Accepted Shipments
  • General cargo via all modes of transport
  • Dangerous goods, provided all the necessary documents such as the MSDS are available
  • Liquid cargo providing correct packing for air and ocean
  • Foodstuffs including temperature controlled, if required
  • Mobile RORO cargo
  • Excise cargo, including alcohol and tobacco
Non-Accepted Shipments
  • Shipments from private individuals
  • Personal effects
  • Bulk shipments requiring part or full charter
  • Replicas of branded products
  • Live animals / aquatic
Shipments from Germany

Features and Advantages

As of 2024, Germany remains Europe’s largest exporter and the fourth-largest trading nation worldwide. The Federal Statistical Office reports that in 2023 goods worth roughly €156 billion were shipped from Germany to the United States, €125 billion to France, €118 billion to the Netherlands, €110 billion to China, and €95 billion to Poland. Vehicles, machinery, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and precision instruments dominate the export portfolio, while electrical and electronic equipment, foodstuffs, and metal products account for a growing share. The automotive sector alone generated exports exceeding €240 billion in 2023, underscoring Germany’s global reputation for quality engineering.

Freight services from Germany are consistently in high demand, making reliable freight forwarders crucial for businesses looking to maintain efficient supply chains. Whether you need standard or express shipping from or to this country, partnering with experienced logistics providers ensures timely delivery and effective handling of goods. The complexities of international shipping regulations, customs clearance, and transportation options mean that selecting the right forwarder in Germany can greatly influence cost efficiency and delivery speed. At Agora Freight, we recognize these challenges and offer customized solutions that cater to the diverse needs of our clients, providing peace of mind and a competitive edge in global trade.

We exclusively handle commercial cargo for legal entities. Shipments of personal effects are accepted only for international relocations.

Delivery times from Germany

Transit times vary according to mode, routing, and customs requirements: air freight might take from 1 (within Europe) to 7 days (to Asia-Pacific), road freight from 5 to 20 days, ocean freight from 3 days to Baltic destinations, to 35 days to China and up to 45 to Australia.

Transport infrastructure

Germany offers a densely interconnected Autobahn network of 13 000 km, Europe’s most extensive rail cargo system managed by DB Cargo, and three deep-water seaports: Hamburg, Bremerhaven, and Wilhelmshaven, capable of handling the world’s largest container vessels.

Instant Rate Quotation

Agora Freight automatically generates optimal routes and calculates shipping costs worldwide. Get instant access to competitive shipping rates from Germany 24/7 after a quick and easy registration.

Personal Account Manager

Within 15 minutes of booking, your dedicated personal manager will reach out to confirm details and coordinate your cargo shipment, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience.

Your cargo is safe with us

We provide comprehensive cargo insurance against all risks, activated upon your instruction. Our coverage is backed by a top international logistics insurer, and your shipment is protected throughout the entire shipping process.

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Cost of shipping from Germany worldwide

With a variety of shipping options available worldwide — each with its own pricing model — understanding your choices upfront can save you time and money. That’s exactly why the Agora Freight online calculator was created. This fast, transparent tool helps you compare shipping rates, empowering you to select the most efficient and budget-friendly solution for your business.

Sea Freight:

For those who prioritize cost-effectiveness, ocean freight remains the most economical option for international shipments. For instance, a full 20-foot container (FCL) from Hamburg to the US East Coast typically costs between $2,800 and $4,800, while a 40-foot container ranges from $4 500 to $7 200. Freight transportation from Germany to East Asia may be slightly more expensive, with costs ranging from $3,200 to $5,000 for a 20-foot container, $5,200–$8,400 for a 40-foot, due to longer distance and seasonal demand. Short-sea routes within Europe (e.g., Hamburg to Rotterdam) can be as low as $400–$650 per TEU. If your shipments are smaller, Less-than-Container Load (LCL) is a flexible alternative. LCL freight charges from Germany generally range from:

  • $80 to $160 per cubic meter for Hamburg/Bremerhaven to New York
  • $90 to $180 per cubic meter to Shanghai or Shenzhen
  • $70 to $140 per cubic meter to Liverpool or Dublin

Note: prices depend on seasonality, cargo specifics and port fees.

Air Freight:

When speed is critical, air freight provides rapid delivery, albeit at a higher price point. Rates typically range from $5 to $11 per kilogram to North America, $6–$13 per kilogram to Asia-Pacific, and $4–$8 per kilogram within Europe. Always assess whether the quicker transit time justifies the increased freight cost for your shipment from Germany.

Rail Freight:

The Eurasian rail corridor via the New Silk Road offers a balanced compromise between cost and speed. A 40-foot HC container from Duisburg to Xi’an typically costs $6,000–$8,500, with a transit time of 16–20 days — roughly twice as fast as ocean and half the cost of air. Westbound departures from China to Germany return similar rates, creating round-trip efficiency.

Cheapest Shipments from Germany:

If you’re specifically looking for the cheapest way to ship from Germany, sea freight remains the top choice, especially for large volumes. Using the Agora Freight calculator, you can quickly compare rates from various origins, including China, the USA, and Brazil, to find the most cost-effective route tailored to your needs.

Simplify your shipping from Germany with the Agora Freight online freight rate calculator — your transparent, all-in-one tool for comparing instant freight quotes across all transport modes, including multimodal solutions. Make informed decisions and choose the best shipping option for your business with confidence.

Samples of freight quotes from Germany

Freight Rates from Germany worldwide (November 2025)

From

MUC - Munich, Germany (airport)

To

VCE - Venice, Marco Polo , Italy (airport)

Cargo type

Less-than-container/ truckload cargo

Volume
0.315 m 3

Quantity

4 pcs

Weight

16.0 KG

The cost from 443 USD

From

Munich, Bavaria, Germany (city)

To

Milan, Lombardy, Italy (city)

Cargo type

Less-than-container/ truckload cargo

Volume
0.375 m 3

Quantity

3 pcs

Weight

15.0 KG

The cost from 342 USD

From

MUC - Munich, Germany (airport)

To

LGW - London Gatwick Airport, UK (airport)

Cargo type

Less-than-container/ truckload cargo

Volume
0.315 m 3

Quantity

4 pcs

Weight

16.0 KG

The cost from 379 USD

From

Berlin, Germany (city)

To

Rome, Lazio, Italy (city)

Cargo type

Less-than-container/ truckload cargo

Volume
0.125 m 3

Quantity

1 pcs

Weight

5.0 KG

The cost from 144 USD

From

Bremerhaven, Germany (seaport)

To

Port Klang, Malaysia (seaport)

Cargo type
Quantity
Weight

Container

1x20ft

20000.0 KG

The cost from 478 USD

From

Bremerhaven, Germany (seaport)

To

Mundra, India (seaport)

Cargo type
Quantity
Weight

Container

1x40ft

20000.0 KG

The cost from 777 USD

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Agora Freight is a digital freight forwarder which ships from Germany by air, road, rail & ocean. Freight shipping from Germany worldwide.
The process

How it works

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Enter the route, weight, and dimensions of cargo.

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Choose the most suitable options for the shipment of your cargo.

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Submit your booking which will be immediately assigned to one of our specialists who will manage everything from there.

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Track your cargo in your personal area, automatic e-mail notifications on status changes may be switched on.

How to Choose a Logistics Company in Germany?

Shipping freight demands a reliable logistics partner to ensure smooth, efficient, and secure cargo movement. At Agora Freight, we go beyond traditional freight forwarding — offering deep expertise, a strong global network, and a customer-first approach that distinguishes us from other freight-forwarders in Germany.

Taiwan’s strategic position as a key trade hub necessitates a deep understanding of local regulations, customs procedures, and transport infrastructure. With extensive experience managing shipments to major international destinations, Agora Freight expertly handles a wide range of cargo, from perishable goods to high-value items, utilizing multimodal transport solutions. Our commitment to compliance with all relevant requirements ensures that your shipments arrive on time, minimizing delays and avoiding costly disruptions.

Our global network of trusted partners enables comprehensive door-to-door services, connecting Germany to major markets worldwide. We offer competitive transit times, flexible routing, and reliable capacity, even during peak seasons, while maintaining quality and transparency throughout the shipping process. This network-driven approach optimizes costs without sacrificing service excellence.

At Agora Freight, integrity, transparency, and reliability are core values. We follow strict international standards and quality controls to protect your cargo and manage risks effectively. Trusted by hundreds of clients for critical freight needs, we invite you to experience the Agora Freight difference — where expertise, global reach, and customer focus deliver exceptional results.

Why Agora Freight

Agora Freight

We have simplified the process of calculating freight rates and placing bookings using a simple-to-use but accurate and reliable on-line rate and cargo booking platform.

The best cost options

Online access to up-to-date competitive rates for the cargo shipping by various modes of transport, including multimodal cargo. No hidden costs or unpleasant surprises!

Optimal transportation option

Enter the parameters of the cargo, collection and destination points, and the online system will calculate the various options for the delivery of cargo, both cost and transit time.

Only verified members

It is no secret that freight forwarders, in essence, being “transport architects,” arrange shipments via their partners: air, maritime, road carriers and overseas transport agents. Our worldwide partner network has been tested over many years of cooperation and thousands of shipments.

Personal manager

We are sure that everything that can be digitised will be digitised, but no technology can replace personal attention within the transportation process. On placing a booking, a personal manager will contact you promptly and make all the necessary arrangements.

Convenient cargo booking method

Agora Freight is a fast, convenient and efficient way to order the cargo shipping by various modes of transport. You no longer need to spend time sending out rate requests to several companies to find the best option. Here you get it online and can immediately place an order.

By combining our vast experience in the freight industry with digitalisation expertise, we aim to make our clients’ journeys quicker and as efficient as possible.

Transport from Germany worldwide

Germany’s central location in Europe offers unrivalled multimodal flexibility.

Deep-sea, feeder, barge, rail, road, and air networks interlock seamlessly, enabling cost-efficient multimodal routings. Exporters must comply with EU dual-use regulations, customs pre-lodgement (AES), and — in the case of medical or food-grade products — stringent quality standards. Our team at Agora Freight streamlines declarations, organizes veterinary or phytosanitary checks, and schedules optimum departures, so your cargo from Germany arrives on time and in perfect condition.

transport

Transportation modes

Авиаперевозка грузов из Германии

Air Freight from Germany

The demand for air transportation from Germany to destinations worldwide is on the rise.

In many instances, swift delivery of cargo is essential, particularly for items such as perishable goods, pharmaceuticals, or valuable artwork.

Digital freight forwarder Agora Freight offers online quotations for shipping cargo, along with comprehensive shipping services that can be booked conveniently online. You will receive continuous support from your dedicated personal manager throughout the process.

We facilitate shipments through major German airports, including Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA), Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ), Munich International Airport (MUC), or Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN).

Benefits of air transportation from Germany:

  • Speed: FRA–JFK in under 48 hours door-door
  • Security: the risk of theft and damage to cargo is minimized
  • Variability: more than 300 direct cargo routes let us build bespoke paths

Specify the point of departure and destination, the basic cargo characteristics, get an online quote for airfreight from Germany.

Доставка сборных грузов из Германии

LCL Shipment from Germany

LCL cargo transportation from Germany is experiencing significant demand.

Agora Freight offers online rate quotations and facilitates the delivery of LCL cargo from Europe’s industrial heartland to a variety of EU and non-EU countries, as well as vice versa. You can easily obtain a quote and book your cargo transportation directly on our website.

You can easily obtain a quote and book your cargo transportation from Germany directly on our website. LCL shipments enable efficient transport of small consignments starting from just 1 cubic meter or metric ton. The estimated delivery time for LCL from Germany to East Coast USA 21–27 days, to Singapore 28–34 days, intra-Europe 5–10 days, and to other partner countries varies accordingly.

Agora Freight allows you to book the LCL/LTL cargo from Germany just in one click — simply and without any hassle.

Морские грузоперевозки из Германии

Ocean Freight Shipping from Germany

Sea freight out of Germany remains the backbone of global trade.

Agora Freight finds space on the quickest or the cheapest loop — your call. Transit Hamburg – Los Angeles averages 28–32 days; Bremerhaven – Santos averages 17–21 days.

Key advantages of shipping goods by sea:

  • Cost-Effective: when transporting goods over long distances
  • High Capacity: no other transport can be compared with ocean freight in this respect
  • Safety: the percentage of damage or loss of cargo as a result of emergencies or adverse weather conditions is lower compared to other types of cargo transportation

Depending on the terms of your contract with the supplier, we can arrange both ocean freight as a single service, or a full range of door-to-door cargo delivery services, including insurance and customs clearance.

Автомобильные грузоперевозки из Германии

Road Freight from Germany

Road transportation from Germany is an efficient and safe way of transporting goods, and it is very popular.

Cargo shipping from Germany by road is carried out by tilt trucks or containers. This mode of transportation usually takes 1 to 7 days, depending on the final destination.
Cargo from Germany is delivered by:

  • tilt trucks with a carrying capacity of up to 22 tons — for a volume of 30–120 m3;
  • refrigerators with a carrying capacity of up to 22 tons — for a volume of 82–86 m3 with an adjustable temperature regime from -20°С to +20°С
  • containers of all types;
  • low-bed trailers.

Agora Freight combines freight forwarder experience, digital technologies and knowledge of the specifics of international shipping, including road delivery of goods from Germany.

Agora Freight - Rail freight transport service

Rail Freight from Germany

Rail transportation from Germany is a cost-effective and safe way of transporting goods/

DB Cargo Eurasia, UTLC, and private operators run regular block trains linking Duisburg, Hamburg, and Munich with Xi’an, Chengdu, Chongqing, and other Chinese inland hubs. Transit is twice as fast as ocean and nearly half the cost of air. Agora Freight offers both FCL and LCL rail solutions. A typical Duisburg–Xi’an trip takes 16–20 days.
Benefits of rail freight:

  • Balanced cost/time ratio between sea and air
  • Predictable schedules unaffected by ocean congestion or airspace restrictions
  • Lower carbon footprint than air or road
Контейнерные перевозки из Германии

Container Shipment from Germany

Container shipment from Germany is a popular, safe and quite an efficient way of transporting goods.

Digital forwarder Agora Freight organizes the transportation of raw materials and goods in all types of containers from Germany worldwide. We ship containers from Hamburg, Bremen, Rostock, Sassnitz, Berlin, Dresden and other cities. Container shipments from Germany are carried out through the seaports of the United States, China.

We can organize door-to-door container transportation and offer our customers not only fast dispatch but also low prices for container shipments from Germany. The estimated delivery time from the ports of Bremerhaven, Hamburg (Germany) to major U.S. ports such as New York or Norfolk is approximately 10–14 days. Estimated time of multimodal transportation from Germany to inland U.S. destinations, such as Chicago or Atlanta, is 18–25 days. We also offer container shipping services from the United States to Germany.

Our system provides free access to real time competitive rates for container shipping from Germany worldwide — all this is available online.

How Long Does It Take to Ship from Germany?

When it comes to shipping freight internationally from Germany, understanding transit times is key for smooth logistics. At Agora Freight, we recognize that transit varies by transport mode, destination, shipment size, and customs.

Air freight from Germany transit time
Germany’s major airports — Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA), Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ), Munich International Airport (MUC), or Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) — provide the quickest shipping options:

  • EU neighbours (Paris, Madrid, Warsaw): 1–2 days
  • USA & Canada: 3–6 days
  • Latin America (São Paulo, Mexico City): 4–7 days
  • Asia (Shanghai, Seoul, Tokyo): 4–7 days
  • Australia & New Zealand: 6–8 days

Sea Freight from Germany transit time

Key ports such as Hamburg, Bremerhaven, and Wilhelmshaven facilitate global shipping:

  • North Sea/Baltic (Oslo, Helsinki): 2–5 days
  • Mediterranean (Valencia, Piraeus): 10–14 days
  • US East Coast (New York, Charleston): 18–26 days
  • US West Coast (Los Angeles, Seattle): 28–35 days via Panama
  • South-East Asia (Singapore, Jakarta): 30–40 days
  • East Asia (Yantian, Busan): 32–42 days, depending on carrier loop

Rail Freight

  • Duisburg — Xi’an: 12–16 days
  • Hamburg — Chongqing: 16–20 days
  • Nuremberg — Beijing: 18–22 days

Seasonal congestion, weather, customs exams, or strike action can extend these windows. Your Agora manager tracks every milestone and issues proactive alerts.

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What is shipped
from Germany?

Clothes and shoes
Textile
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Leather products
Car parts
Electronics
Digital and home appliances
Medical equipment
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer cargo insurance?

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Yes, we provide comprehensive cargo insurance against all risks, activated upon your instruction.

What types of cargo do you handle?

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We only handle commercial cargo for legal entities. Personal effects are accepted only for international relocations.

How can I track my shipment?

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Once you book your shipment online, you will be notified about all statuses of your shipment via email and in your personal area on Agora Freight platform. Your dedicated personal manager will also be in touch throughout the shipping process.

How can I get a shipping quote?

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You can use our Agora Freight online calculator to compare rates and receive instant quotes for your shipments.

What is the average delivery time from Germany?

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Air express averages 3–6 business days worldwide, while standard sea freight typically ranges from 18 to 40 days, depending on destination.

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