Cost to Ship an RV to Hawaii: $2,500–$6,000+

Shipping a recreational vehicle from the U.S. mainland to Hawaii typically costs $2,500–$6,000 for a medium-sized RV (~26 ft). Factors affecting price:

• Size/Weight: Larger/heavier RVs cost more; over-height/width requires special handling.
• Departure Port: West Coast (LA, Oakland, Seattle) cheaper than East/Gulf Coast.
• Season: Peak (Dec–Apr) rates 20–30% higher.
• Shipping Method: Roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vs. container (more protection, higher cost).
• Carrier: Matson, Pasha, Sause Bros, Horizon—compare quotes.
• Prep: Drain tanks, secure contents, disable alarms, provide keys.
• Documentation: Title, registration, insurance, notarized authorization if not owner.
• Hawaii Requirements: Safety inspection, weight certificate, county registration within 30 days.

Timeline: 2–4 weeks sailing + 1–2 weeks port processing. Plan 2–3 months ahead.

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