Shanghai → Brisbane freight rate

34 sailings · 9 carriers · transit 14–37 days

This week there are 34 sailings from Shanghai to Brisbane across 9 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,330 with YML, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 14 days. Most services sail direct.

40HC $4,330 · YML · 14–37 days

Best tracked on-time performance: 2% (ONE, 93 sailings).

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
HPLEVER ENVOY205SCAT2026-11-0926d$2,263$4,513
MSC—2026-11-0917d$2,750$5,500
ONE—2026-11-0923d$2,607$5,182
ZIM—2026-11-1025d$2,580$5,150

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Brisbane lane are live carrier spot prices from public listings. They move week to week with capacity, fuel and demand, so we refresh them daily to help you time your booking. For a firm, all-in price including local charges and surcharges, request a quote and we match your shipment to a vetted forwarder.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to ship a container from Shanghai to Brisbane?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Brisbane is $4,330 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Brisbane take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Brisbane takes around 14–37 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Brisbane?

Carriers currently sailing this route include HPL, MSC, ONE, ZIM, COSCO. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Brisbane?

We track 34 live sailings on the Shanghai → Brisbane lane, with multiple departures every week.

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