Qingdao → London Gateway Port freight rate

11 sailings · 4 carriers · transit 33–70 days

This week there are 11 sailings from Qingdao to London Gateway Port across 4 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $3,100 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 33 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

40HC $3,100 · MAERSK · 33–70 days

Best tracked on-time performance: 55% (HPL, 121 sailings).

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
HPLEMMA MAERSK645WNE42026-11-0933d—$3,235
MAERSKEMMA MAERSK645WAE52026-11-0933d$1,776$3,100
MSCMSC LEANNEGL644WLION2026-11-0954d$2,165$3,340
MSCMSC TAYLORGL645WLION2026-11-0970d$2,165$3,340

About this route

Rates on the Qingdao → London Gateway Port 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 Qingdao to London Gateway Port?

The current ocean spot rate from Qingdao to London Gateway Port is $3,100 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Qingdao to London Gateway Port take?

Ocean transit from Qingdao to London Gateway Port takes around 33–70 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Qingdao to London Gateway Port?

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

How often do ships depart from Qingdao to London Gateway Port?

We track 11 live sailings on the Qingdao → London Gateway Port lane, with multiple departures every week.

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