Shanghai → Rotterdam freight rate

78 sailings · 9 carriers · transit 33–52 days

This week there are 78 sailings from Shanghai to Rotterdam across 9 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $2,735 with HPL, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 33 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

40HC $2,735 · HPL · 33–52 days

Best tracked on-time performance: 49% (OOCL, 168 sailings).

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
CMAEVER ARTFL6050W19FAL62026-11-0938d$3,250$4,475
CMAEVER GIVEN0SCLVW1MAFAL82026-11-0945d$3,250$4,475
COSCOEVER ART017WAEU52026-11-0937d$4,225$6,025
COSCOOOCL JAPAN041WAEU72026-11-0947d$4,475$6,575

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Rotterdam is $2,735 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Rotterdam take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Rotterdam takes around 33–52 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Rotterdam?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Rotterdam?

We track 78 live sailings on the Shanghai → Rotterdam lane, with multiple departures every week.

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