Ocean Freight · United States → Hamburg
Ocean Freight from United States to Hamburg
11 port combinations connect United States and Hamburg in our network. The shortest, New York / New Jersey → Hamburg, is 3,499 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 9–33 days port to port.
- Distance
- 3,499 nm
- Transit
- 9–33 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 Germany.
- Origin
- United States
- Destination
- Hamburg (DEHAM), Germany
- Distance
- from 3,499 nm (6,480 km)
- Estimated transit
- 9–33 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 | Hamburg | 3,499 nm | 9–15 days |
| Norfolk | Hamburg | 3,675 nm | 9–16 days |
| Charleston | Hamburg | 3,987 nm | 10–17 days |
| Savannah | Hamburg | 4,041 nm | 10–17 days |
| Miami | Hamburg | 4,297 nm | 11–18 days |
| New Orleans | Hamburg | 5,030 nm | 12–20 days |
| Houston | Hamburg | 5,244 nm | 13–20 days |
| Los Angeles | Hamburg | 8,079 nm | 20–29 days |
| Long Beach | Hamburg | 8,079 nm | 20–29 days |
| Oakland | Hamburg | 8,476 nm | 21–30 days |
| Seattle | Hamburg | 9,295 nm | 23–33 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 → Hamburg: about 9–33 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Germany, 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 Germany
- 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 Hamburg take?+
Estimated transit is 9–33 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 Hamburg?+
The shortest pair is 3,499 nm (6,480 km) by sea via the Panama Canal.
How much does ocean freight from United States to Hamburg 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 Germany?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); EORI number of the importer; ICS2 entry summary declaration (ENS).
From United States to other destinations in Germany
Other origins in United States to Hamburg
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.