Shanghai → Tokyo freight rate

20 sailings · 2 carriers · transit 2–3 days

This week there are 20 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 2 days. Most services sail direct.

40HC $890 · COSCO · 2–3 days

Best tracked on-time performance: 43% (COSCO, 21 sailings).

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
COSCOASIATIC QUEST213ESKT22026-11-093d$460$890
COSCOCONSILIA026ESKT22026-11-102d$460$890
COSCOHECAN431ESKT52026-11-103d$460$890
COSCOHECAN431ESKT52026-11-113d$460$890

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, 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 2–3 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Tokyo?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Tokyo?

We track 20 live sailings on the Shanghai → Tokyo lane, with multiple departures every week.

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