Shanghai → Tokyo freight rate

32 sailings · 2 carriers · transit 1–8 days

40HC $890 · 20ft $460 · ~3 days · COSCO

This week there are 32 sailings from Shanghai to Tokyo across 2 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $890 with COSCO, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 1 days. Most services sail direct.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MAERSKRIO KOBE630EASIA SHUTTLE 62026-07-212d$1,417
MAERSKCONSERO627NV6R2026-07-252d$1,350$2,100
MAERSKMILD TUNE628NV6R2026-07-268d$1,050$1,450
MAERSKGLORY GUANDONG630EV6R2026-07-263d$1,417$1,680
COSCOCONFIDENCE036ESKT62026-07-313d$460$890
COSCOCONSILIA010ESKT52026-08-011d$460$890
COSCOESTIMA253ESKT72026-08-013d$460$890
MAERSKMILD TUNE628NV6R2026-08-012d$800$1,200

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Tokyo 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 Tokyo?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Tokyo is $890 for a 40ft HC container and $460 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Tokyo take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Tokyo takes around 3 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Tokyo?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Tokyo?

We track 32 live sailings on the Shanghai → Tokyo lane, with multiple departures every week.

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