Shanghai → Freetown freight rate

7 sailings · 1 carriers · transit 55–103 days

40HC $8,544 · CMA · 55–103 days

This week there are 7 sailings from Shanghai to Freetown across 1 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $8,544 with CMA, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 55 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
CMAAPL LION CITY0FLNDW1MAFAL/MEDWAX2026-11-0463d$8,639$8,544
CMAAPL LION CITY0FLNDW1MAFAL/MEDWAX2026-11-0665d$8,639$8,544
CMACMA CGM BYBLOSKLM0C0W19KILIMA/NEWMO/EPIC/MEDWAX2026-11-0798d$6,829$8,544
CMAMAERSK AMAZONASF080W19ASAFGR/NEWMO/EPIC/MEDWAX2026-11-09103d$6,829$8,544

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Freetown 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 Freetown?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Freetown is $8,544 for a 40ft HC container and — for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Freetown take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Freetown takes around 55–103 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Freetown?

Carriers currently sailing this route include CMA. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Freetown?

We track 7 live sailings on the Shanghai → Freetown lane, with multiple departures every week.

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