Shanghai → Oakland freight rate

11 sailings · 4 carriers · transit 19–28 days

This week there are 11 sailings from Shanghai to Oakland across 4 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $6,548 with HPL, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 19 days. Most services sail direct.

40HC $6,548 · HPL · 19–28 days

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MAERSKGERD MAERSK644ETP82026-11-1123d$4,603$6,610
CMAERVINGMTE0G0E19MTE2026-11-1420d$6,931$8,146
HMMHMM NURI022EPS62026-11-1528d$6,702—
HPLGEORG MAERSK645EWC22026-11-1724d$4,841$6,548

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 $6,548 for a 40ft HC container, 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 19–28 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Oakland?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Oakland?

We track 11 live sailings on the Shanghai → Oakland lane, with multiple departures every week.

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