Freight forwarding Germany - transit times, prices and particularities

We are able to handle your transport to Germany cost-effectively and fast with the help of our logistics network. Find out now what to consider when shipping.

Transit times to and from Germany

The transit times for your shipments vary depending on your selected shipping method and the specified pickup and delivery locations. In the following overview you can see the regular transit times for your transport within Germany

Delivery option 'preferred date'

The delivery option 'preferred date' is only available for groupage freight shipments. This delivery option allows you to send groupage freight shipments at a later preferred date. What exactly does that mean?

• Collection on the next business day or the preferred day
• Prioritized delivery on the preferred date
• Free storage of your goods for a maximum of 4 business days (5€ per pallet space and per business day afterwards)
• Minimum transit times are the same as for the Standard delivery option

Shipping method Direct Loads

For Direct Loads from or to Germany, transit times depend on vehicle availability and the covered distance. This shipping method is the fastest option for you, as the vehicle drives to the delivery location without transshipment. Shipments are usually delivered in 1-2 business days

Learn more about Direct Loads

Prices for transports to Germany

If you want to find out the daily updated prices for your planned transport, we recommend using our freight cost calculator. This is the easiest method for you, as the price is highly dependent on the selected shipping option.

Particularities for shipments to Germany

We cooperate with local island freight forwarders for collection and delivery on the German islands. As a result, the transit times and dates may differ under certain circumstances.

Germany as an economic area

In terms of the GDP, Germany is the largest economy in Europe. The automotive, mechanical engineering and chemical industries are strong contributors.

The People's Republic of China is considered the most important trading partner, with exports and imports worth around 246.1 billion Euros. Other important trading partners are the Netherlands and the USA.

The traffic infrastructure of Germany

As of 2022, the entire German road network has a length of approximately 830,000 km, of which about 13,200 km are highways. As a transportation hub in the center of Europe, Germany has an important position in logistics.

The highly developed infrastructure, the dense rail network and the connections of the German ports also play a fundamental role. All these transport routes offer great conditions for forwarding companies, which is why there are numerous transport networks in Germany.