Shanghai → Singapore freight rate

113 sailings · 5 carriers · transit 6–72 days

40HC $1,400 · 20ft $700 · ~15 days · CNC

This week there are 113 sailings from Shanghai to Singapore across 5 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $900 with ONE, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 6 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Best tracked on-time performance: 59% (ONE, 51 sailings).

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
ONE7d$450$900
MSCFD627WDRAGON2026-07-0910d$971$1,892
MSCYM WREATH035WPANTHER2026-07-137d$971$1,892
MSCONE FANTASTIC010WGRIFFIN SERVICE2026-07-1472d$971$1,892
MSCMSC BERN VHU628ASEAGULL2026-07-1515d$971$1,892
MAERSKAS SERENA628WINTRA ASIA 52026-07-167d$975
MAERSKMAERSK XIAMEN554SSH2-SH22026-07-1713d$975
MSCMSC BERN VHU628ASEAGULL2026-07-1713d$971$1,892

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Singapore 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 Singapore?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Singapore is $1,400 for a 40ft HC container and $700 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Singapore take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Singapore takes around 15 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Singapore?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Singapore?

We track 113 live sailings on the Shanghai → Singapore lane, with multiple departures every week.

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