Shipping Container Transport Cost: 2025 Calculator & Chart
Calculate shipping container transport costs in 2025 with our pricing calculator and charts covering distances and delivery estimates for your project.
The base freight rate is your foundation cost. The carrier's charge to move your container from a US port to Southeast Asia. For FCL shipments, this is a flat fee regardless of whether your 40-foot container is packed to the ceiling or half empty. Current base rates are running around $2,300 to $3,500 per FEU depending on your route and timing.
Destination charges in Southeast Asia vary wildly. Singapore might hit you for $300, while smaller ports in Vietnam or Thailand could charge $150-$500 depending on handling requirements. Terminal Handling Charges (THC) are separate fees that ports charge for moving your container between the ship and the terminal.
New containers are typically more expensive as they are in perfect condition and ready for long-term use. Used containers are less costly but have some wear and tear. Shipping container sizes and prices are directly linked to each other. The price also depends on how well the container has been maintained over time.
For businesses or individuals looking to ship small parcels or documents by air. In a world where shippers want everything quick and fast, a turnaround time of two days for shipping rates no longer cuts it. iContainers' ocean freight calculator eliminates that problem by providing instant shipping quotes.
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