Port of Oakland Car Shipping Company, CA

Shipping Cars To or From the Port of Oakland

Oakland is a major port city in Alameda County, Northern California. The Port of Oakland is a unique medium port that serves three masters: a thriving seaport, a lively airport, and commercial real estate. As such, this Pacific Coast treasure is often abuzz with activity from all three facets and is ranked the 5th busiest port in the United States.

Take a look at the logistics of shipping cars to or from the Port of Oakland.

Estimated Pricing & Time For Delivery

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

Choosing An Appropriate Method Of Moving

The Port of Oakland allows for Shipping containers, Ro-Ro and break-bulk modes of dispatch. Of these three, Ro-Ro is the most popular. Here, shippers will get your vehicle shipped by driving it on or off select vessels without requiring the use of a crane. In the event you are moving a non-motorized vehicle, your vehicle will be loaded and unloaded from the ship by way of towing. Ro-Ro vessels and car carriers have unique enclosed decks that mirror a run-of-the-mill multi-story parking garage. Although this method is quite cost-friendly to get your car transported, it does not offer sufficient protection from the elements.

If your discharge port does not have the option of shipping via Ro-Ro, your only recourse is the conventional break bulk or container shipping. In breakbulk, your vehicle will be loaded in a container alongside other vehicles, whereas in container shipping, your vehicle is loaded in a 20ft container by itself.

The downside to traditional break-bulk is that your automobile could be subject to cosmetic damage when unloading and or loading, seeing as ropes or chains must be used. One wrong move could easily dent your car. On the flip side, if done right, your automobile will enjoy added protection from the elements at half the cost of container shipping.

Paperwork

Listed below are the most necessary documents for shipping cars to or from the port of Oakland.

At the harbour:

Six copies of the dock receipt specifying the make, year, serial number, plus model of the automobile to be shipped. It also includes the booking number of your carrier, port of discharge and loading, and vessel name.

Us custom requirements

Original proof of ownership document

Copies of the certificate of origin

Stamped and signed copy of dock receipt issued by loading port

The US customs will run the vehicle identification number through the NCIC system to ascertain that the automobile has not been reported stolen. This process will take close to 72 hours before your car can be cleared for overseas shipment.

Choosing A Firm Offering Excellent Maritime Insurance

Invest in good marine insurance when shipping cars to or from the Port of Oakland. Let the car shipping experts explain in detail the tiers of marine insurance coverage they offer and to what extent each protects you. The standard one is often 2% of the total value of the automobile and caters for any damage while in transit as well as possible theft. However, if your budget permits, the best maritime insurance is that which covers up to 2.5% of the total value of the automobile. At A-1 auto transport, we offer individualized insurance coverage.

Please reach out to us if you need any assistance.

Neighbourhood Areas We Serve

Our auto transport services are proud to help with your vehicle shipping 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 transport car to or from there.

Includes ZIP codes:

94607