Shanghai → Vancouver freight rate

87 sailings · 10 carriers · transit 13–34 days

This week there are 87 sailings from Shanghai to Vancouver across 10 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $6,548 with HPL, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 13 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

40HC $6,548 · HPL · 13–34 days

Best tracked on-time performance: 27% (OOCL, 30 sailings).

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MSCCAPE SOUNIOUK643ACHINOOK2026-11-0919d$6,830$8,530
OOCLCMA CGM MONTE CRISTO004WAAS2026-11-0914d—$7,515
OOCLEVER SHINE161EPNW32026-11-0920d—$7,515
CMA—2026-11-0914d$901$1,001

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Vancouver 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 Vancouver?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Vancouver is $6,548 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Vancouver take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Vancouver takes around 13–34 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Vancouver?

Carriers currently sailing this route include MSC, OOCL, CMA, COSCO, EMC. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Vancouver?

We track 87 live sailings on the Shanghai → Vancouver lane, with multiple departures every week.

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