Shipping Cost from Los Angeles, California to Honolulu, Hawaii

Shipping a car from LA to Hawaii generally costs $1,000 to $2,500+, with typical rates around $1,500 - $2,000 for a standard sedan to Oahu, but prices vary significantly by vehicle type (EVs cost more), specific island (Big Island, Kauai pricier), carrier (Matson, Pasha), and service (port-to-port vs. door-to-door). Expect a total process taking 2-4 weeks and requiring the car to be clean with minimal gas.

For shipping a car to Hawaii, top-rated companies like Montway Auto Transport, Coastal Auto Shipping, and Mercury Auto Transport are often recommended for their networks, but you can also go direct to major carriers like Matson or Pasha Hawaii for potentially lower costs and simpler processes, offering port-to-port (cheapest) or door-to-port options with critical preparation like removing belongings and minimal fuel.

Driving costs include food, lodging, and fuel for one person. Like we said earlier, the cost to ship a car is almost always higher than the cost of driving that car the same distance. Even when you factor in additional costs like hotels, gas, and food, driving is still cheaper.