Container Shipping to Puerto Rico
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Container Shipping to Puerto Rico
Because Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, your container shipment can get there from the United States fairly quickly. This Caribbean island is a destination for many, whether to live there for family reasons or for a job. There are many logistical challenges associated with shipping a container to Puerto Rico, but thankfully you have Direct Express Inc. on your side to make sure it all comes together nicely.
We have been moving cargo to and from Puerto Rico from the mainland for three decades, so it’s a no-brainer to choose us. We always keep you apprised of the progress so you know where your cargo is at any given point in time.
Whether you’re moving to San Juan or Ponce, we can get you anywhere in Puerto Rico, known for its bays, beaches and rum production.
Call us at +001.310.324.2100 or complete our online form for a fast, free quote.
Container Shipping Options to Puerto Rico
We provide three main options in regards to shipping a container to Puerto Rico and will assist you in deciding on the best option. The one you settle on will depend on your time constraints, amount of goods and budget.
Consolidated Container
The container only ships when it’s full, so it’s likely you will have to wait on other customers before it can leave. This is the more affordable option of the three and is good if you don’t have a lot of money or don’t have enough to fill a whole container by yourself.
Exclusive Container
The sole container option is the middle road in terms of price, boasting a more predictable sailing timeline. Yes, it will cost you more but it has a quicker time to set sail. If you have enough goods to fill a whole container (20 or 40 feet), this is a good option, as it will only be filled by you.
Air Freight
If you need your goods to arrive in Puerto Rico in just hours as opposed to days, pay the premium cost of air freight for convenience.
Destination Ports in Puerto Rico
We frequently sail into these main destination ports in Puerto Rico. They’re all equally beautiful and convenient:
✓ San Juan
✓ Guayanilla
✓ Guanica
✓ Yabucoa
✓ Ponce
✓ Mayaguez
As the capital of Puerto Rico, San Juan is one of our major ports for receiving shipping containers. Overall, we service six ports in Puerto Rico.
Departure Ports in the USA
Your container shipment will likely sail to Puerto Rico out of one of these main departure ports in the USA:
✓ Los Angeles, CA
✓ Houston, TX
✓ Savannah, GA
✓ New Jersey, NJ
How Much Does it Cost to Ship a Container to Puerto Rico?
The cost will depend on many factors. The best way to get an exact price is to call or click. But in general, here’s what will influence cost:
- Type of goods being shipped and their dimensions and weight
- Insurance and taxes
- The destination and departure port locations
- Size of the container (20 or 40 feet)
How Long Does it Take to Ship a Container to Puerto Rico?
Transit times to Puerto Rico from the U.S. mainland depend on the distance between the departure and destination port and desired shipping option.
Please provide the departure and arrival port when you call for a quote. As you can see below, here are sample times for getting from select U.S. ports to various destination ports. Generally, it takes longer to get to Puerto Rico from the West Coast than from the East Coast.
| Departure Port | Destination Port | Transit time (days) |
|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | San Juan | 3 |
| New York | Guayanilla | 4 |
| Newark | Ponce | 5 |
| Boston | Guanica | 4 |
Why Choose Direct Express Inc. For Container Shipping to Puerto Rico?
The reasons are many. First and foremost, we have a friendly, knowledgeable team, that can guide you through the process from that first phone call to container delivery. The overseas container shipping process is our bread and butter, so you can rest easy knowing we have you covered.
Let us easily handle getting your household goods to San Juan, Mayaguez, or anywhere else in Puerto Rico with little hassle. Our deep knowledge of logistics, documentation, and shipping is second to none.
It all starts with the quick completion of our online form. You can also call our experts at +001.310.324.2100 if you want a free quote on container shipping to Puerto Rico.