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Car Transport Kauai Near Me

Kauai, known as the ‘Garden Isle’ is the fourth largest island in Hawaii. Parts of the island have been featured in many major motion pictures including Jurassic Park in 1993, Donovan’s Reef in 1963, the musical South Pacific and more than 70 other big-box hits. Kauai is the most northernmost and oldest island of the Hawaiian Islands. The scenery is majestic with beautiful emerald valleys, tropical rain forests, waterfalls and rivers and beautiful mountain ranges. Snorkeling, horseback riding, zip lining, swimming and other outdoor recreation is always popular on the island. Families can enjoy Hula shows, child inspired playgrounds and structures and a great variety of fun and entertainment for all ages.

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Kauai Auto Transport Pricing & Time To Ship Your Car Examples

Last Updated: 2 days ago
Quick Answer: Shipping a car in Kauai, HI costs around $1,540 and takes 7–10 days.
Weather note: Rough Pacific waters can occasionally extend delivery times to Kauai.
See local transport rates and delivery estimates in the table below.

Shipping To/From Kauai	Cost	Distance	Estimated Time In Transit
Las Vegas to Kauai	$1719	2853 miles	6-7 days
Kauai to Denver	$2159	3599 miles	8-10 days
Kauai to Kansas City	$2456	4077 miles	10-12 days
Kauai to New York	$2582	4286 miles	10-12 days
Kauai to New Orleans	$2614	4340 miles	10-12 days
Minneapolis to Kauai	$2705	4508 miles	10-12 days
Chicago to Kauai	$2759	4598 miles	10-12 days
Atlanta to Kauai	$2790	4660 miles	10-11 days

*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and what type of vehicle you are shipping.

Auto Shipping FAQ’s

A-1 auto transport has answers to all of your Kauai auto shipping questions:

Do all Hawaii car shipping companies offer container transport for luxury cars? - While many companies will offer containerized shipping options there are some that only offer roll on/roll off shipping options. When you begin to contact Hawaii car shipping companies be sure to ask up front if they offer containerized shipping.

Can household goods be shipped at the same time the car shipped? - If the car is being shipped on a roll on/roll off shipping vessel you will only be able to ship a car at that time. If you are using containerized shipping, you will be able to load the vehicle as well as household goods into the shipping container to be shipped at the same time.
How long will it take for an automobile to ship from the mainland to the island? - It typically takes between two and four weeks before car to be delivered to the island from the mainland. This does not include the time it takes to the car to be picked up and delivered to the mainland exit port.
Our motor vehicles insured during shipment to Kauai? - All motor vehicles being shipped by sea to the island must be covered by the shipping companies insurance. You will want to check with the shipping company to find out what their coverage amount is. If you do not believe the coverage is high enough you may be able to upgrade the coverage amount for a higher fee or you can check with your private insurance carrier to add shipping coverage to your car during the time that it will be on the carrier.

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Professional Auto Shipping Companies

This guide will help you find reliable shipping services to Kauai:

Ocean Transport

Hawaiian Ocean Transport has been in business for more than 20 years and they offer transportation to and from the Hawaiian Islands. Departure ports are in Los Angeles and Oakland, California as well as Seattle, Washington. Arrival ports are in Honolulu, Nawiliwili, Kahului and Hilo, Hawaii.

5 Sand Island Access Road, Honolulu, HI

808-848-0315

The Tow Truck LLC

This Company provides towing, emergency wrecker and auto repair services in Maui. They are fully licensed and insured and are leading automobile towing company on the island.

3019 Peleke Street #1, Lihue, HI

808-651-9641

Pasha Transport Lines

Pasha Hawaii Transport Lines specializes in shipping motor vehicles, containers, and oversize cargo via ocean transport. They offer pickup and delivery to customers in California and have a variety of shipping options available. All shipments can be tracked directly from their website.

677 Ala Moana Boulevard #700, Honolulu, HI

866-363-7485

Neighborhood Areas We Serve

Our auto transport services are proud to help with your move in any of the neighborhoods you see below. And if you don't see your neighborhood listed here, don't worry because we can most likely service it.

Kukui'ulu	Poipu Aina Estates	Village at Poipu Phase I,
Kukui'ula Village	Poipu Beach Estates	Wainani at Kiahuna
Pili Mai at Poipu	Poipu Shopping Village Phase II,

How to ship a vehicle to Kauai from California

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I ship a car to or from Kauai?

Vehicle shipping to Kauai usually uses a port-to-port ocean move, with Nawiliwili on Kauai as the destination or origin terminal. Matson currently serves Nawiliwili from Long Beach and Oakland, and its published routing includes the Honolulu connection used for neighbor-island vehicle service. If your car starts away from a West Coast port, A1 can arrange the inland truck leg to the terminal. The Hawaii inter-island car shipping guide explains the island transfer portion.

How long does it take to ship a car to Kauai?

On the common Matson route, vehicle shipping to Kauai takes about 33-45 days from vessel sailing to availability at Nawiliwili. That window includes 5-8 sailing days, 3-5 days for loading and unloading, and 14-32 days for the neighbor-island barge segment. Kauai generally needs more time than Honolulu because of that added island connection. If A1 collects the car inland first, add the mainland truck transit before the ocean schedule starts.

What does Kauai car shipping cost?

As of August 13, 2026, Matson's published standard-vehicle rate is $2,600 from Long Beach or Oakland to Nawiliwili, while typical California-to-Kauai quotes fall around $2,200-$2,650. With mainland pickup included, a useful planning band is about $2,500-$3,500 from central U.S. origins and $2,800-$4,000 from the East Coast. Honolulu-to-Kauai automobile base freight is $356.38-$628.78 by registered weight before separate tariff adjustments and port-related charges. A1's car shipping rates guide explains the main quote inputs.

What do I need to prepare before shipping a car to or from Kauai?

For a standard Matson shipment to or from Kauai, wash the vehicle, remove personal belongings, and leave the fuel level between one-eighth and one-quarter tank. You also need the booking number, a driver's license at drop-off, and keys for the ignition and locking compartments. For a Nawiliwili-to-mainland shipment, Matson requires current title and registration; owner or lienholder authorization applies in the situations Matson specifies. Check your booked carrier's instructions before going to the terminal because requirements can differ by carrier.

Can I ship a car from Oahu to Kauai?

Yes. You can ship a car from Oahu to Kauai by barge, with the Kauai leg using Nawiliwili. Young Brothers' current tariff lists one-way Honolulu-to-Nawiliwili automobile base freight of $356.38 for vehicles up to 2,500 pounds, $434.36 for 2,501-4,000 pounds, and $628.78 for 4,001-6,500 pounds. Those rates apply to operable vehicles within the tariff's automobile limits, and separate adjustments and port-related charges may apply. Reservations are required, and Young Brothers advises booking at least two weeks ahead.

Can I have my car picked up from my home on the mainland?

Yes. A1 can arrange door-to-port pickup on the mainland, so a truck carrier collects your car and takes it to the booked ocean terminal. Door-to-door service reaches the requested address as closely as safely permitted; narrow streets, low clearances, gated access, or other truck restrictions can require a nearby meeting point. The ocean schedule begins after the inland handoff, so plan the pickup leg separately from the Kauai vessel timeline. A1's door-to-door auto transport service explains how mainland pickup works.

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