Sea Freight
Suitable for LCL and FCL shipments where cost efficiency is the main priority. Selected Chinese origins are available directly in the calculator.
Shipping from China to Germany
fba.solutions provides online freight calculation for shipments from China to Germany by sea freight, rail freight and air freight. Compare the transport options for your shipment, calculate the current freight price and continue directly to the quotation and booking process.
Rail Freight
An alternative between ocean and air transport for selected China–Germany routes, with LCL and FCL calculation options.
Air Freight
For time-sensitive shipments. Air freight is calculated according to the applicable weight tier and shipment details.
Sea vs rail vs air freight from China to Germany
| Mode | Shipment type | Best suited for | Calculation basis | Online calculation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Freight | LCL / FCL | Regular and larger shipments | Chargeable CBM for LCL / container for FCL | Yes |
| Rail Freight | LCL / FCL | Selected China–Germany rail routings | Chargeable CBM for LCL / container for FCL | Yes |
| Air Freight | Air cargo | Time-sensitive shipments | Applicable chargeable-weight tier | Yes |
The appropriate mode depends on origin, shipment size, weight, destination and the rates available at the time of calculation.
For smaller consolidated shipments, see our LCL shipping from China to Germany guide. For shipments destined for fulfilment, see Amazon FBA shipping from China to Germany.
Freight origins in China
The available origin depends on the transport mode. The following dedicated route pages explain the respective LCL service and connect directly with the relevant freight information.
Sea LCL origins
Shenzhen / Yantian · Shanghai · Qingdao · Xiamen · Tianjin
Rail LCL origins
Changsha · Ningbo · Shanghai · Shenzhen · Xiamen · Qingdao · Tianjin
FCL & air freight
FCL and air-freight origins depend on the selected service and current calculator configuration. Select the required mode in the freight calculator to see the available origins.
Delivery in Germany
For supported services, customers can select FBA/FBM by zovis GmbH or enter another destination in Germany. Where available, the calculator determines the applicable on-carriage to the destination as part of the quotation.
How long does shipping from China to Germany take?
Transit time varies by transport mode, origin, routing and departure schedule. See our China to Germany transit-time guide for Sea, Rail and Air Freight and current configured LCL schedule examples where available.
For upcoming consolidation dates, see the current LCL departures from China to Germany, generated from the active Sea LCL and Rail LCL schedule configuration.
For a combined planning view with Closing, ETD and ETA, open the China to Germany Freight Schedule.
How much does shipping from China to Germany cost?
Freight cost depends on the selected mode, origin, destination, volume, weight and additional services. For a detailed explanation of chargeable volume and pricing factors, see our China to Germany freight pricing guide.
How the freight calculator works
1. Select sea, rail or air freight and the required service. 2. Enter origin, destination, volume, weight and shipment details. 3. Calculate the freight price. 4. Create the quotation and, while valid, continue to booking.
Frequently asked questions
How can I calculate shipping costs from China to Germany?
Enter the transport mode, origin, destination, volume and weight in the fba.solutions freight calculator. The calculator uses the available rate data to determine the applicable freight price.
Which transport modes are available?
Sea freight, rail freight and air freight are supported. Depending on the mode, LCL and FCL options are available.
Can I ship LCL cargo from China to Germany?
Yes. LCL services are available for selected origins and can be calculated according to shipment volume, weight and destination.
How is LCL freight from China to Germany calculated?
For Sea LCL and Rail LCL, the chargeable volume is the greater of the actual shipment volume in CBM and the shipment weight in kilograms divided by 1,000. A minimum of 1 CBM applies.
Which Chinese origins are available for LCL shipping?
Sea LCL is available from Shenzhen/Yantian, Shanghai, Qingdao, Xiamen and Tianjin. Rail LCL origins are Changsha, Ningbo, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Xiamen, Qingdao and Tianjin in the current configuration.
Can customs clearance and delivery in Germany be included?
Supported quotations can include customs clearance and on-carriage to the selected destination in Germany. The exact services and price are shown by the calculator for the shipment entered.
Can I ship to an Amazon FBA or FBM operation?
The calculator includes an FBA/FBM by zovis GmbH destination option as well as delivery to another destination in Germany.
About fba.solutions
fba.solutions is a freight-calculation platform focused on shipping from China to Germany and a brand of zovis GmbH. Learn more about the platform, its scope and operator on the About fba.solutions page.
Freight Knowledge Hub
For practical explanations of freight calculations and shipment terms, visit the fba.solutions Freight Guides, including Sea vs Rail, LCL chargeable CBM and EXW vs FOB.
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