Boat Shipping

Boat shipping costs $2.00-$5.00 per mile depending on size and method. A 20-foot boat on its trailer over 1,000 miles runs $1,000-$2,500. A 30-foot boat on a cradle runs $1,500-$3,500. Larger yachts over 40 feet start at $5,000+.

Yes. We provide cradle transport where your boat is placed on a hydraulic cradle mounted on a flatbed. Cradle shipping is standard for sailboats, marina-stored boats, and any vessel without a road-worthy trailer.

Yes. Any boat+trailer combination wider than 8.5 feet requires oversize permits. We manage all state-by-state applications, route planning for bridge clearance, and escort vehicle coordination. All permit costs are included in your quote.

Yes. We coordinate directly with marinas for haul-out and liftout scheduling. The marina crane lifts your boat from the water, and our carrier loads it onto a cradle or your trailer. Marina liftout fees vary by location.

Oversize loads travel during daylight hours only (state regulations), averaging 200-400 miles per day. A 1,000-mile boat shipment takes 3-5 days. Standard-width boats on trailers travel faster at 400-500 miles per day.

Yes. Every carrier carries minimum $750,000 cargo insurance. For high-value boats and yachts, we recommend declared value coverage matched to your vessel's appraised value.

Usually no. Most sailboats require the mast to be stepped (removed) for transport due to height restrictions (13.5-foot bridge clearance). We can arrange professional mast stepping at both ends.

Yes. We deliver to marinas, boat ramps, docks, storage facilities, and private properties. We can also coordinate a splash-in (re-launch) at the destination marina.

Shrink-wrapping provides excellent protection against road debris, weather, and bugs during transport. We can arrange professional shrink-wrapping before pickup. It's recommended for long-distance and open-highway hauling.

Yes. Jet skis and PWCs are the cheapest watercraft to ship -- typically $500-$800 for 1,000 miles. They're loaded on open trailers or inside enclosed carriers. Multiple jet skis can often be grouped for discounts.

We need: boat length, beam width, overall height on trailer/cradle, weight, whether you have your own trailer, pickup location, and destination. Photos of the boat are helpful for accurate sizing.

Yes. Boat shipping is available year-round. Many customers ship boats south in fall for winter boating and north in spring. Off-season (winter) often has better rates due to lower demand.