Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Dallas, Texas to Honolulu, Hawaii

Hawaii car shipping costs between $1,500 and $3,500 but depends on factors like distance, vehicle size, and service options. Door-to-door transport is more expensive than port-to-port, and enclosed car transport carriers provide extra protection for an additional cost.

Driving is usually cheaper for shorter distances (under 500 miles), but for long cross-country moves (over 1,000 miles), shipping can become comparable or even cheaper when factoring in gas, food, lodging, and wear-and-tear on your vehicle, making driving better for short trips and shipping often better for long, busy, or difficult trips. The decision balances cost, time, and convenience, as shipping saves you time and adds miles/wear, while driving costs less upfront but adds stress and expenses.

For shipping a car to Hawaii, top-rated companies include Nexus Auto Transport (overall pick for expertise), AmeriFreight (best value/overall broker), and Montway Auto Transport (strong reputation, military discounts), with direct ocean carriers like Matson and Pasha Hawaii being the actual transport providers for many brokers and offering direct service with extensive experience. Consider factors like cost, reviews, delivery times (8-19 days is typical), and whether you need a broker (arranges transport) or a direct carrier, but always get quotes from multiple providers and check BBB ratings.