Ship a Car to the Virgin Islands from the USA
What does it take to ship a car from the U.S mainland to the Virgin Islands? Ship DEI is one of the most experienced auto shipment companies in the United States. We have been transporting cars to the Virgin Islands for over 2 decades. If you need peace of mind while your car is being shipped to it’s destination, get a free quote today!
How Does the Process Work?
If you plan to ship a car from the U.S. mainland to the U.S. Virgin Islands, it’s a bit different than shipping your car to other parts of the mainland. There are a few more logistical challenges involved, but it’s nothing we can’t handle here at Direct Express Inc. They don’t call us the most experienced auto shipment company around for nothing!
We have a lot of experience shipping cars, even from remote areas like the Virgin Islands. Your first step is to get a quote from a reputable vehicle shipping company. In fact, you can get an instant quote from us right here on our website.
For the last three decades, we have been expertly handling the vehicle export and import clearance process to the Virgin Islands from the U.S. mainland. It’s our goal to make sure your vehicle gets from one destination to another safely, affordably, and efficiently.
Our dependable network of ground auto transporters form the backbone of our business. They can collect your car from anywhere in the United States for shipping to the Virgin Islands. Did you know we also ship to other countries such as the UK, New Zealand, and Japan?
Get your instant quote now online or call us at +001.310.324.2100.
Top Destinations We Service in The Virgin Islands

Direct Express Inc. ships to these top cities/ports in the Virgin Islands:
✓ Charlotte Amalie
✓ Christiansted
✓ Port Alucroix
✓ Third Port
✓ St. Croix
✓ Limetree Bay
We are able to keep our prices so low mainly because we do our best to maximize container space. This means your vehicle will share space with others to defray the costs for all involved.
Top Departure Ports to the Virgin Islands in the USA
We ship cars to the Virgin Islands from the following U.S. mainland ports:
- Los Angeles, CA
- Houston, TX
- Savannah, GA
- New Jersey, NJ
When you need a car shipped to remote destinations like the Virgin Islands, rely on our far-reaching experience shipping cars to these stunning islands, known for their water sports, shipwreck dives, waves, pristine beaches, and underwater adventures.
Here are some more services we offer in the Virgin Islands:
- Flat racks
- Commodities
- Moving of household goods and personal effects
- Ocean freight
- Roll on/roll-off
- Oversize cargo
- Commercial cargo
- Air freight
- Export/import
Vehicles We Ship to the Virgin Islands
Following is a list of vehicles we ship to the Virgin Islands in addition to cars:
- Convertibles
- Minivans
- Vans
- RVs
- Motorcycles
- Yachts
- Boats
- Snowmobiles
- Snowmobiles
- Jet skis
- SUVs
- Pick-up trucks
- ATVs
- Classic, luxury, sports, vintage, and restoration project cars
How Long Does it Take to Ship a Car to the Virgin Islands?
Transit times to the Virgin Islands from the U.S mainland when shipping your car via ocean freight are between 14 and 17 days. It will all depend on the locations of the departure and destination ports.
When booking a car shipment company, you want to ensure you’re getting the best in personalized services. That’s why you can count on us, as we are car lovers ourselves! This means we treat your car like we would treat our own: with care and precision.
We will need to know vehicle type, year/make/model you are shipping in order to give you an accurate price quote. Please also advise us if the car can be driven or not, as well as what the departure and destination ports are.
In addition to the above, the shipping option you choose will impact transit times. We offer:

RORO Shipping
RoRo shipping: This is our most popular cost option for customers with cars that are operable and can get onto the ship of their own power.
Air Freight
Air freight: It’s not uncommon for people shipping cars to auto shows to select this option. Just be aware that this is the most expensive choice. That being said, the transit time is reduced to a couple of days as opposed to two or three weeks.

Container Shipping
Container shipping: Your car will share space on a container with five others, only an option if your car doesn’t work. This is the cheapest option.
What Do You Need to Ship a Car to the Virgin Islands?
There are certain documents you will need to provide us if you want to ship your car to the Virgin Islands. Since this is a U.S. territory, the documentation isn’t quite as extensive as a foreign country. The following documents are required when shipping a car from the U.S to the Virgin Islands:
- Copy of the vehicle’s title
- Copy of the owner’s photo ID

The Process of Shipping a Car to the Virgin Islands
We follow a general set of processes when it comes to shipping your car to the Virgin Islands. Here’s a look at what you can expect:
- You or one of our drivers will drop off the car at the closest terminal in the U.S.
- Our team will secure your car inside the container or ship at the departure terminal. During the loading process, we take photos that you can view online so you can see the protections that are in place.
- Your car will sail to the destination terminal of your choosing in the Virgin Islands, with online tracking of your shipment available.
- When the car arrives at the desired port, you will pick up your car or have one of our drivers pick it up for you and deliver it to your door.
How Much Does it Cost to Ship a Car to the Virgin Islands?
The cost of shipping a car to the Virgin Islands from the U.S mainland starts at $1500. But your final price tag will ultimately depend on a number of factors.
For instance, you will pay more to ship a large car or truck over a small sedan or compact car. The cost will also vary with which departure port in the United States your car leaves from.
Keep in mind, there is no duty when shipping a car that was manufactured in the U.S. However, when shipping a car that was manufactured elsewhere, you will have to pay duty.
Our Promise to You
Navigating the process of car shipping to the Virgin Islands on your own can be daunting. We have your back, which gives our customers great peace of mind. Whether you plan to move here and want your car to come too, or you just bought a vintage car back in the U.S. and want it shipped to the Virgin Islands, we’ve got you covered.
Our staff does this every day, so you know we have a secure grasp of the ins and outs of car shipping to the Virgin Islands. And with thousands of monthly sailings, you can bet many people over the years have chosen us for our stress-free auto shipping process. You will appreciate our experienced customer service team skilled in logistics and customs clearance.
Get your FREE quote on car shipping to the Virgin Islands today when you call or click. We can be reached at +001.310.324.2100 or you can complete our online form.