight, and your Hawaii housing situation personally and time the carrier pickup to hit the right Matson sailing. Your $600 deposit locks the all-inclusive rate from the moment you book
Carrier picks up at your Maryland address
A licensed carrier collects the vehicle from your door. From Baltimore, 8 to 10 days to Long Beach. From Western MD, 7 to 9 days. From the Eastern Shore, 9 to 12 days including the Bay Bridge approach.
Matson sails to Hawaii - you pick up at the terminal
Your vehicle loads onto the Matson vessel and sails to your Hawaii island, fully enclosed aboard a Roll-on/Roll-off ship. We notify you when your vehicle reaches Grounded/Available status and walk you through terminal pickup.
Maryland Pickup Locations & Port Routing
All Maryland shipments route through Long Beach, CA. Baltimore and the DC suburbs connect via I-70 west or I-270 to I-70 west. Western Maryland on I-70 has the most direct route. The Eastern Shore requires Bay Bridge access before reaching any westbound highway.
All Virginia shipments route through Long Beach, CA. Virginia's geography places it solidly in the Long Beach routing, vehicles travel the I-40 or southern I-10 corridor cross-country. Oakland does not serve East Coast states.
| SC Region | Port | Miles to LB | Overland Days | Carrier Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore metro (Baltimore / Towson / Pikesville / Dundalk) | Long Beach | ~2,640 – 2,680 mi | 8 to 10 days | I-70 west, solid carrier availability |
| DC suburbs (Silver Spring / Bethesda / Rockville / Gaithersburg) | Long Beach | ~2,620 – 2,660 mi | 8 to 10 days | I-270 to I-70 west, high volume DC/MD carrier market |
| Western MD (Hagerstown / Frederick / Cumberland) | Long Beach | ~2,400 – 2,500 mi | 7 to 9 days | I-70 direct, shortest in state, best estimated rates |
| Annapolis / Anne Arundel County | Long Beach | ~2,650 – 2,700 mi | 8 to 10 days | I-97 to I-95 to I-70, solid access |
| Southern MD (Waldorf / La Plata / Lexington Park / Pax River) | Long Beach | ~2,660 – 2,730 mi | 8 to 11 days | Peninsula between Bay and Potomac, moderate carrier access |
| Eastern Shore (Easton / Cambridge / Salisbury / Ocean City) | Long Beach | ~2,680 – 2,800 mi | 9 to 12 days | Bay Bridge required - carrier dead-end premium applies |
Why Columbia is the most competitive SC city for Hawaii shipping
Columbia's I-26 and I-20 intersection gives it two westbound interstate options. I-20 runs directly to Atlanta and onward to Texas and the Southwest. I-26 connects west to I-40 through Tennessee. Both corridors are well-traveled carrier lanes with consistent truck traffic. At approximately 2,420 miles from Long Beach, Columbia produces the most competitive door-to-port pricing in the state - load board data confirms standard vehicle overland rates of $900 to $1,050 from the Columbia area.
Why Western Maryland has the best estimated rates in the state
Hagerstown, Frederick, and Cumberland sit directly on I-70 - one of the primary east-west carrier corridors connecting the Baltimore-Washington area to the Midwest and ultimately to California. Carriers running I-70 from the DC area west pass through these cities without any significant detour. At approximately 2,400 to 2,500 miles from Long Beach - 150 to 200 miles shorter than Baltimore - western Maryland benefits from both shorter distance and direct interstate access. For customers in this corridor, that combination produces meaningful savings compared to Baltimore or the Eastern Shore.
Eastern Shore - Chesapeake Bay Bridge premium
The Maryland Eastern Shore is accessible from the rest of the state only via the Chesapeake Bay Bridge - a four-mile crossing over the Bay. Carriers making pickups on the Eastern Shore must cross the bridge, service the pickup, and cross back before joining any westbound highway. There are very few other auto transport loads to fill on that peninsula out-and-back. This is the same carrier dead-end dynamic that adds a premium in coastal North Carolina and Cape Cod in Massachusetts. Ocean City, at the far eastern end of the peninsula, carries the highest estimated premium in the state.
Maryland to Hawaii Car Shipping Costs
All prices below are all-inclusive estimates. Your $600 deposit is paid at booking and applied toward your total - the prices shown are what you will see on your quote. Maryland standard vehicle load board data is limited on the current snapshot - ranges below are derived from neighboring state confirmed data in Virginia and southeastern Pennsylvania, adjusted for Maryland distances and carrier markets. Call for current live pricing at your specific Maryland address.
| Cost Component | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Overland - Western MD (Hagerstown / Frederick / Cumberland) - estimated | $900 – $1,100 |
| Overland - Baltimore metro - estimated | $1,050 – $1,300 |
| Overland - DC suburbs (Silver Spring / Rockville / Bethesda) - estimated | $1,050 – $1,300 |
| Overland - Annapolis / Anne Arundel - estimated | $1,100 – $1,300 |
| Overland - Southern MD (Waldorf / Pax River) - estimated | $1,100 – $1,400 |
| Overland - Eastern Shore (Bay Bridge premium) - estimated | $1,150 – $1,500 |
| Overland - Ocean City (extreme coastal, maximum premium) - estimated | $1,300 – $1,800+ |
| Ocean freight - Oahu (Honolulu), 12-14 day transit | Included in all-inclusive quote |
| Estimated all-inclusive to Oahu - Western MD | $3,080 – $3,280 |
| Estimated all-inclusive to Oahu - Baltimore / DC suburbs | $3,230 – $3,480 |
| Estimated all-inclusive to Oahu - Annapolis / Southern MD | $3,280 – $3,580 |
| Estimated all-inclusive to Oahu - Eastern Shore | $3,330 – $3,680 |
| Estimated all-inclusive to Oahu - Ocean City | $3,480 – $3,980+ |
| Ocean freight - Maui, Big Island, or Kauai (25-30 day transit) | Included in all-inclusive quote |
| Estimated all-inclusive to neighbor islands | $3,880 – $4,780+ |
| Port-to-Port - Oahu (you drive to Long Beach) | $1,580 |
| Port-to-Port - neighbor islands | $2,400 |
All ranges are estimates. Call for current carrier pricing at your specific Maryland address: (808) 378-7540
About these estimates
These ranges are honest estimates, not confirmed load board data. Virginia confirmed overland of $1,050 to $1,350 and southeastern Pennsylvania confirmed $1,100 to $1,255 for similar distances are the closest comparables. Maryland pricing at booking will reflect current carrier market conditions - call us for a live quote before committing to a number.
All-Inclusive Pricing
Starting Rates by Destination Island
Pricing Tip: Shipping to Oahu rather than a neighbor island saves roughly $820 on ocean freight alone. Virginia to neighbor island shipments can take 32 to 40 days total - plan well ahead if Maui, Kauai, or the Big Island is your destination.
Peak season pricing. Peak season surcharges apply June through August. Maryland's military installations - Fort Meade, NAS Pax River, and Joint Base Andrews - all run PCS cycles in summer. Book 4 to 6 weeks ahead during peak months statewide.
About deposits: Your $600 deposit is paid at booking and applied toward your total - the prices above already reflect it. Booking locks your rate regardless of what the carrier market does after you book. Port-to-Port deposit is $200, also applied toward the total.
🌺 Oahu (Honolulu)
$3,230+
Estimated All-inclusive Baltimore / DC suburbs
22 to 27 days total
🌿 Maui (Kahului)
$3,880+
Estimated all-inclusive
35 to 41 days total
🌋 Big Island (Hilo)
$3,880+
Estimated all-inclusive
35 to 41 days total
🌊 Kauai (Nawiliwili)
$3,880+
Estimated all-inclusive
35 to 41 days total
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Door-to-Port vs. Port-to-Port from Maryland
Long Beach is approximately 2,400 to 2,800 miles from Maryland. Port-to-port from Maryland is not practical. Door-to-port is the right choice for all Maryland customers.
Door-to-Port
Right choice for all MD customers
What you do
Nothing - carrier picks up at your door
Overland managed by us
Yes, from your MD address
Deposit
$600 applied toward all-inclusive total
Baltimore to Oahu (est. all-in)
$3,230 – $3,480+
Western MD to Oahu (est. all-in)
$3,080 – $3,280+
Port-to-Port
What you do
Drive car to Long Beach (~2,400-2,800 mi)
Overland managed by us
No - you drive to the port
Deposit
$200 applied toward total
Ocean freight to Oahu
$1,580
Practical from MD?
Not realistic for most customers
Port-to-Port makes sense only if you are already planning a California road trip before your Hawaii move. For virtually all Virginia customers the door-to-door economics favor letting a carrier handle the cross-country leg.
No documents needed to ship to Hawaii. No title, registration, or authorization paperwork is required at the port when shipping a vehicle to Hawaii. Documents are only required when shipping FROM Hawaii back to the mainland. Bring your government-issued photo ID and registration when picking up at the Hawaii terminal.
Transit Times
Transit Times & the Matson Sailing Schedule
Western Maryland's shorter overland leg gives it a total timeline of 21 to 25 days to Honolulu - among the better East Coast totals. Baltimore and DC suburbs run 22 to 27 days. Eastern Shore adds 1 to 2 days for the Bay Bridge approach.
The most expensive mistake Virginia customers make is booking too late and missing the sailing cutoff. Even one day late means waiting for the next available departure; typically a full week, which cascades into unexpected car rentals and hotel costs nobody planned for. We coordinate every Virginia pickup to a specific sailing window so that does not happen to you.
Booking lead time for Maryland: Baltimore, DC suburbs, and Western MD: 2 to 3 weeks minimum. Annapolis and Southern MD: 2 to 3 weeks. Eastern Shore: 3 to 4 weeks minimum. Ocean City: 4 to 5 weeks. NAS Pax River, Fort Meade, and Joint Base Andrews: call when orders arrive. Peak summer months statewide: 4 to 6 weeks minimum.
Stage
Typical Timeline
Western MD (Hagerstown / Frederick) to Long Beach via I-70 west
7 to 9 business days
Baltimore metro to Long Beach via I-70 west
8 to 10 business days
DC suburbs to Long Beach via I-270/I-70 west
8 to 10 business days
Annapolis / Southern MD to Long Beach via I-97/I-95/I-70
8 to 11 business days
Eastern Shore to Long Beach (including Bay Bridge approach)
9 to 12 business days
Port processing window at Long Beach
1 to 2 business days before vessel loading
Ocean transit - Honolulu / Oahu (enclosed Matson RoRo)
Approximately 12 to 14 days
Ocean transit - neighbor islands (+ Young Brothers barge)
Approximately 25 to 30 days
Total door-to-port, Oahu - Western MD
22 to 25 days from pickup
Total door-to-port, Oahu - Baltimore / DC suburbs
22 to 27 days from pickup
Total door-to-port, Oahu - Eastern Shore
23 to 29 days from pickup
Total door-to-port, neighbor islands
35 to 43 days from pickup
How to Prepare Your Car Before Pickup in Maryland
These requirements are enforced at Long Beach terminal intake and at Hawaii's agricultural biosecurity inspection, run by the Hawaii Department of Agriculture. No documents are required at the port when shipping to Hawaii.
Required: Shipping TO Hawaii
Fuel at or below a quarter tank. Required fire safety regulation at all maritime terminals.
Remove all personal items from the interior. No luggage, household goods, or belongings permitted. Enforced at intake and Hawaii agricultural inspection.
Disable the alarm system before pickup.
Exterior and interior cleaned thoroughly. Maryland road salt, Chesapeake Bay salt air on the Eastern Shore and Southern Maryland, and organic material from tidal waterways accumulate in wheel wells and undercarriage. Hawaii USDA biosecurity inspectors check these areas specifically - wash the vehicle thoroughly including underneath before pickup.
Vehicle fully operational. Steering, braking, and rolling must be 100% functional at pickup.
No windshield chips or cracks. Inspect and repair before pickup.
Government-issued photo ID and vehicle registration ready for Hawaii terminal pickup.
Not Accepted - No Exceptions
Electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids are not accepted. We do not ship EVs or plug-in hybrids on any route.
Non-running vehicles are not accepted. The vehicle must be fully operational at pickup.
Louisiana wetlands and biosecurity
Louisiana's bayous, marshes, and coastal wetlands are some of the most biologically active environments in North America. Vehicles driven in these areas - particularly in south Louisiana - can accumulate mud, vegetation, and organic material that Hawaii USDA biosecurity inspectors will flag. Clean the vehicle thoroughly including wheel wells and the undercarriage before carrier pickup, especially if you have been driving on unpaved roads or in flood-affected areas.
No documents needed to ship TO Hawaii
No title, registration, or authorization paperwork is required at the port when shipping to Hawaii. Lienholder authorization is only required when shipping FROM Hawaii. Bring your government-issued photo ID and registration when picking up at the Hawaii terminal.
Photograph your vehicle thoroughly before the carrier arrives - all four sides, the roof, and the interior. This documentation protects you in any claim situation.
Insurance Coverage
How Insurance Works on Maryland to Hawaii Shipments
Most brokers never explain this. The overland and ocean portions carry two different types of protection.
Layer 1 - Overland Transport
Overland Transport (Maryland to Long Beach)
$100,000
The land carrier carries up to $100,000 in cargo insurance covering the vehicle for the entire overland portion from your Maryland address to Long Beach - from Baltimore, a DC suburb, a Western MD address, an Eastern Shore home, or a NAS Patuxent River housing unit.
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Our recommendation: Verify with your personal auto insurance carrier whether your policy covers ocean transport. Photograph your vehicle thoroughly before the carrier arrives and again at Hawaii terminal collection.
Layer 2 - Ocean Transport
Ocean Transport (Matson Vessel)
$8,000
Matson's carrier liability is limited to actual damage sustained, up to approximately $8,000 for an average-sized vehicle. You can declare a higher vehicle value on the Dock Receipt and pay an additional freight rate to increase this limit to the full vehicle value.
PCS Moves
Military PCS Moves from Maryland to Hawaii
Maryland has one of the most concentrated clusters of military and intelligence facilities in the country. Fort Meade in Anne Arundel County is home to the National Security Agency, United States Cyber Command, and elements of the Army's 10th Mountain Division, generating Army and intelligence community PCS moves to Hawaii commands. Joint Base Andrews in Prince George's County is home to the Presidential airlift fleet, the 316th Wing, and numerous tenant organizations, generating Air Force PCS moves. Naval Air Station Patuxent River in St. Mary's County is the Navy's primary research, development, test, and evaluation installation - the home of the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division - generating Navy and Marine Corps test pilot PCS moves. The United States Naval Academy in Annapolis generates PCS moves for midshipmen commissioning into the Navy and Marine Corps. Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda serves as a major medical assignment destination. Aberdeen Proving Ground in Harford County is the Army's primary research and development center for ground combat systems.
Virginia PCS moves to Hawaii require early booking. The overland leg from Hampton Roads or Northern Virginia is 7 to 10 days before the car even reaches Long Beach. Cutting the booking timeline short on a Virginia shipment is the most common mistake we see, and it usually means missing a sailing and delaying the entire move. We work through the calendar with every military customer personally so that does not happen.
MCAS Beaufort and Parris Island - east-of-I-95 carrier premium applies
MCAS Beaufort and MCRD Parris Island are both in the Beaufort area east of I-95 in South Carolina's coastal plain. Marines PCS'ing from Beaufort or Parris Island fall in the same coastal carrier premium zone as Charleston - carriers making pickups in this area price the dedicated I-95 out-and-back into their rate. We explain this clearly at booking so there are no surprises on the day of pickup. Beaufort Marines should call when orders arrive and expect pricing in the $2,580 to $2,880 door-to-port range for Oahu.
What we offer military families moving from Maryland
Available to eligible service members PCS'ing from Fort Meade, Joint Base Andrews, NAS Patuxent River, USNA, Aberdeen Proving Ground, and Maryland National Guard installations to any Hawaii command.
Military pricing - discounts up to 20% for eligible service members (PCS orders required at booking)
Scheduling built around your reporting date, not a generic calendar window
Full documentation coordination - Bill of Lading, condition reports, insurance paperwork
Dedicated coordinator reachable by phone and email throughout your shipment
Experience with JB MDL tri-service PCS moves to Hawaii commands
MD installations served: Fort Meade (Anne Arundel County), Joint Base Andrews (Prince George's County), NAS Patuxent River (St. Mary's County), USNA (Annapolis), Walter Reed NMMC (Bethesda), Aberdeen Proving Ground (Harford County), Maryland National Guard statewide
Hawaii commands served: Schofield Barracks, Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Wheeler Army Airfield, MCB Hawaii Kaneohe Bay, Tripler Army Medical Center, and others
Real Reviews from Real Virginia Customers
Camilo Jaime — Lead Shipping Coordinator
Car Shipping Hawaii · Honolulu, HI · 18 Years Industry Experience
Virginia — and the Hampton Roads area especially — is one of our most active PCS corridors. Naval Station Norfolk alone generates a significant volume of Hawaii-bound shipments every year. With 18 years coordinating thousands of Hawaii shipments, our team knows exactly how to time a Virginia pickup to hit the right sailing window. The overland leg from the East Coast requires more lead time than most people expect, and we build that into every booking.
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PCS from Naval Station Norfolk to Pearl Harbor. I had a hard reporting date and our team was upfront about exactly how much lead time the Virginia-to-Hawaii shipment needed. The car was at Sand Island Terminal two days before I landed. That is the kind of coordination you need on a military move — nothing left to chance.
Petty Officer 2nd Class M. Chen — Norfolk, VA to Pearl Harbor-Hickam
Virginia Beach to Maui — our team was clear from the start that a neighbor island shipment from the East Coast takes 32 to 40 days. We planned around it and there were zero surprises.
Tom & Angela B. — Virginia Beach, VA to Kahului, Maui
Relocating from Richmond to Honolulu for work. I got quotes from four companies — only Car Shipping Hawaii explained the two-part cost structure honestly. One price, locked. No calls asking for more money before pickup.
Sarah W. — Richmond, VA to Honolulu, Oahu
Camilo Jaime - Lead Shipping Coordinator
Car Shipping Hawaii · Honolulu, HI · 18 Years Industry Experience
With 18 years in the vehicle shipping industry and thousands of Hawaii shipments coordinated, our team knows every port, every route, and every mile of your journey. We work with every customer personally from booking to delivery - you are never handed off to a dispatcher after you book. We go through the calendar with you, coordinate pickup timing to your exact sailing window, and stay reachable throughout the entire move.
Why Car Shipping Hawaii vs. Other Brokers
Maryland customers face two common issues: being quoted a flat Maryland rate that ignores the meaningful difference between Western MD, Baltimore, and the Eastern Shore, and being surprised when the quote form shows a higher number than the advertised price. We address both at the first call.
| Feature | Car Shipping Hawaii | Typical Broker |
|---|---|---|
| All-inclusive pricing - quote form matches page price | ✓ Deposit in the price, no surprises | ✗ Quote form often shows higher number |
| Eastern Shore Bay Bridge premium explained upfront | ✓ Peninsula carrier dead-end disclosed | ✗ Often quoted at Baltimore rate |
| Western MD I-70 advantage explained | ✓ Shorter distance, better rate disclosed | ✗ Statewide MD flat rate |
| NAS Patuxent River peninsula access assessed | ✓ Southern MD geography factored in | ✗ Quoted at Baltimore rate |
| Named single coordinator | ✓ Camilo Jaime, direct and consistent | ✗ Call center, different agent each time |
| Matson Route Specialist | ✓ Hawaii route experts only | ✗ General auto transport broker |
| Calendar coordination at booking | ✓ Pickup timed to your sailing | ✗ Generic window, you figure it out |
Booking lead time
Book at least 2 to 3 weeks before your target pickup date. During peak summer months, 4 to 6 weeks is strongly recommended. Virginia shipments need careful lead time - the overland leg is 7 to 10 days, which leaves little room to recover if carrier scheduling slips. A deposit locks your vessel space and your rate.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Maryland to Hawaii?
All prices are all-inclusive with the $600 deposit already reflected, and are honest estimates - call for current live carrier pricing at your specific address. Western MD: estimated $3,080 to $3,280. Baltimore and DC suburbs: estimated $3,230 to $3,480. Annapolis and Southern MD: estimated $3,280 to $3,580. Eastern Shore: estimated $3,330 to $3,680. Ocean City: estimated $3,480 to $3,980 or higher. Neighbor islands add $820 in ocean freight. The price you see is the price you pay.
Why does the Eastern Shore cost more than Baltimore?
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge is the only access point from the rest of Maryland to the Eastern Shore. Carriers making pickups there must cross the bridge, service the pickup, and cross back - a dedicated out-and-back with very few other loads to fill. That bridge crossing premium shows up in every Eastern Shore rate. The further east and south your address on the Shore, the more pronounced the premium.
I am PCS'ing from Fort Meade. What should I know?
Fort Meade is in Anne Arundel County between Baltimore and DC, with solid carrier access via I-95 and I-295 to I-70 west. Call us when orders arrive and we will coordinate the calendar around your Hawaii reporting date from day one. Fort Meade typically has carrier assigned within 2 to 3 days with adequate lead time.
I am at NAS Patuxent River. What should I know?
Pax River is in St. Mary's County in southern Maryland, on a peninsula between the Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac River. Carrier access in that area is more limited than Baltimore - plan for 3 to 4 days carrier assignment time minimum with adequate lead time. Call us when orders arrive so we can assess current carrier availability for your specific address.
Does Maryland route through Long Beach or Oakland?
All Maryland shipments route through Long Beach, CA. Baltimore and DC suburbs connect via I-70 west. Western Maryland is on I-70 directly. Long Beach height clearance is 7 feet, width clearance 7 feet 2 inches.
Do I need any documents to ship my car to Hawaii from Maryland?
No documents are required at the port when shipping to Hawaii. Bring your government-issued photo ID and vehicle registration when picking up at the Hawaii terminal. Lienholder authorization is only required when shipping FROM Hawaii - not when shipping to Hawaii.
Do you ship electric vehicles from Maryland to Hawaii?
No. We do not ship electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids on any route. Standard non-plug-in hybrids are accepted.
Can I ship my car from Hawaii back to Maryland?
Yes. We coordinate Port-to-Door shipping from all Hawaii terminals back to Maryland. Ocean freight from Honolulu runs $900 to $1,200 with a 12 to 14 day transit, plus the mainland delivery leg. Eastern Shore delivery carries the same Bay Bridge premium as pickup. When shipping FROM Hawaii, title, current Hawaii registration, and Hawaii Safety Inspection Certificate are required. Same all-inclusive pricing, same dedicated coordinator.
Questions Answered
Common Questions
We answer these every day. If yours isn't here, call us directly - we pick up during business hours, Monday–Friday 8 AM–6 PM HST.
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Ship Your Car from Maryland to Hawaii with Confidence
One team. One All-Inclusive Price - Baltimore, Hagerstown, Eastern Shore, NAS Pax River, Fort Meade, or Joint Base Andrews. The number on the page is the number you pay at delivery.
Island-Owned & Operated
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USDOT 3505506
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