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Minnetonka, Minnesota

Boat Transport & Hauling in Minnetonka, Minnesota

Door-to-door boat movers for Minnetonka owners. Firm quote from photos, permits inside the number.

Licensed & Insured Hennepin County crews Door-to-Door

Boat transport in Minnetonka starts at $600 and covers loading, transport, permits, and door-to-door delivery in one flat number.

ZIPs in Minnetonka:55305, 55343, 55345, 55391
Hennepin County:Minneapolis, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Plymouth, Eden Prairie, Edina
Oversize permits:handled before the truck rolls
Dale's take on Minnetonka

Minnetonka sits on the western edge of the Twin Cities metro, home to dozens of marinas, private docks, and waterfront properties. Boats end up here for every reason, seasonal storage, new purchases, trade-ins, estate settlements, marina relocations. And they need to move. Whether your boat is sitting in a slip, parked on a trailer in a driveway, or stranded after an accident, we handle the transport. We're a transport company that specializes in moving vessels of all sizes across Minnesota and beyond. Our fleet handles everything from small fishing boats to larger sailboats, and we measure each one, plan the route, and execute the haul with insurance coverage the whole way. Most calls come from people who've owned their boat for years and finally decided it's time. Some come from dealers, marinas, or insurance adjusters. All of them get the same thing: a straight answer about what it costs, when we can show up, and what happens next.

My crew hauls the vessel door to door with our truck and trailer, boat hauling from Minnetonka driveways and marina slips. Jobs in Deephaven often stack with a Minnetonka call, so the tow schedule moves fast. A boat bought without its paperwork sorted can still be moved, details on the Minnesota boat hauling page.

What's covered

What boat transport covers in Minnetonka

Boat transport in Minnetonka means moving your vessel safely from one location to another, whether you've just bought a boat and need delivery, you're shifting a sailboat into seasonal storage, or a marine dealer or repair shop needs transport. We handle all of it. Our boat movers show up with a properly equipped trailer and truck, assess your boat's size and dimension, and plan the route. The same route runs through Woodland and Hopkins, connecting marinas and private docks across Minnetonka. We cover everything from a small Sea Ray to a larger yacht, measuring the vessel, checking clearance, and securing it so there's no damage in transit. Our boat movers manage the full transportation process, from the dock where your boat sits to its final destination. We measure distance, coordinate with marina staff on handling requirements, and bid the job based on boat size, route complexity, and any coastal or inland factors. The service steps below show how scheduling works. The process steps below show how scheduling works.

Dale Hanson, owner, Hansons Boat Removal. Twenty years hauling boats out of driveways, marinas, and backyards across the country.

How boat hauling in Minnetonka works

  1. 1

    Send photos, dimensions, and both ZIP codes

    Hull length, beam, and height, both the pickup ZIP in Minnetonka and the drop-off. Photos of any tight access, gate widths, or slope get the quote right the first time.

  2. 2

    Get a flat quote the same day

    One number covers loading, transport, oversize permits, fuel, and door-to-door delivery. No hourly, no fuel surcharges added later at the curb.

  3. 3

    Schedule the pickup window in Minnetonka

    We confirm the date and a two- to four-hour arrival window the day before. The driver calls when the truck is an hour out so nobody stands around waiting.

  4. 4

    Load, lash, photograph, and transport

    The crew rigs the boat to the trailer, checks tie-downs and lights, and photographs the load before the wheels turn. Oversize permits, if needed, are already in hand.

  5. 5

    Delivery and photos at the drop

    At the drop the boat comes off the trailer under our own hands. You get the same photo record at delivery.

    Insurance runs load-to-unload. Certificate of coverage available before booking, not after something goes wrong.

The starting number at the top of this page is real. Distance, hull size, and season move it from there. Full ranges and the per-mile rule live on the Minnesota boat hauling pricing section.

Common questions about Minnetonka boat transport

How much does boat hauling cost in Minnetonka?
There is no flat quote until we see the boat and the route. The rates above show how short runs and long runs price differently. Send photos and both ZIP codes and the number comes back before we book.
How much is per mile to transport a boat?
The per-mile number drops as distance grows, because loading and lashing cost the same either way. The pricing section above shows the ranges we quote against.
Can you move a 40 ft boat?
Yes. Hydraulic trailers handle hulls that size, and oversize paperwork stays on our end, not yours. A larger vessel needs extra lead time to line up the trailer and route.
Are you the actual hauler or a broker?
Direct carrier, not a broker. The person who quotes is the person responsible. Your boat never gets resold to whichever driver bids lowest.
Is my boat insured during transport?
Insured door to door on our own coverage. You see the certificate before booking. Photos at load and drop are standard, on every job.
Do I need a permit to move my boat, and who handles it?
Wider loads need an oversize permit and our team pulls it before the truck leaves. You never file paperwork or contact a state office. That cost sits inside the flat quote already.
How far in advance should I book boat hauling in Minnetonka?
Two weeks is a good target. Peak season, more like three. Oversize hulls need extra runway to line up the trailer and pull the permit.

Other services we offer in Minnetonka

Whatever the job, our Minnesota crews handle it. Click any service for local details.

Get a free boat transport quote in Minnetonka

Send hull length and beam, pickup ZIP in Minnetonka, and the drop-off ZIP. You get one flat number covering loading, permits, transport, and door-to-door delivery, usually the same day.

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