Car shipping cost
How Much to Ship a Car from Hawaii to Florida
Shipping a car from Hawaii to Florida is a multi-leg move: ocean freight from Honolulu or a neighbor island port to a West Coast port, usually Los Angeles or Long Beach, followed by mainland auto transport to Florida. Total cost depends on the Hawaii island, the size of the vehicle, whether you choose container or roll-on/roll-off ocean service, and the mainland transport method. The ranges below are estimated total market ranges for planning only. Call (239) 273-4649 for a real quote reviewed by a live broker.
Estimated ranges
What it costs to ship Hawaii to Florida
| Vehicle / distance | Open transport | Enclosed transport |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan / compact (port-to-door, open mainland) | $2,500 – $3,300 | $3,500 – $4,500 |
| SUV / truck (port-to-door, open mainland) | $3,000 – $4,000 | $4,000 – $5,200 |
| Luxury / exotic / classic (enclosed mainland) | $3,800 – $4,800 | $4,800 – $6,200 |
| Neighbor island origin (Maui, Kauai, Big Island) | Add $300 – $600 | Add $400 – $800 |
Estimated market ranges for planning only — not a quote. Actual pricing depends on exact ZIP codes, vehicle condition, season, carrier availability and how far in advance you book. Call (239) 273-4649 for a real number reviewed by a live broker.
Distance & timing
Lane basics
Distance
Ocean + mainland; typically 5,000+ total miles
Transit
2 to 5 weeks total depending on the island and sailing schedule
Broker
Enterprise Auto Transport · USDOT #2273104 · MC #774106
Cost drivers
What moves your price on this lane
Hawaii island of origin
Honolulu on Oahu has the most frequent sailings and lowest ocean rates. Maui, Kauai and the Big Island require an additional inter-island barge and add cost.
Ocean service type
Roll-on/roll-off (RORO) is the most common and economical option. Container shipping costs more but offers added protection and is sometimes required for non-running vehicles.
West Coast port and mainland routing
Most Hawaii vehicles enter the mainland at Los Angeles or Long Beach, then travel overland to Florida. The mainland leg is a 2,600+ mile move and follows the same pricing drivers as California-to-Florida transport.
Sailing schedules and timing
Ocean sailings are not daily. Total transit time is usually 2 to 5 weeks depending on the sailing schedule, port processing and mainland delivery location.
Seasonality
How the calendar affects cost
Year-round considerations
Hawaii-to-Florida pricing is less seasonal than mainland lanes because ocean freight schedules are fixed. Mainland leg pricing follows California-to-Florida seasonality, with fall being the busiest eastbound window.
Military PCS moves
Hawaii has a large military population. PCS season can tighten both ocean and mainland capacity in the summer, so book as early as possible.
FAQ
Common Hawaii to Florida cost questions
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