Ocean Freight · Greece → Costa Rica
Ocean Freight from Greece to Costa Rica
1 port combinations connect Greece and Costa Rica in our network. The shortest, Piraeus → Moín (Limón), is 5,933 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 15–22 days port to port.
- Distance
- 5,933 nm
- Transit
- 15–22 days
- Service
- FCL & LCL
Lane at a glance
Route facts
GoForwarder books full-container (FCL) and consolidated (LCL) space on this lane, coordinates pickup and export in Greece, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in Costa Rica.
- Origin
- Greece
- Destination
- Costa Rica
- Distance
- from 5,933 nm (10,988 km)
- Estimated transit
- 15–22 days
- Routing via
- Strait of Gibraltar
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
How it works
From quote to delivery
- 01
Quote and booking
Send cargo details on WhatsApp; we confirm the rate and book vessel space from Greece.
- 02
Pickup and export clearance
We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in Greece.
- 03
Ocean transit
Sailing Greece → Costa Rica: about 15–22 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Costa Rica, coordinated with our customs broker partners.
- 05
Final delivery
Drayage from the terminal to your warehouse, with proof of delivery.
Checklist
Documents and cost drivers
Documents to import into Costa Rica
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Certificate of origin
- Import declaration under Costa Rica customs rules
What drives the price on this lane
- Base ocean freight (per container for FCL, per CBM for LCL)
- Bunker / fuel surcharges (BAF) and peak-season surcharges
- Terminal handling at origin and destination (THC)
- Documentation and B/L fees
- Customs clearance at both ends
- Drayage from the port to the final address
- Cargo insurance
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does ocean freight from Greece to Costa Rica take?+
Estimated transit is 15–22 days port to port. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.
How far is Greece from Costa Rica?+
The shortest pair is 5,933 nm (10,988 km) by sea via the Strait of Gibraltar.
How much does ocean freight from Greece to Costa Rica cost?+
It depends on container size or volume (CBM), the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.
FCL or LCL — which one do I need?+
Below roughly 15 m³, consolidated LCL is usually cheaper. Above that, a 20-foot container starts to pay off; a 40-foot container fits about 67 m³.
What documents do I need to import into Costa Rica?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Costa Rica customs rules.
From Greece to other destinations in Costa Rica
Other origins in Greece to Costa Rica
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.