Shanghai → Penang freight rate

26 sailings · 4 carriers · transit 9–25 days

40HC $1,942 · 20ft $1,023 · ~19 days · MAERSK

This week there are 26 sailings from Shanghai to Penang across 4 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $1,250 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 9 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MSCMSC SHANVI IIIHB629ABUNGARAYA2026-07-2115d$1,121$2,192
MSCMSC KOREA IIIHU630ASEAGULL2026-07-2518d$1,121$2,192
CNCCMA CGM AMBER0BYPES1NCKCM2CNC2026-07-2610d$700$1,400
MSCMSC VIGOUR IIIHU631ASEAGULL2026-07-2721d$1,121$2,192
MAERSKMANCHESTER MAERSK629WAE22026-07-2710d$918$1,942
MSCMSC DEVIKA IVHB630ABUNGARAYA2026-07-2714d$1,121$2,192
MAERSKAMBITION630WAE32026-07-2710d$1,942
MSCMSC KOREA IIIHU630ASEAGULL2026-07-2815d$1,121$2,192

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Penang 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 Penang?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Penang is $1,942 for a 40ft HC container and $1,023 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Penang take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Penang takes around 19 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Penang?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Penang?

We track 26 live sailings on the Shanghai → Penang lane, with multiple departures every week.

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