Ocean Freight · United States → Gdansk
Ocean Freight from United States to Gdansk
11 port combinations connect United States and Gdansk in our network. The shortest, New York / New Jersey → Gdansk, is 3,815 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 10–34 days port to port.
- Distance
- 3,815 nm
- Transit
- 10–34 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 Poland.
- Origin
- United States
- Destination
- Gdansk (PLGDN), Poland
- Distance
- from 3,815 nm (7,065 km)
- Estimated transit
- 10–34 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York / New Jersey | Gdansk | 3,815 nm | 10–16 days |
| Norfolk | Gdansk | 3,991 nm | 10–17 days |
| Charleston | Gdansk | 4,302 nm | 11–18 days |
| Savannah | Gdansk | 4,357 nm | 11–18 days |
| Miami | Gdansk | 4,612 nm | 11–18 days |
| New Orleans | Gdansk | 5,345 nm | 13–21 days |
| Houston | Gdansk | 5,559 nm | 14–21 days |
| Los Angeles | Gdansk | 8,515 nm | 21–30 days |
| Long Beach | Gdansk | 8,515 nm | 21–30 days |
| Oakland | Gdansk | 8,912 nm | 22–32 days |
| Seattle | Gdansk | 9,731 nm | 24–34 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 → Gdansk: about 10–34 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Poland, 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 Poland
- 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
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 United States to Gdansk take?+
Estimated transit is 10–34 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 Gdansk?+
The shortest pair is 3,815 nm (7,065 km) by sea via the Panama Canal.
How much does ocean freight from United States to Gdansk 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 Poland?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); EORI number of the importer; ICS2 entry summary declaration (ENS).
Other origins in United States to Gdansk
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.