Shanghai → Newark freight rate

101 sailings · 9 carriers · transit 15–60 days

This week there are 101 sailings from Shanghai to Newark across 9 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $8,048 with HPL, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 15 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

40HC $8,048 · HPL · 15–60 days

Best tracked on-time performance: 8% (CMA, 25 sailings).

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
CMACMA CGM PANAMACBX0E0E19CBX2026-11-0932d$9,890$10,649
CMAEVER FOREVSP0G0E19VESPUCCI2026-11-0936d$9,990$11,774
CMAOOCL SUNFLOWERSAX0E0E19SAX2026-11-0925d$10,090$11,874
CMA—2026-11-0935d$11,624$12,928

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Newark 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 Newark?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Newark is $8,048 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Newark take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Newark takes around 15–60 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Newark?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Newark?

We track 101 live sailings on the Shanghai → Newark lane, with multiple departures every week.

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