Freight forwarding Netherlands - transport times, prices and special features

Are you looking for a freight forwarder for your transport to the Netherlands? With Cargoboard you are exactly right! With Europe-wide networks such as CargoLine, we are able to handle your transport to the Netherlands cost-effectively and very easily. Read now what you need to consider when shipping.

Transport times to and from Italy

Transport transit times are variable and highly dependent on the distance between the pickup and delivery locations. In the following table you can get an overview of the current standard transit times for shipping between Germany and the Netherlands.

You can easily view transit times for pan-European transports after entering the destinations via our booking platform .

Delivery option desired date

The delivery option of the desired date is available for the transport type of general cargo shipment. This delivery option allows you to send your general cargo shipment at a later date of your choice. What does that mean in concrete terms?

• Collection on the next working day or on the desired day
• Prioritized delivery on the desired date
• Free storage of goods for a maximum of four working days (then 5€ per pallet space and per working day)
• Minimum terms as for the Standard delivery option

Type of transport express direct

For express direct trips from or to Belgium, the transport times depend on the availability of vehicles and the distance to be covered. This type of shipment is the fastest option for you, as the vehicle goes to the receiving point immediately and without reloading. As a rule, shipments are delivered in 1-2 business days.

Learn more about express direct trips

Prices for transport to the Netherlands

The price of your shipment is variable and highly dependent on the choice of your mode of transport. Our daily prices for the Netherlands, you can therefore easily find out using the shipping calculator on our platform.

The Netherlands as an economic area

The Netherlands has a very well-functioning, liberal economic system. The unemployment rate of 3.9% is below the European average. Like the other Benelux countries, the Netherlands is very densely populated and most of the population is distributed among the cities, such as Amsterdam and Rotterdam. The small country is known for its large goods handling centers, efficient infrastructure and business-friendly approval procedures. In the history of the Netherlands, trade and especially fishing has played a crucial role. Thus, the country is considered a trading nation.

The transport infrastructure of the Netherlands

The Netherlands is one of the most densely populated countries in Europe, with the majority of the population concentrated in the "Randstad". The Randstad is the area between the major western cities of Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht and The Hague. The two major ports in Rotterdam and Amsterdam serve primarily as stopovers for goods delivered by sea to the European hinterland. In general, the Netherlands is known for its efficient infrastructure and favorable legal framework. In particular, the highway network is one of the densest and best developed in the world, which is very favorable for shipping with a freight forwarder.