Shanghai → Liverpool freight rate

6 sailings · 1 carriers · transit 49–64 days

This week there are 6 sailings from Shanghai to Liverpool across 1 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $5,225 with CMA, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 49 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

40HC $5,225 · CMA · 49–64 days

Best tracked on-time performance: 68% (MSC, 22 sailings).

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
CMAEVER GIVEN0SCLVW1MAFAL8/ISX2026-11-0949d$3,700$5,275
CMAEVER EVEN0SCLXW1MAFAL8/ISX2026-11-1154d$3,700$5,275
CMACMA CGM ZHENG HE0FLNFW1MAFAL/ISX2026-11-1253d$3,675$5,225
CMACMA CGM PANTHEONFL3060W19FAL3/ISX2026-11-1564d$4,325$6,025

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Liverpool 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 Liverpool?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Liverpool is $5,225 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Liverpool take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Liverpool takes around 49–64 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Liverpool?

Carriers currently sailing this route include CMA. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Liverpool?

We track 6 live sailings on the Shanghai → Liverpool lane, with multiple departures every week.

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