How long does it take to ship a car to Puerto Rico?

Total transit is 7–14 days: pickup and trucking to the Jacksonville, FL port (1–5 days), the sailing to San Juan (3–4 days, multiple departures weekly), plus port processing and release.

What documents do I need to ship a car to Puerto Rico?

You need the vehicle title (or lienholder authorization letter), a government-issued photo ID, and vehicle registration. Vehicles arriving in Puerto Rico are subject to an excise tax (arbitrios) assessed by Hacienda based on the vehicle's value — our agents help you estimate it before you ship.

Can I ship a car from Puerto Rico to the mainland?

Yes — we ship both directions daily, door-to-port or port-to-door. From Puerto Rico to Florida or any U.S. state, we handle San Juan port intake, the sailing, and mainland trucking to your door.

Can I leave personal items in the car when shipping to Puerto Rico?

No — ocean carriers require the vehicle to be empty except factory equipment. Loose items can be rejected at the port or delay your shipment.

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Puerto Rico Car Shipping — To or From Any U.S. City

Vehicle shipping between the mainland and Puerto Rico — door-to-port or port-to-door. We handle the trucking, the ocean freight, and the San Juan port paperwork. Orgullosos de ser una compañía de latinos sirviendo a nuestra gente.

From $895 all-inclusive — ocean freight included
7–14 days total transit, multiple sailings weekly
Door-to-port or port-to-door — your choice
Puerto Rico customers: (787) 777-1028 · Bilingual agents on every line

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Quick answer: Shipping a car between the U.S. mainland and Puerto Rico costs $895–$1,795 depending on origin and takes 7–14 days. Service is door-to-port or port-to-door, and a deposit at booking secures your sailing spot. Vehicles sail from Jacksonville, FL to the Port of San Juan. You'll need your title, photo ID, and to budget for Puerto Rico's excise tax (arbitrios) on arriving vehicles. If your instant quote seems high — book it anyway. Our team reviews every order and will do everything possible to find you the best rate.

Puerto Rico Shipping Quote

Flat rate in minutes · Ocean freight included · Book online 24/7

Book online 24/7: fill out the free quote form and you'll have the option to book your order online at the end of the quote. As soon as your order comes in, our dispatcher starts working on the next available spot for your car.

Prefer to talk? Call or Text (800) 320-1050 Puerto Rico customers: (787) 777-1028 · Bilingual agents on every line · Quote look high? Book anyway — we'll work to find a better rate.

Pricing

Cost to Ship a Car to Puerto Rico

One flat rate — door-to-port or port-to-door — covering trucking, the sailing to San Juan, and port handling. No hidden fees; a deposit at booking secures your spot.

From / To Puerto Rico	Typical Price*	Total Transit Time
Miami / South Florida	$895–$1,195	7–10 days
Orlando / Tampa / Jacksonville	$895–$1,195	7–10 days
Atlanta	$995–$1,295	8–12 days
New York / New Jersey / Philadelphia	$1,095–$1,495	9–14 days
Boston / Hartford	$1,145–$1,545	9–14 days
Chicago	$1,195–$1,545	10–14 days
Houston / Dallas	$1,195–$1,595	10–14 days
Los Angeles / West Coast	$1,395–$1,795	12–16 days

*Standard running sedan, open transport, including ocean freight. SUVs/trucks and enclosed transport quoted on request. Same ranges apply shipping from Puerto Rico to the mainland. Call or text (800) 320-1050 for your exact flat rate.

The Process

How Shipping a Car to Puerto Rico Works

Pickup & Trucking

A carrier picks up your vehicle at your door anywhere in the U.S. and trucks it to the Jacksonville, FL port. Inspection documented at pickup.

Ocean Freight to San Juan

Your vehicle sails to the Port of San Juan — departures multiple times per week, 3–4 days at sea. We handle booking and port paperwork.

Port Release & Delivery

We guide you through the excise tax (arbitrios) release with Hacienda, and you pick up your vehicle at the Port of San Juan. Shipping from the island? Port-to-door service delivers to your mainland address.

📄 Documents You'll Need

• Vehicle title (or lienholder authorization letter)
• Government photo ID
• Vehicle registration
• Vehicle must be empty of personal items (ocean carrier rule)
• Quarter tank of fuel or less

🏛️ Puerto Rico Excise Tax (Arbitrios)

Vehicles arriving in Puerto Rico are assessed an import excise tax by Hacienda based on the vehicle's value. It's paid before port release. Our bilingual agents help you estimate your arbitrios before you ship, so there are no surprises at the port.

🏢 Dealers & Auction Buyers

Buying at Copart, IAAI, or Manheim and shipping inventory to Puerto Rico? We run auction-to-island pipelines daily with dealer rate sheets and a dedicated account rep. Visit our dealership page →

🗓️ Sailing Schedules

Need exact departure dates and vessel schedules for the Jacksonville–San Juan route? See our dedicated Puerto Rico shipping site: PuertoRicoShip.com.

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City Routes

Puerto Rico Car Shipping by City

Detailed guides for the routes we run most — pricing, transit times, and pickup logistics for your metro.

Shipping a Car TO Puerto Rico → Shipping a Car FROM Puerto Rico → Miami ↔ Puerto Rico Orlando ↔ Puerto Rico Tampa ↔ Puerto Rico Jacksonville ↔ Puerto Rico New York ↔ Puerto Rico Philadelphia ↔ Puerto Rico Newark, NJ ↔ Puerto Rico Boston ↔ Puerto Rico Hartford ↔ Puerto Rico Chicago ↔ Puerto Rico Atlanta ↔ Puerto Rico Houston ↔ Puerto Rico Dallas ↔ Puerto Rico Los Angeles ↔ Puerto Rico

Preguntas · Questions

Puerto Rico Car Shipping FAQ

How much does it cost to ship a car to Puerto Rico?

From Florida: $895–$1,195. From the Northeast: $1,095–$1,495. From the West Coast: $1,395–$1,795. All-inclusive flat rate with ocean freight. A deposit at booking secures your sailing spot.

How long does it take?

7–14 days total: trucking to Jacksonville (1–5 days), sailing to San Juan (3–4 days, multiple weekly departures), then port processing and release.

What documents do I need?

Title (or lienholder letter), photo ID, and registration. The vehicle must be empty of personal belongings and have a quarter tank or less of fuel.

What is the Puerto Rico excise tax (arbitrios)?

An import tax assessed by Hacienda on vehicles arriving in Puerto Rico, based on the vehicle's value. It must be paid before the port releases your car. Ask our agents for an estimate before you ship.

Do you ship from Puerto Rico to the mainland too?

Yes — daily, both directions. San Juan to Florida, New York, Texas, or any U.S. state — door-to-port or port-to-door.

Can you ship auction cars from Copart or IAAI to Puerto Rico?

Yes — auction pickup with gate release, trucking to port, and ocean freight to San Juan. Dealers get rate sheets and a dedicated rep.

What if my instant quote seems high?

Book it anyway — we review every order and will do everything possible to find a better rate, especially if you're flexible on the pickup window.

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