Indicative port-to-port price
| Container | From | Transit time |
|---|---|---|
| 20ft Standaard20GP | €2,208 | 26 days |
| 40ft Standaard40GP | €3,431 | 26 days |
| 40ft High Cube40HC | €3,552 | 26 days |
| 40ft Reefer HC40RF | €5,608 | 26 days |
Includes ocean freight, bunker surcharge, EU ETS surcharge, terminal handling at both ends and documentation. Excludes pre- and on-carriage, customs, insurance, import duties and VAT. Price level October 2026; the exact price comes from our pricing engine when you request it.
Next sailings
| Carrier | Vessel | Departure | Arrival | Documents due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northstar Shipping | Northstar VegaIMX962 | 14 Oct | 9 Nov | 11 Oct |
| Northstar Shipping | Northstar PolarisIMX963 | 21 Oct | 16 Nov | 18 Oct |
| Northstar Shipping | Northstar MeridianIMX964 | 28 Oct | 23 Nov | 25 Oct |
| Northstar Shipping | Northstar HorizonIMX965 | 4 Nov | 30 Nov | 1 Nov |
This page is compiled by our AI from our own rates and sailing schedules and is updated daily.
How it works
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Book in the same conversation; we secure space with the carrier and send the booking confirmation with all cut-offs.
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Follow your container in the customer portal: documents, departure, arrival and invoice in one place.
Frequently asked questions about this lane
How long does a container take from Colombo to Hamburg?
The ocean leg takes about 26 days from departure to arrival. Add the documentation cut-off before departure (usually three working days) and handling at the port of arrival.
What does a 40ft container cost from Colombo to Hamburg?
Indicatively from €3,552 all-in port-to-port, depending on the sailing week and availability. Reefers and door-to-door transport are priced separately; the exact price comes from our pricing engine.
Do you also handle customs and door delivery?
Yes. Export declaration, import declaration, pre- and on-carriage and cargo insurance are added when you ask for them; the quote then shows every cost item.
Which documents do I need?
A commercial invoice, a packing list and for some goods a certificate of origin or licence. Our documentation desk checks everything in advance and requests what is missing in good time.
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Weekly FCL sailings from Colombo (LK) to Hamburg (DE) with a transit time of about 26 days.