Ocean Freight · Mexico → Genoa
Ocean Freight from Mexico to Genoa
10 port combinations connect Mexico and Genoa in our network. The shortest, Progreso → Genoa, is 5,305 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 13–29 days port to port.
- Distance
- 5,305 nm
- Transit
- 13–29 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 Mexico, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in Italy.
- Origin
- Mexico
- Destination
- Genoa (ITGOA), Italy
- Distance
- from 5,305 nm (9,825 km)
- Estimated transit
- 13–29 days
- Routing via
- Strait of Gibraltar and Panama Canal
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main port pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Progreso | Genoa | 5,305 nm | 13–21 days |
| Coatzacoalcos | Genoa | 5,667 nm | 14–22 days |
| Veracruz | Genoa | 5,707 nm | 14–22 days |
| Altamira | Genoa | 5,750 nm | 14–22 days |
| Tampico | Genoa | 5,750 nm | 14–22 days |
| Manzanillo | Genoa | 6,935 nm | 17–26 days |
| Lázaro Cárdenas | Genoa | 6,935 nm | 17–26 days |
| Mazatlán | Genoa | 7,348 nm | 18–27 days |
| Guaymas | Genoa | 7,694 nm | 19–28 days |
| Ensenada | Genoa | 8,138 nm | 20–29 days |
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 Mexico.
- 02
Pickup and export clearance
We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in Mexico.
- 03
Ocean transit
Sailing Mexico → Genoa: about 13–29 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Italy, 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 Italy
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- EORI number of the importer
- ICS2 entry summary declaration (ENS)
- Import customs declaration in the EU member state
- Proof of origin under the EU–Mexico agreement when applicable
- Mexican export pedimento at origin
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
Mexico · DOF
Exchange rate used for Mexican customs
$18.0710 MXN
USD FIX published in the DOF on September 30, 2026
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does ocean freight from Mexico to Genoa take?+
Estimated transit is 13–29 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 Mexico from Genoa?+
The shortest pair is 5,305 nm (9,825 km) by sea via the Strait of Gibraltar and Panama Canal.
How much does ocean freight from Mexico to Genoa 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 Italy?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); EORI number of the importer; ICS2 entry summary declaration (ENS).
Do you handle Mexican customs?+
Yes. We coordinate the customs clearance in Mexico with licensed customs broker partners, so freight and customs move under one quote.
From Mexico to other destinations in Italy
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.