Shanghai → Lome freight rate

57 sailings · 7 carriers · transit 28–67 days

40HC $4,595 · 20ft $3,160 · ~47 days · OOCL

This week there are 57 sailings from Shanghai to Lome across 7 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,174 with HPL, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 28 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MAERSKMAERSK HALIFAX631WAE112026-07-1748d$4,015$5,495
MSCMSC MINAFY627AAFRICA EXPRESS2026-07-2333d$3,650$5,200
MSCMSC MINAFY627AAFRICA EXPRESS2026-07-2432d$3,650$5,200
HPLMANCHESTER MAERSK629WNE12026-07-2456d$3,149$4,179
MSCMSC MINAFY627AAFRICA EXPRESS2026-07-2432d$3,650$5,200
HPLMANCHESTER MAERSK629WNE12026-07-2456d$3,149$4,179
MAERSKMANCHESTER MAERSK629WAE22026-07-2731d$3,947$5,366
HPLMAERSK ELBA629WSE42026-07-2759d$4,230

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Lome 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 Lome?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Lome is $4,595 for a 40ft HC container and $3,160 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Lome take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Lome takes around 47 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Lome?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Lome?

We track 57 live sailings on the Shanghai → Lome lane, with multiple departures every week.

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