How long does ocean shipping from Busan to Boston take?

Direct port-to-port transit on this lane typically takes 34 to 35 days, based on 221 recorded voyages.

How many sailings per week are there from Busan to Boston?

Roughly 2.5 sailings per week departed over the past four weeks (physical vessels, all carriers combined).

Which carriers serve the Busan to Boston route?

4 carriers currently market this lane, including CMA-CGM, Evergreen, OOCL, Zim.

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Busan to Boston — Ocean Freight Schedule & Transit Time

Shippers planning ocean freight from Busan to Boston have access to a direct trans-Pacific service connecting South Korea's largest port with one of the U.S. East Coast's primary gateways, with approximate transit times ranging from about 34 to 35 days. Four carriers operate on this lane — CMA CGM, Evergreen, OOCL, and Zim — giving U.S. importers a meaningful choice of sailings when planning inventory cycles. Because cargo moves port-to-port without intermediate stops, this route offers a straightforward, predictable option for importers sourcing goods from Korea who need reliable delivery into the northeastern United States.

Data last updated: 2026-07-09 — refreshed with every new schedule batch.

34–35 daysTypical transit (P25–P75)

~2.5/weekSailings, last 4 weeks

5Active route products (90 days)

4Carriers

10322 nmSea-route distance

Supply & Demand snapshot

Deployed capacity Shrinking — avg ~12,620 TEU/week planned ahead vs ~26,244 over the past 6 weeks (-52%)

Space utilization Space tight · 93% of measured capacity in use (week of 2026-07-06) · limited sample — indicative only

Port performance Busan (POL) 1.0 day avg stay · limited sample · Boston (POD) 1.0 day avg stay · limited sample

Carriers on this lane

CMA-CGM · Evergreen · OOCL · Zim

Frequently asked questions

How long does ocean shipping from Busan to Boston take?: Direct port-to-port transit on this lane typically takes 34 to 35 days, based on 221 recorded voyages.
How many sailings per week are there from Busan to Boston?: Roughly 2.5 sailings per week departed over the past four weeks (physical vessels, all carriers combined).
Which carriers serve the Busan to Boston route?: 4 carriers currently market this lane, including CMA-CGM, Evergreen, OOCL, Zim.

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Figures are indicative estimates with partial coverage, for reference only, not carrier-confirmed. Coverage: East & Southeast Asia → United States, direct port-to-port services. For live FCL/LCL quotes, contact an ETDETA sales specialist.