Ship a Container to Baltimore — Get Instant Quotes
Why Choose iContainers for Shipping to Baltimore?
- Gateway to 50+ million consumers. The Port of Baltimore (US BAL) sits right on the I-95 corridor, giving you same-day drayage to Washington DC, Philadelphia, and beyond.
- #1 U.S. port for roll-on/roll-off (Ro/Ro) cargo. Six dedicated auto berths and 710 acres of secure yards make Baltimore America’s leading hub for vehicles and heavy equipment (mpa.maryland.gov).
- Record-breaking throughput. State-owned and private terminals handled 45.9 million t of cargo in 2024, worth $62.2 billion (governor.maryland.gov).
- End-to-end visibility. Compare FCL, LCL, or air freight via BWI in seconds, book online, upload ISF data, and track each milestone in real time.
- Alternative speed option. Need parts tomorrow? Ship air freight through Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI), which moved ≈ 539 million lb of cargo in 2023 (bwiairport.com).
Our Container Shipping Services to Baltimore
Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping
Most-used mode thanks to high-volume vehicle, furniture, and retail imports.
Typical route examples
- Rotterdam → Baltimore: 40′ FCL, ≈ 12 days at sea
- Shanghai → Baltimore (via Panama): 40′ FCL, ≈ 33 days
Ports served: Seagirt & Dundalk Marine Terminals (direct on-dock rail to CSX & NS).
Country-specific opportunity: Fast rail to Midwest distribution hubs reduces inland costs.
Less than Container Load (LCL) Shipping
Ideal for < 15 m³ or < 12 t—pay only for the space you use.
Weekly consolidations from Antwerp, Santos, Shenzhen feed directly into Baltimore CFS.
Popular for spare parts, craft beverages, e-commerce restocks.
Transit-time references
- Antwerp → Baltimore: 14–16 days port-to-port
- Santos → Baltimore: 18–22 days
Air-freight alternative – Critical spares travel door-to-door in 1–3 days via BWI, then last-mile trucked anywhere on the Eastern Seaboard.
Container shipping rates to Baltimore
How much does it cost to ship a container to Baltimore?
How Long Does It Take to Ship a Container to Baltimore?
- North Europe → Baltimore: 10–15 days direct Atlantic services.
- East Asia → Baltimore: 30–35 days via Panama (25–30 days via Suez from SE Asia).
- South America East Coast → Baltimore: 17–22 days.
- Air freight via BWI: 1–3 days door-to-door.
Popular Routes and Ports for Shipping to Baltimore
| Trade Lane | Weekly Service Examples |
|---|---|
| Europe | Antwerp, Rotterdam, Bremerhaven → Baltimore |
| Asia | Shanghai, Ningbo, Yantian → Baltimore (via Panama/Suez) |
| South America | Santos, Buenos Aires → Baltimore |
| North America Inland | Rail ramps to Chicago, Columbus, Memphis |
Steps to Book Your Container Shipment with iContainers
- Get an instant quote for FCL, LCL, or air.
- Upload documents (commercial invoice, packing list, ISF).
- Confirm & pay securely online.
- Track gate-in, departure, arrival, customs release.
- Clear customs—DIY or let our broker file ISF & entry summary.
- Arrange final-mile trucking or rail to your warehouse, Amazon FBA, or retail store.
What Can You Ship in a Container to Baltimore?
Common Commodities
- Vehicles & heavy equipment
- Furniture & home décor
- Agricultural products (coffee, cocoa, cotton)
- Consumer electronics & apparel
- Industrial machinery
Restricted or Prohibited Goods
- Counterfeit or trademark-infringing items
- Unlicensed firearms or ammunition
- Hazardous chemicals without DOT paperwork
- Foodstuffs without FDA prior notice
- Untreated timber/pallets (ISPM-15)
FAQs About Shipping Containers to Baltimore
Use our instant quote tool—rates already include ocean freight, fuel, and Baltimore THCs.
Not mandatory, but highly recommended—add full-value coverage at checkout.
Reserve equipment 6–8 weeks before the August–October retail surge to avoid rollovers and GRIs.
Yes—our licensed brokers handle ISF filing, duty classification, and customs release for you.