Oakland Port (Matson Terminal)
Northern California Gateway to Hawaii
The Oakland Matson Terminal is the primary departure point for vehicle shipments from Northern California to Hawaii. Serving the greater Bay Area, this terminal provides direct access to Matson vessels with efficient processing and scheduled gate operations.
Terminal Vital Stats
Port Name:
Matson Navigation Company (Oakland Terminal)
Address:
1337 Maritime Street, Oakland, CA 94607
ACCEPTED CARGO:
Gas & Diesel Vehicles Only
(NO Electric Vehicles/Non-Plug-in Hybrids accepted at this gate)
Gate Operations
MONDAY - FRIDAY
07:00 AM – 11:30 AM
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
⚠️ LUNCH CLOSURE: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Strictly Enforced. Do not arrive during this window.
WEEKENDS
CLOSED
Surviving the Oakland Port Drive
The Port of Oakland is an active industrial zone. Arriving prepared and on time will help ensure a smooth drop-off experience.
From San Francisco / North Bay
- Take I-80 East toward Oakland
- Merge onto I-580 East
- Take the Maritime Street exit
- Turn right onto Maritime Street
- Follow signage for Matson Auto Receiving
From San Jose / South Bay
- Take I-880 North toward Oakland
- Exit at 7th Street
- Turn left onto Maritime Street
- Continue straight to the Matson Auto Receiving Gate
⚠️ LOCAL PRO TIP: Morning drop-offs are strongly recommended to avoid port congestion and commercial truck traffic later in the day.
Westbound: Going to
Hawaii
Before arriving at the Oakland terminal, ensure your vehicle meets all Matson shipping requirements:
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a TWIC Card?
No. For dropping off a personal vehicle at the Auto Lot, a standard Driver's License is sufficient.
Is there a shuttle to LAX?
No. You will need to use Uber/Lyft. LAX is about 30-45 minutes away.
Ready to SHIP YOUR VEHICLE?
Secure your spot on the fastest vessel to the islands.
