Track a container from Shanghai to Seattle
See live vessel position and estimated arrival at the Port of Seattle.
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Transit time & distance
The typical port-to-port transit from the Port of Shanghai to the Port of Seattle is 14 to 20 days. The approximate great-circle distance is 4,955 nautical miles; actual sailing distance is longer as vessels follow established shipping lanes. Transit varies by service string, number of transshipments and schedule reliability.
Carriers on this route
Major carriers operating Shanghai–Seattle services include:
Frequently asked questions
How long does shipping take from Shanghai to Seattle?
Typical port-to-port transit on the Shanghai to Seattle lane is 14–20 days. Actual times vary with the specific service, number of transshipments and schedule reliability.
How far is it from Shanghai to Seattle by sea?
The approximate great-circle distance between the Port of Shanghai and the Port of Seattle is about 4,955 nautical miles. The actual sailing distance is longer because ships follow shipping lanes.
Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Seattle?
Major carriers on the Shanghai to Seattle route include Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, COSCO, Evergreen, HMM. Traqo tracks shipments from all of them automatically.
How do I track a container on the Shanghai to Seattle route?
Enter your container or bill of lading number in the tracker above. Traqo detects the carrier and shows the live vessel position and estimated arrival at the Port of Seattle.