Licensed Broker • Insured Carriers • Nationwide
Boat Transport Across the U.S., Handled Start to Finish
From bass boats to cabin cruisers, BoatHaul plans the move, books a vetted carrier with the right trailer, and keeps you updated until your boat is delivered.
Why BoatHaul
Boat Shipping Backed by a Licensed Freight Brokerage
BoatHaul is the boat transport division of 10-4 Global, an FMCSA-licensed freight broker (MC 1462111) based in Indianapolis. We don't hand your boat to the first truck on a load board. We confirm your boat's real dimensions, pick a carrier who hauls boats and runs the right trailer, verify their authority and insurance, and stay with you until delivery.
Trusted by boat owners across the United States.
Services
Boat Transport Services
Sailboat Transport
Keel support, mast and rigging secured, routes planned around height.
- Keelboats & catamarans
- Mast unstepping coordinated
- Height-cleared routes
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Why Choose Us
Why Boat Owners Choose BoatHaul
Every carrier vetted
Active authority, safety record and cargo insurance checked before dispatch
One coordinator, start to finish
The person who quotes you is the person who calls you at delivery
The right trailer for your hull
Hydraulic boat trailers, flatbeds and step decks matched to your boat
Permits and escorts handled
Wide and oversize loads routed and permitted state by state
Updates you don't have to chase
At pickup, in transit and before delivery
All-in pricing, no hidden fees
The price we quote is the price you pay, permits and escorts included
How Boat Transport Works
Four steps from quote to delivery. Most customers spend about ten minutes on their part.
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Request a quote
Tell us the boat type, length, beam, height, whether it's on a trailer, and the pickup and delivery locations.
- 02
We plan and book
We match a carrier and trailer to your boat, handle any permits, and confirm a pickup window.
- 03
Pickup and transport
The carrier inspects and photographs your boat, notes its condition on the bill of lading, then loads and secures it.
- 04
Delivery
You inspect the boat with the driver, sign off, and you're done.
Ready to Ship Your Boat?
Whether it's a 16-foot fishing boat going across the state or a cruiser heading to Florida for the winter, we'll give you a straight quote and a real pickup date.
Talk to a Boat Transport Coordinator
Call or email and you'll reach the person handling your move, not a call center.
Direct Contact
Frequently asked questions
Find answers to the most common questions about our boat transportation services, including scheduling, pricing, insurance, preparation, and delivery. Our team is here to make the process simple, transparent, and stress-free.
Price depends on distance, boat length and width, whether it needs a trailer, and permits. Every boat is quoted individually. See what affects boat transport cost or request a free quote.
Fishing and bass boats, center consoles, bowriders, ski and wake boats, pontoons, cabin cruisers, sailboats, catamarans, yachts and personal watercraft.
Every carrier we book must carry active cargo insurance, which we verify before dispatch. For high-value boats we confirm the carrier's coverage limit with you before booking. We also recommend checking whether your own boat policy covers transit.
Most moves deliver within a few days to two weeks depending on distance, permits and pickup timing. Your quote includes an estimated window.
Yes. If your boat is on a road-ready trailer, we can tow it on your trailer. If not, the carrier brings a boat trailer.
Yes. We pick up and deliver at homes, marinas, dealers and storage yards wherever a truck and trailer can safely get in.
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