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Shipping a Car From Washington to Alaska

Do you need to ship a car from Washington to Alaska? We can help! We ship cars from the lower 48 states through the state of Washington to Alaska all year round. For the fastest and safest Alaska auto transport, we ship all vehicles from Washington to Alaska on ships.

The ports we utilize to ship vehicles from Washington to Alaska include the Port of Tacoma in Tacoma, WA, which is about 30 miles south of Seattle, WA, and the Port of Alaska in Anchorage, AK. The ships leave the Port of Tacoma every Wednesday and Friday and arrive in the Port of Alaska in less than a week!

Most of our Alaska auto transports between Washington and Alaska are "open deck" transports as that is the most economical choice. If your vehicle must ship enclosed in a climate-controlled area, we also offer "below deck" (enclosed) shipping for an additional charge.

The process to ship a car from Washington to Alaska is easy. Once you book an auto transport order with us, we'll take care of all the paperwork and details. We'll ultimately provide you with a booking number with instructions on when and where to go to drop your vehicle off at the Port of Tacoma for shipment. Then within a week we'll notify you when your vehicle is ready to be picked up in Anchorage, AK.

If you aren't close to the Port of Tacoma to drop your vehicle off yourself, we can have your vehicle picked up at any location in Washington or any of the lower 48 states and have it trucked to the port for you.

To see what it currently costs to ship a car from Washington to Alaska, get an instant quote online or call us at (800) 656-7638.

How long does it take to ship a car from Washington to Alaska?

It takes approximately 6-7 days to ship a car or truck from Washington to Alaska.

We ship vehicles from the Port of Tacoma in Tacoma, WA to the Port of Alaska in Anchorage, AK. The ships leave the Port of Tacoma every Wednesday and Friday. Once your vehicle is dropped off at the Port of Tacoma, it will arrive at the Port of Alaska within a week!

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how much does it cost to ship a car to or from Washington to Alaska

How much does it cost to ship a car from Washington to Alaska?

As of February 2023, it costs $2,261 to ship a car from Tacoma, WA to Anchorage, AK, and $2,806 to ship a SUV or standard truck from Tacoma, WA to Anchorage, AK.

You can see how much it currently costs to ship a car from Washington to Alaska by getting an instant quote on our website, or by calling us at (800) 656-7638. Further down on this page we also display the most recent quotes we've provided for transports from Washington to Alaska to give you an idea of what it will cost.

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10/10

Route Availability

Based on recent dispatch reports, the carrier availability rating from Washington to Alaska is 10/10.

1,700 Nautical Miles

Approximate Distance

The center of each state is used to approximate mileage between locations.

6-7 Days

Estimated Transit Time

Estimated transit times are based on carriers traveling up to 500 miles per day.

How Does Shipping a Car
from Washington to Alaska work

Shipping your car has never been easier

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When ready, book your order. We will call you to confirm the details.

We pick up your vehicle

Our truck will pick up your vehicle at an agreed upon date location. After a vehicle inspection, we take care of the rest.

We deliver it to your door

Our drivers will call you when they are a day out to let you know their approximate ETA.

What Our Customers Say

J&S Transportation Auto Transport Reviews

I can’t say enough good things about my experience having my car shipped with J&S Transportation. I was a nervous nellie as I had not ever shipped a car before. I could have had my car shipped cheaper but I know that great customer experience is a value worth paying for! I will definitely use J&S for any future car shipping – no question!

Mary V, Washington

Thank you for taking care of my car for me. Everything has been received and it was on time for classes next week. Thank you for getting my car here safe and sound.

Edward H, Alaska

My auto transport went great. Fast and courteous service. Thank you!

Ron W, Alaska

Wonderful service! Your driver was on time and fully secured our car for the transport. Thanks!

Peg K, Washington

Most Recent Washington to Alaska Auto Transport Quotes

Quote Date Pickup Delivery Vehicle type
$3979 December 10 Nordland, WA Anchorage, AK Fullsize Truck
$3224 December 10 Seattle, WA Anchorage, AK Large SUV
$3231 December 09 Tacoma, WA Anchorage, AK Fullsize Truck
$3341 November 30 Tacoma, WA Anchorage, AK Compact Truck
$2927 November 26 Tacoma, WA Anchorage, AK Car
$2777 November 24 Tacoma, WA Anchorage, AK Car
$2377 November 14 Puyallup, WA Anchorage, AK Midsize SUV / Minivan
$2237 November 09 Puyallup, WA Anchorage, AK Compact SUV / Crossover
$3855 November 08 Seattle, WA Fairbanks, AK Midsize SUV / Minivan
$3346 November 05 Tacoma, WA Anchorage, AK Compact SUV / Crossover

Our goal is to deliver your vehicle
as safely and quickly as possible

Washington Auto Transport

As an auto transport company with over 20 years of experience serving the state of Washington, we have transported thousands of vehicles in and out of the state. It is one of the main states we ship in and out of as we work with private vehicle owners, auto auctions, and dealerships throughout the state. As a door-to-door auto transporter, we'll go anywhere throughout the state of Washington to ship a vehicle!

The two primary shipping corridors in the state are I-5 and I-90. We regularly transport vehicles to and from Seattle, Tacoma, and Olympia along I-5. Along I-90, we're regularly transporting vehicles to and from Spokane, Moses Lake, and Ellensburg. Those two shipping lanes and the cities along them are your best bets for the fastest and cheapest auto transports to and from Washington.

The most challenging car shipping areas in Washington are the northern portion of I-5 (Everett up to Bellingham) and anything west of Seattle and Tacoma in the heart of the Puget Sound (cities such as Gig Harbor, Bremerton, Port Orchard, Bainbridge Island, and Poulsbo). Transports in these areas will usually take longer and cost more – especially those in the heart of Puget Sound. In fact, we rarely send trucks over into the Puget Sound area because of the time and expense it can take. Most of our customers realize they can expedite their transports and save a lot of money by meeting a carrier in the Tacoma area.

Other challenging locations are all those towns and cities in Washington north of US Highway 2. This highway runs almost in a straight line from Spokane to Seattle. Anything north of that line is challenging. There aren't any interstates in that region of the state and the towns and cities are sparsely populated. Car carriers just aren't going in and out of those areas on a regular basis.

If you have a transport to or from Washington and you want to know what it will cost and how long it will take, get an instant quote on our website or call us at (800) 656-7638.

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Alaska Auto Transport

We ship cars between Alaska and the lower 48 states all year round. Our Alaska auto transports are done by ship for the safest and quickest transport. The shipping ports we use when shipping cars between Alaska and the lower 48 states are the Port of Alaska in Anchorage, AK and the Port of Tacoma in Tacoma, WA.

Most of our Alaska transports are shipped on an open deck because that is the cheapest Alaska shipping option, but if you need your vehicle fully protected in a climate-controlled area, we offer closed deck options as well.

We make the process of shipping a car to or from Alaska very easy and stress-free. We handle all the details and paperwork for you. All you have to do is drop your vehicle off or pick your vehicle up at either of the two ports. If that isn't possible, we will truck your vehicle to or from either of the ports. While we offer trucking throughout the lower 48 states, we only offer trucking options in Alaska between Fairbanks and Anchorage.

The ships leave the ports twice a week so when your vehicle is dropped off at the ports by you or by our trucks, it is safely loaded onto one of the ships setting sail that week. As soon as the ship leaves the port, your vehicle will be delivered to the other port within a week!

To find out what it currently costs to ship a car to or from Alaska, get an instant quote online or call us at (800) 656-7638.

FAQ

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How do I ship my car to or from Washington?

The first step is to get an instant quote on our website or by calling us at (800) 656-7638. The quote will give you a current price and the estimated time of delivery for your specific shipping route. From there you can book an order online or book an order with us over the phone.

Do you provide open and enclosed car shipping to or from Washington?

Yes! By default, our instant quotes are for open transports, but on the quote page you will also see the cost to ship a car enclosed.

What's included in the instant quote?

The instant quote is all inclusive. There are no sales tax, hidden fees, or additional charges of any kind. Insurance coverage is also included in the price you are given!

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discovery, American Express, and debit cards. We do not accept check or cash.