Hong Kong → London Gateway Port freight rate

44 sailings · 3 carriers · transit 38–70 days

40HC $5,826 · 20ft $3,768 · ~69 days · MSC

This week there are 44 sailings from Hong Kong to London Gateway Port across 3 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,530 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 38 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MAERSKMaersk Fukuoka626SDRAGON2026-07-1242d$2,990$5,440
MSCATHENA IHD629AORCHID2026-07-2060d$3,718$5,756
MSCATHENA IHD629AORCHID2026-07-2168d$3,718$5,756
MAERSKAries628SDRAGON2026-07-2139d$2,685$4,890
MAERSKAries628SDRAGON2026-07-2238d$2,685$4,890
CMAOOCL SEATTLE0TPNZE1MADAH/FAL6/NEWMO2026-07-2245d$3,302$5,477
CMAOOCL SEATTLE0TPNZE1MADAH/FAL6/NEWMO2026-07-2245d$3,302$5,477
MAERSKAries628SDRAGON2026-07-2238d$2,685$4,890

About this route

Rates on the Hong Kong → 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 Hong Kong to London Gateway Port?

The current ocean spot rate from Hong Kong to London Gateway Port is $5,826 for a 40ft HC container and $3,768 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Hong Kong to London Gateway Port take?

Ocean transit from Hong Kong to London Gateway Port takes around 69 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Hong Kong to London Gateway Port?

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

How often do ships depart from Hong Kong to London Gateway Port?

We track 44 live sailings on the Hong Kong → London Gateway Port lane, with multiple departures every week.

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