Indicative port-to-port price
| Container | From | Transit time |
|---|---|---|
| 20ft Standaard20GP | €2,027 | 42 days |
| 40ft Standaard40GP | €3,068 | 42 days |
| 40ft High Cube40HC | €3,189 | 42 days |
| 40ft Reefer HC40RF | €5,729 | 42 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian Container Line | Meridian VegaOCX962 | 11 Oct | 22 Nov | 8 Oct |
| Meridian Container Line | Meridian PolarisOCX963 | 18 Oct | 29 Nov | 15 Oct |
| Meridian Container Line | Meridian MeridianOCX964 | 25 Oct | 6 Dec | 22 Oct |
| Meridian Container Line | Meridian HorizonOCX965 | 1 Nov | 13 Dec | 29 Oct |
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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Ask for a price in the chat and receive an itemised quote right away.
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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 Sydney to Felixstowe?
The ocean leg takes about 42 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 Sydney to Felixstowe?
Indicatively from €3,189 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 Sydney (AU) to Felixstowe (GB) with a transit time of about 42 days.