Is there a way to get to Hawaii without flying?

You can take a cruise ship, with all the trappings, from various points along the west coast of North America. It is about 4.5 days at sea each way, and include daily stops at some of the major ports. The problem is that you cannot choose your own schedule or stay in Hawaii or on one island as long as you want.



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In the past, most people came to Hawaii by ship. And apparently there are still cruises that call on Hawaii ports from the mainland. One can also come via their own boat, if they really know what they're doing. The vast majority of visitors, however, will pass through Hawaii's airports.

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With convenient roundtrip cruise departures from Los Angeles, San Francisco or Vancouver, it's easy to cruise to Hawaii in style and avoid the hassle of a long, boring plane flight to paradise. And if you're on the West Coast, it's even easier to sail — local residents can drive in and sail on the same day!

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It isn't possible to drive to Hawaii from the mainland United States. The only way to get your car there is by shipping it. Fortunately, it's incredibly easy and cost effective to fly to the islands and rent a car there, saving you time and money.

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There is no Hawaii ferry for you to drive your car onto; there are only ferries that run between several islands. Not only can auto transport truckers drive the car all the way to the freighter, but they can also arrange for that section of the journey as well.

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Although there are no direct passenger ferries, freight ships do make the journey between California and Hawaii. These cargo vessels transport goods and supplies between the two regions, ensuring a steady flow of essential items.

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The Gist: While it can cost anywhere from $950 to $3,000 to ship a car to Hawaii, top provider Montway Auto Transport shared an estimate of between $1,500 and $2,100 for their services.

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Taking a cruise is far cheaper overall than flying into the islands and booking a hotel stay. Not only do you get the already paid for food from the cruise ship, but you also get to see all the islands. If you do not mind spending longer at sea than on land, maybe a cruise is a better option.

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While prices for Hawaiian cruises vary depending on the cruise line, on a typical 14-day sailing, you can expect to pay between $1,200 and $4,500 (and up), which breaks down to around $85 to $321 per day.

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At present, there are no public ferry services that operate directly between California and Hawaii. This is mainly due to the long distance and logistical challenges involved in such a voyage.

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Amtrak trains stop in almost all U.S. states. The exception is South Dakota, Wyoming, Hawaii and Alaska.

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Whether you're looking for an affordable Maui dinner cruise or a 7-day Hawaii cruise from Florida, Expedia offers a wide range of cruises to choose from.

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If you're short on time, here's a quick answer to your question: The cost to take a boat from California to Hawaii can range anywhere from $3,000 to $10,000 or more, depending largely on the size and type of vessel, fuel costs, supplies, insurance, maintenance, harborage fees and other expenses.

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Car shipping from California to Hawaii typically takes between one and two weeks because it's a form of long-distance auto transport. If you're driving to a port in California, take additional time into account when preparing for the shipment so that your vehicle doesn't miss the boat.

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It takes between 2-3 weeks to sail from Los Angeles to Hawaii. High-performance boats are able to reach Hawaii within a week. However, they are likely to sail a different, more challenging route. At an average sailing speed of 4 knots (which is usual), it will take 14 days.

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