Shipping Cars To Or From Port Of Angeles, Washington
The Port of Angeles, Washington is a small harbor located on the Strait of Juan de Fuca. It is surrounded by the port of Anacortes and the port of Seattle in the southwest and northwest respectively. The harbor contributes to the economy of Washington as it supports many industries in the area. It is also linked to the islands of British Columbia and Victoria by ferry, making it ideal for shipping cars to or from Port of Angeles, Washington and its environs. A-1 Auto Transport uses the port to transport motorcycles and vehicles such as sedans, SUVs, and classic cars.
Cost & Time To Ship Your Car Examples
| Shipping To/From | Cost | Distance | Estimated Time In Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle to Port Of Angeles | $82 | 82 miles | 1-2 days |
| Portland to Port Of Angeles | $230 | 230 miles | 2-4 days |
| Port Of Angeles to Salt Lake City | $711 | 949 miles | 3-5 days |
| Las Vegas to Port Of Angeles | $739 | 1233 miles | 4-6 days |
| Minneapolis to Port Of Angeles | $1066 | 1777 miles | 5-7 days |
| Port Of Angeles to Washington, D.C. | $1153 | 2884 miles | 7-9 days |
| Indianapolis to Port Of Angeles | $1183 | 2367 miles | 6-8 days |
| Port Of Angeles to New York | $1189 | 2973 miles | 7-9 days |
*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and what type of vehicle you are shipping.
Why car shipping from Port of Angeles is ideal
Since its establishment, the port of Angeles has been one of the busiest sea ports in Washington. It is a full-service harbor that offers port users modern buildings that have been designed with their needs in mind. Some of the structures on the port that makes it stand out include several marine terminals, multiple marinas, and a boat yard. Also, the harbor owns a ferry service to make movement from one side of the port to another much easier.
The Port of Angeles handles a wide range of imports and exports on a daily basis. The goods are shipped in an out of the harbor as containerized, break bulk, and bulk cargo. It is also the entryway for ships that want to access Seattle and Puget Sound using the Strait of Juan de Fuca. A-1 Auto Transport also uses the entryway when shipping cars to or from Port of Angeles, Washington. In addition, the port is also an access route to Asia which is a common destination for auto transporters shipping internationally.
The deep-water terminals at Port of Angeles are able to accommodate a large variety of commercial vessels transporting shipping containers and heavy lift cargo. It is a small port, and as such, it can only handle five shipping vessels at one go. However, there are plans underway to expand them in the future. The terminals are able to handle diverse inbound cargo including automobiles which are regularly brought in by shipping companies from overseas or local areas within the US.
There are many deep water berths at the port of Angeles and they all have the capacity to accommodate shipping vessels that are 1200 feet long. They can also hold ships with drafts which extend to 35 feet, including supertankers and barges. The berths are serviced by a skilled workforce assigned to assist in the loading and unloading of bulk cargo and placing them in storage or on car carriers. Truck drivers find the assistance offered by the workers of value because of the time it saves them.
Hi-tech equipment operated by skilled technicians makes the services at the port terminals fast. The machinery is available for shipping companies using either the private or public terminals. The port is equipped with mobile cranes, log stackers, and forklifts that are mostly used to move cargo, and also load and unload it from shipping vessels or trucks.
Looking for a company that transports cars within the US or abroad? We have been shipping cars to or from Port of Angeles, Washington for many years and offer the best services in the country. Call us today!
Written By:Joe Webster
Joe Webster began his journey in the auto transport field by attending the University of Southern California (USC), where he graduated with a Bachelor of Business Marketing.
After college, he started his career in the auto transport industry from the bottom up and has done virtually every job there is to do at A-1 Auto Transport, including but not limited to: Truck Driver, Dispatch, Sales, PR, Bookkeeping, Transport Planner, Transport Manager, International Transport Manager, Brokering, Customer Service, and Marketing. Working with his mentor Tony Taylor, Joe Webster has learned the ins and outs of this industry which is largely misunderstood.
With over 30 years experience in the industry, we've been helping people ship their vehicles, motorcycles, RV's, heavy equipment, household goods and more across the country or overseas without a hitch. Ask us anything.
