How long does ocean shipping from Shanghai to Boston take?

Direct port-to-port transit on this lane typically takes 40 to 41 days, based on 212 recorded voyages.

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

Roughly 2.2 sailings per week departed over the past four weeks (physical vessels, all carriers combined).

Which carriers serve the Shanghai to Boston route?

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

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Shanghai to Boston — Ocean Freight Schedule & Transit Time

Connecting China's busiest container gateway directly to New England's primary port, the Shanghai to Boston transit time runs approximately 40 to 41 days on this trans-Pacific service operated by CMA CGM, Evergreen, and OOCL. Because vessels sail port-to-port without intermediate calls, U.S. importers benefit from a predictable, streamlined schedule for moving cargo from CNSHA to USBOS. For companies sourcing goods from the greater Yangtze River Delta region, this lane offers a reliable direct routing into the northeastern United States, making it a practical option for supply chain planning across a wide range of commodities.

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

40–41 daysTypical transit (P25–P75)

~2.2/weekSailings, last 4 weeks

4Active route products (90 days)

3Carriers

10783 nmSea-route distance

Supply & Demand snapshot

Deployed capacity Shrinking — avg ~15,390 TEU/week planned ahead vs ~27,415 over the past 6 weeks (-44%)

Space utilization Not enough data

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

Carriers on this lane

CMA-CGM · Evergreen · OOCL

Frequently asked questions

How long does ocean shipping from Shanghai to Boston take?: Direct port-to-port transit on this lane typically takes 40 to 41 days, based on 212 recorded voyages.
How many sailings per week are there from Shanghai to Boston?: Roughly 2.2 sailings per week departed over the past four weeks (physical vessels, all carriers combined).
Which carriers serve the Shanghai to Boston route?: 3 carriers currently market this lane, including CMA-CGM, Evergreen, OOCL.

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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.