Ocean Freight · United States → Coatzacoalcos
Ocean Freight from United States to Coatzacoalcos
11 port combinations connect United States and Coatzacoalcos in our network. The shortest, Houston → Coatzacoalcos, is 712 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 2–22 days port to port.
- Distance
- 712 nm
- Transit
- 2–22 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 United States, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in Mexico.
- Origin
- United States
- Destination
- Coatzacoalcos (MXCOA), Mexico
- Distance
- from 712 nm (1,319 km)
- Estimated transit
- 2–22 days
- Routing via
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | Coatzacoalcos | 712 nm | 2–7 days |
| New Orleans | Coatzacoalcos | 808 nm | 2–7 days |
| Miami | Coatzacoalcos | 988 nm | 3–7 days |
| Savannah | Coatzacoalcos | 1,392 nm | 4–9 days |
| Charleston | Coatzacoalcos | 1,422 nm | 4–9 days |
| Norfolk | Coatzacoalcos | 1,736 nm | 5–10 days |
| New York / New Jersey | Coatzacoalcos | 1,943 nm | 5–10 days |
| Los Angeles | Coatzacoalcos | 4,401 nm | 11–18 days |
| Long Beach | Coatzacoalcos | 4,401 nm | 11–18 days |
| Oakland | Coatzacoalcos | 4,799 nm | 12–19 days |
| Seattle | Coatzacoalcos | 5,618 nm | 14–22 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 United States.
- 02
Pickup and export clearance
We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in United States.
- 03
Ocean transit
Sailing United States → Coatzacoalcos: about 2–22 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Mexico, 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 Mexico
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Pedimento (import declaration) filed by a licensed Mexican customs broker
- MVE — Electronic Value Declaration (Manifestación de Valor Electrónica)
- Importer registered in the Padrón de Importadores (SAT)
- Certificate of origin (USMCA or other FTA) to claim a preferential tariff
- NOM compliance / permits when the tariff code requires them
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
- Mexican import duties and taxes: IGI, DTA and 16% VAT
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 United States to Coatzacoalcos take?+
Estimated transit is 2–22 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 United States from Coatzacoalcos?+
The shortest pair is 712 nm (1,319 km) by sea via the Panama Canal.
How much does ocean freight from United States to Coatzacoalcos 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 Mexico?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Pedimento (import declaration) filed by a licensed Mexican customs broker; MVE — Electronic Value Declaration (Manifestación de Valor Electrónica).
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.
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.