Trucking · United States → Panama City
Cross-Border Trucking from United States to Panama City
United States to Panama City is about 3,415 km by road. Plan on 6–11 days door to door.
- Distance
- 3,415 km
- Transit
- 6–11 days
- Service
- FTL & LTL
Lane at a glance
Route facts
We move full truckloads and consolidated shipments with verified carriers, and coordinate customs on both sides when the lane is international.
- Origin
- United States
- Destination
- Panama City, Panama
- Distance
- from 3,415 km
- Estimated transit
- 6–11 days
- Equipment
- 53' dry van · flatbed · reefer · FTL/LTL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main city pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | Panama City | 3,415 km | 6–7 days |
| Houston | Panama City | 3,464 km | 6–7 days |
| San Antonio | Panama City | 3,675 km | 6–7 days |
| Dallas | Panama City | 3,888 km | 6–7 days |
| Detroit | Panama City | 4,544 km | 7–8 days |
| Chicago | Panama City | 4,567 km | 8–9 days |
| Phoenix | Panama City | 5,246 km | 9–10 days |
| Los Angeles | Panama City | 5,895 km | 10–11 days |
How it works
From quote to delivery
- 01
Quote and unit assignment
Tell us origin, destination, cargo and unit type; we assign a verified carrier.
- 02
Loading
Loading in United States with the transport documents in order.
- 03
Line haul
About 3,415 km of road, 6–11 days including loading windows.
- 04
Delivery
Delivery in Panama City with proof of delivery.
Checklist
Documents and cost drivers
Documents to import into Panama
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Carta Porte (CFDI with Carta Porte complement) for the Mexican leg
- Certificate of origin
- Import declaration under Panama customs rules
What drives the price on this lane
- Full truckload (FTL) vs. less-than-truckload (LTL)
- Distance and unit type (dry van, flatbed, reefer)
- Border crossing and transfer truck when the lane is international
- Customs clearance on each side of the border
- Loading/unloading time and detention
- Cargo insurance
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does trucking from United States to Panama City take?+
Estimated transit is 6–11 days. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.
How far is United States from Panama City?+
The shortest pair is 3,415 km by road.
How much does trucking from United States to Panama City cost?+
It depends on unit type and whether it is FTL or LTL, the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.
What documents do I need to import into Panama?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Carta Porte (CFDI with Carta Porte complement) for the Mexican leg; Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Panama customs rules.
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.