Ship Your Car from Washington to Hawaii.
All-inclusive from $1,680 port-to-port. We coordinate your overland pickup from Washington to Oakland — timed to your Matson sailing.
Washington → Hawaii — Free Quote
All-inclusive · No hidden fees
Direction
Origin type
Select port
Destination port / island
Overland from Washington
1–2 days
Total to Oahu
13–16 days
Departure port
Oakland
Port-to-port rate
$1,680
Door-to-port from
$2,680+
Washington Pickup Locations & Port Routing
We dispatch licensed carriers to any Washington address, residential or commercial. Most Washington routes run the I-5 and I-90 corridors to Oakland Port.
How We Ship Cars from Washington to Hawaii
Matson handles the mainland-to-Honolulu ocean leg. Depending on the vessel and booking, a vehicle may travel in an enclosed garage, an auto frame, or a container; we confirm the handling for your shipment.
From Washington, overland transit to Oakland takes approximately 1–2 days. We dispatch vetted, licensed carriers and time your pickup backward from the Matson vessel departure — miss the port cutoff by one day and your vehicle waits up to two weeks for the next sailing.
Your Washington to Hawaii Process
Overland pickup in Washington
A vetted carrier picks up your vehicle and drives it to Oakland. Transit: ~1–2 days.
Port drop-off and vessel loading
Your vehicle is delivered to Oakland Port, inspected, and driven aboard a Matson Roll-on/Roll-off vessel.
Pacific crossing
Your car crosses to Oahu on a Matson vessel. The current booking gives the arrival window; vehicle stowage depends on that vessel.
Hawaii inspection + pickup
Your vehicle passes USDA inspection and is released at Honolulu Port. Most customers pick up within 1–2 days of arrival.
Zero Paperwork This Direction
No documents required to ship TO Hawaii.
No title. No registration. Nothing to gather or email. Just show up at OaklandPort with your photo ID and Matson booking number — we're one of the few Hawaii shippers that can say that. (Coming back? Returns from Hawaii need five documents — we manage that checklist for you.)
Common Questions
How much does it cost to ship a car from Washington to Hawaii?
Port-to-port from Washington to Hawaii starts at $1,680. Door-to-port starts at $2,680+. Both rates are all-inclusive — Matson ocean freight, Port handling, and basic cargo insurance.
How long does it take to ship a car from Washington to Hawaii?
Total transit from Washington to Oahu is approximately 13–16 days. This includes 1–2 days overland from Washington to Oakland, plus 12–14 days ocean crossing via Matson.
Which Port does my car ship from when leaving Washington?
Cars from Washington depart from Oakland Port. Port address: 1195 Middle Harbor Rd, Oakland, CA 94607. Gate hours Mon–Fri 8:00am–11:30am and 1:00pm–4:00pm.
Is door-to-port shipping available from Washington?
Yes. We dispatch a vetted carrier to your address in Washington and deliver your vehicle directly to Oakland Port. Starts at $2,680+. The $300 K’AI self-service booking fee is included in that starting total.
How long does it take to ship a car from Washington to Hawaii?
Total transit to Oahu is 13 to 16 days from pickup from the Seattle metro. Western Washington routes to Oakland Port via I-5 (about 810 miles, 2 to 3 days overland), then a Matson Ro/Ro vessel from Oakland to Honolulu (12 to 14 days at sea). Eastern Washington (Spokane) adds about 260 miles via I-90 and can take an extra day for carrier pickup.
Are there military bases in Washington for PCS car shipping to Hawaii?
Yes. Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) near Tacoma and Lakewood is one of the largest military installations on the West Coast and generates significant PCS traffic to Hawaii. Fairchild Air Force Base near Spokane and Naval Air Station Whidbey Island are also served. If you are PCSing from any Washington installation to Hawaii, we coordinate with your orders timeline and JPPSO requirements. JBLM is one of our most frequently served pickup locations for Hawaii PCS.
Does winter weather in Washington affect shipping timelines?
Western Washington (Seattle/Tacoma) has mild winters with rare weather delays. I-5 through the mountains can see occasional snow closures, particularly at the I-90 Snoqualmie Pass. Eastern Washington (Spokane) sees more winter weather, especially on I-90 over Snoqualmie and through the Columbia Basin. Summer and fall are the most reliable seasons for Washington car shipping to Hawaii.
Washington → Hawaii Rates
Port-to-Port
Drop at Oakland, pick up in Hawaii
Door-to-Port
We pick up in Washington
Talk to a specialist
(808) 378-7540How Your Car Gets from Washington to the Ship
Most Washington vehicles run the I-5 and I-90 corridors to Oakland Port — roughly 1–2 days of overland transit before the ship enters the picture. Here is how we control that leg:
Vetted Carrier Network
We only dispatch licensed, cargo-insured overland carriers with A-ratings to move your vehicle along the interstate corridors.
Full Insurance Verification
Each overland leg is covered by the carrier’s cargo insurance up to $100,000. We verify policy standing before dispatching.
Seamless Port Delivery
Our dispatch team coordinates Oakland Port gate hours and your drop-off window, preventing delay fees and missed cutoffs.
What's Included in Every Washington Shipment
Book Online with K'AI — Save up to $200
Skip the manual order. Book directly through our K'AI online portal and save $50 on your port-to-port deposit — or $200 on door-to-port and port-to-door.
Port-to-port example to Oahu. Get your quote for door service or another route.
Standard Rate
$1,730
Manual booking · full $150 deposit
K'AI Online Rate
$1,680
$50 off your deposit · book online instead of calling in
Price & dates first
Get your quote and choose your preferred shipping dates
Reserve online
Sign and save your card. Add your VIN and other details later
Our team reviews
We check your vehicle and booking details, and confirm any required date decisions with you
Booking confirmed
Your saved card is charged after booking confirmation under your signed agreement
Door-to-port & port-to-door: Save $200 off the $500 deposit when you book online with K'AI (card saved, not charged). Our team reviews your booking and oversees dispatch. You can speak with us if you need help; a phone call is not required to start your online reservation.
Card saving does not charge your card. Rates for neighbor islands differ. Read customer experiences
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