Container Shipping Cost & Rates Calculator [2025] | Freightos
Compare container shipping rates for overseas relocation.
Used 40ft shipping containers cost on average $2,000 to $4,500 for standard and $2,500 to $5,000 for a 40 ft high cube, while new 40ft containers cost $3,500 to $6,500 and $4,000 to $7,000, respectively. Use our public search tool to compare prices and find the perfect shipping container for your needs.
Shipping a 20ft container ranges from $2,800 to $15,600, and a 40ft container from $1,865 to $23,415, depending on the route. Partial container shipping (LCL) is a cost-effective option for smaller moves, averaging around $1,600. Main cost factors include distance, volume, delivery method, and optional services like insurance, customs, or packing.
The 40ft high cube container will set you back anywhere from $2,000 to $6,000. A new container, with its fresh-off-the-factory-floor feel, naturally costs more than its seasoned counterparts. Used or cargo-worthy containers, which have braved the elements and collected some dents along the way, have lower price tags.
Choosing the right size is critical as it impacts both cost and usability. The 20-foot, 40-foot, and 40-foot High Cube containers are the most common sizes for shipping containers that are to be used for export shipment or for storage. Both sizes are large enough to hold a substantial amount of freight and fit into loading slots on container ships.
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