Ocean Freight · United States → Italy
Ocean Freight from United States to Italy
22 port combinations connect United States and Italy in our network. The shortest, New York / New Jersey → Genoa, is 4,064 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 10–33 days port to port.
- Distance
- 4,064 nm
- Transit
- 10–33 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 Italy.
- Origin
- United States
- Destination
- Italy
- Distance
- from 4,064 nm (7,527 km)
- Estimated transit
- 10–33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York / New Jersey | Genoa | 4,064 nm | 10–17 days |
| New York / New Jersey | La Spezia | 4,082 nm | 10–17 days |
| Norfolk | Genoa | 4,231 nm | 11–17 days |
| Norfolk | La Spezia | 4,249 nm | 11–17 days |
| Charleston | Genoa | 4,507 nm | 11–18 days |
| Charleston | La Spezia | 4,525 nm | 11–18 days |
| Savannah | Genoa | 4,562 nm | 11–18 days |
| Savannah | La Spezia | 4,580 nm | 11–18 days |
| Miami | Genoa | 4,715 nm | 12–19 days |
| Miami | La Spezia | 4,733 nm | 12–19 days |
| New Orleans | Genoa | 5,425 nm | 13–21 days |
| New Orleans | La Spezia | 5,443 nm | 13–21 days |
| Houston | Genoa | 5,639 nm | 14–22 days |
| Houston | La Spezia | 5,657 nm | 14–22 days |
| Los Angeles | Genoa | 8,217 nm | 20–29 days |
| Long Beach | Genoa | 8,217 nm | 20–29 days |
| Los Angeles | La Spezia | 8,235 nm | 20–29 days |
| Long Beach | La Spezia | 8,235 nm | 20–29 days |
| Oakland | Genoa | 8,614 nm | 21–31 days |
| Oakland | La Spezia | 8,632 nm | 21–31 days |
| Seattle | Genoa | 9,433 nm | 23–33 days |
| Seattle | La Spezia | 9,451 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 → Italy: about 10–33 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
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 Italy take?+
Estimated transit is 10–33 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 Italy?+
The shortest pair is 4,064 nm (7,527 km) by sea via the Strait of Gibraltar and Panama Canal.
How much does ocean freight from United States to Italy 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).
From United States to other destinations in Italy
Other origins in United States to Italy
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.