A1 Auto Transport Truck
4.7 (67,926 reviews)

Big Island, HI Car Shipping

  • Shipping a car to the Big Island costs $1,600–$2,700, with RoRo service from West Coast ports offering the lowest rates.
  • Total transit takes 10–21 days, as vehicles route through Honolulu first before inter-island barge transfer to Hilo or Kawaihae.
  • Vehicles must pass a USDA inspection at the mainland departure port; personal items and fluid leaks disqualify a car from boarding.
Last updated May, 09 2026
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7790 people shipped using A-1 Auto Transport last week
Mike Carter
Used them twice already
★★★★★

I’ve now shipped two cars using this company, both from Washington. Each time, the customer service was really responsive and easy to work with. They took the time to explain the whole process so I knew what to expect. Pricing lined up with going straight to the shipper and was competitive with others too. 

Steven Morales
Everything went without issues
★★★★★

I recently shipped my SUV from the Big Island over to California and the whole process was pretty much flawless. The info they gave upfront was clear, so when shipping day came everything was ready and there were no hiccups. When I picked up the vehicle, it was clean and no damage at all. 

Amanda Lopez
They handled most of it
★★★★★

It was honestly really easy, and the rate was about $200 cheaper than other companies I checked. They picked up the car and kept me posted when it was ready. I didn’t have to do much besides empty the car and set up pickup. They handled the rest, which I appreciated. 

Cynthia Brooks
Way easier than expected
★★★★★

Very easy to work with and the instructions for shipping from the mainland to the Big Island were clear. The driver kept me updated through texts, calls, and emails, which helped a lot. My vehicle even showed up earlier than I expected. I thought shipping a car would be complicated, but it really wasn’t. Just a smooth experience overall.

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Dave loved the fast delivery Dave C.
★★★★★
Dave loved the fast delivery
My relocation to Chicago was fast, smooth and without any delay thanks to A1 Auto.
Courtney enjoyed the honest guidance Courtney J.
★★★★★
Courtney enjoyed the honest guidance
Just what you need when trusting someone with your wheels! Kudos to this company!
Jeff enjoyed the fair price Jeff D.
★★★★★
Jeff enjoyed the fair price
Moved my ride hassle-free with these folks.Fair pricing, no surprises. Definitely recommend them!
Maria enjoyed the special care and safety Maria L.
★★★★★
Maria enjoyed the special care and safety
Huge thanks to the movers – they were meticulous with my car. Love these guys.

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