Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Phoenix, Arizona to Hawaii

Quick Answer: Shipping a car from Arizona to Hawaii costs around $1,800 and generally takes 7-13 days. See route-specific prices and distances in the table below. *Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and the type of vehicle you are shipping.

It's often worth shipping your car to Hawaii if it's reliable, newer, or you have sentimental attachment, as mainland cars are 15-20% cheaper than Hawaii's marked-up prices, but selling and buying a used local car can be better if your current car is old, rusty, or has high mileage due to Hawaii's salty air and different market. Costs range from roughly $1,000 to $2,500+ for port-to-port shipping from the West Coast, with door-to-door adding significantly more, but factor in the hassle, rust potential, and Hawaii's specific registration/insurance rules.

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.