Shanghai → Belfast freight rate

59 sailings · 6 carriers · transit 36–68 days

40HC $5,053 · 20ft $3,075 · ~64 days · OOCL

This week there are 59 sailings from Shanghai to Belfast across 6 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $5,019 with OOCL, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 36 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MSCMSC MARTINA MARIAQB627WBRITANNIA2026-07-1549d$3,860$5,940
MAERSKBANGKOK EXPRESS628WAE12026-07-1850d$3,767
CMACMA CGM VENDOME0FMGBW1MAFAL3/ISX2026-07-1860d$3,187$5,847
MAERSKSINGAPORE EXPRESS629WAE12026-07-2047d$3,415
COSCOEVER ARIA014WAEU52026-07-2236d$5,325$7,575
COSCOEVER ARIA014WAEU52026-07-2236d$5,325$7,575
MAERSKWILHELMSHAVEN EXPRESS630WAE12026-07-2454d$3,415$5,640
MAERSKWILHELMSHAVEN EXPRESS630WAE12026-07-2454d$3,415$5,640

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Belfast 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 Belfast?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Belfast is $5,053 for a 40ft HC container and $3,075 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Belfast take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Belfast takes around 64 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Belfast?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Belfast?

We track 59 live sailings on the Shanghai → Belfast lane, with multiple departures every week.

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