Shanghai → Oakland freight rate

86 sailings · 7 carriers · transit 18–42 days

40HC $7,146 · 20ft $6,081 · ~19 days · CMA

This week there are 86 sailings from Shanghai to Oakland across 7 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,215 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 18 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MAERSKGEORG MAERSK628ETP82026-07-0933d$4,829$6,080
MSCMSC MARTINA MARIAQB627WBRITANNIA2026-07-1441d$5,972$7,474
HMMYM UTILITY102EPS42026-07-1520d$5,623
MSCMSC MARTINA MARIAQB627WBRITANNIA2026-07-1540d$5,972$7,474
MSCMSC MARTINA MARIAQB627WBRITANNIA2026-07-1639d$5,972$7,474
MAERSKGERDA MAERSK629ETP82026-07-1633d$4,661$5,930
HMMHMM NURI020EPS62026-07-1624d$5,623
HMMHMM NURI020EPS62026-07-1724d$5,173

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Oakland 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 Oakland?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Oakland is $7,146 for a 40ft HC container and $6,081 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Oakland take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Oakland takes around 19 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Oakland?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Oakland?

We track 86 live sailings on the Shanghai → Oakland lane, with multiple departures every week.

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