How long does ocean shipping from Shanghai to Newark take?

Direct port-to-port transit on this lane typically takes 32 to 34 days, based on 53 recorded voyages.

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

Roughly 1.0 sailings per week departed over the past four weeks (physical vessels, all carriers combined).

Which carriers serve the Shanghai to Newark route?

1 carriers currently market this lane, including Maersk.

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Shanghai to Newark — Ocean Freight Schedule & Transit Time

Shipping from Shanghai to Newark on this direct trans-Pacific service is currently served by Maersk, making it a more specialized lane with a single major carrier option for U.S. importers sourcing goods from China's largest export gateway. Vessels make the voyage in approximately 32 to 34 days, delivering cargo straight into the Port of Newark, one of the busiest container terminals on the U.S. East Coast. For importers who need reliable access to the New York metropolitan area and the broader Northeast market, this lane offers a straightforward routing without the complexity of multiple carrier coordination.

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

32–34 daysTypical transit (P25–P75)

~1.0/weekSailings, last 4 weeks

1Active route products (90 days)

1Carriers

10656 nmSea-route distance

Supply & Demand snapshot

Deployed capacity Steady — avg ~9,725 TEU/week planned ahead vs ~10,686 over the past 6 weeks (-9%)

Space utilization Space tight · 89% of measured capacity in use (week of 2026-07-13) · limited sample — indicative only

Port performance Shanghai (POL) 2.0 days avg stay · limited sample · Newark (POD) 1.0 day avg stay · limited sample

Carriers on this lane

Maersk

Frequently asked questions

How long does ocean shipping from Shanghai to Newark take?: Direct port-to-port transit on this lane typically takes 32 to 34 days, based on 53 recorded voyages.
How many sailings per week are there from Shanghai to Newark?: Roughly 1.0 sailings per week departed over the past four weeks (physical vessels, all carriers combined).
Which carriers serve the Shanghai to Newark route?: 1 carriers currently market this lane, including Maersk.

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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.