Shanghai → Norfolk freight rate

76 sailings · 9 carriers · transit 26–51 days

40HC $8,409 · 20ft $7,159 · ~47 days · ONE

This week there are 76 sailings from Shanghai to Norfolk across 9 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $6,525 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 26 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
EMCCMA CGM PANAMA0XRBLE1MA29d$7,050$9,350
EMCCMA CGM T. JEFFERSON0XRBJE1MA29d$7,050$9,350
EMCCOSCO SHIPPING AZALEA036E32d$7,050$9,350
HPLCOYHAIQUE630E38d$5,650$7,600
HPLNAVIOS UNISON629E38d$5,650$7,600
EMCSEASPAN HARMONY086E32d$7,050$9,350
HMMYM WORTH0052E33d$8,194$9,083
ONEYM WORTH052E34d$6,850$9,150

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Norfolk 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 Norfolk?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Norfolk is $8,409 for a 40ft HC container and $7,159 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Norfolk take?

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

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Norfolk?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Norfolk?

We track 76 live sailings on the Shanghai → Norfolk lane, with multiple departures every week.

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