Port of Barbers Point Car Shipping Company, HI

Shipping Cars To Or From Port Of Barbers Point

The Port of Barbers Point, also known as Barbers Point Harbor, is in Honolulu County, Hawaii. The harbor has specialized cargo handling equipment and facilities not found in the nearby Honolulu harbor. The harbor, which is 1,800 feet wide; 2,300 feet long; and 38 feet deep, is large enough to accommodate break-bulk cargo ships and other large ships such as RORO vessels.

Port Of Barbers Point Auto Transport Pricing & Time To Ship Your Car Examples

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

Car shipping Harbor

Shipping cars to or from port of Barbers Point is done at pier 5 and pier 6. These piers handle containers and dry bulk cargo ships such as RORO vessels. Therefore, car carriers can use the conventional container method to transport cars or the more affordable RORO shipping method. The port also has storage facilities that can be used to temporarily store cars as they await shipping.

Access and location

The harbor is located on the southwest stretch of the Oahu island, which is also called Honolulu county. From the inland of the Oahu island, the harbor is easily accessible via road. Hawaii is a US state made up islands and Oahu is one of them. The only way to access the island from mainland US is via air or water. The closest airport to the port is Kalaeloa Airport.

Why ship a car?

The port is a good entry point into the island, which is a major tourist attraction for its diverse culture and beautiful beaches. Many people prefer touring the island in their cars which explains why there is high demand for shipping cars to or from port of Barbers Point. During the peak months of summer, it is better to use this port because it is less busy compared to the port of Honolulu.

Who ships cars

Most of our customers requiring auto transport to and from Barbers point are individuals touring the island. Our other customers are car dealerships transporting cars to and from the island for sale. Car dealerships can benefit from our services as we offer discounts for shipping multiple cars.

What to consider before transporting a car

Foreign citizens transporting vehicles to the island should consider the US Customs and Border Protection regulations on car importation. It is very costly to clear a car that does not conform to the set standards unless it qualifies for the exemptions outlined by the CBP. US citizens only need to carry their driver’s license.

How long does it take to ship cars?

The time the shipment takes is dependent on the location and distance. The shipping schedule to and from the harbor and the weather also affect the shipping duration. After a container cargo ship sets sail, it will take another 6 to 7 days from the US west coast to the port of Barbers point. Always make arrangements for overseas car shipping months in advance to allow the car transport company enough time to schedule a delivery time frame convenient to you.

A-1 Auto Transport is the best port of Barbers Point auto transporter. We schedule regular shipments to locations in the Hawaiian island, where Oahu island is our most popular destination. Call us or visit this page for a free quote.

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.

Includes ZIP codes:

96707