India to Vietnam Container Shipping

Shipping containers from India to Vietnam is a vital logistics corridor supporting trade across industries such as pharmaceuticals, engineering goods, garments, automotive components, and food products. Whether you’re managing regular exports or launching new supply chains, understanding container shipping costs, transit times, and influencing variables is critical to success. ASIANIA LOGISTIKA PRIVATE LIMITED provides end-to-end containerized freight solutions from India to Vietnam — including FCL and LCL services, full customs documentation, cargo tracking, and last-mile delivery. All with transparent pricing and dedicated coordination.

What Affects Container Shipping Costs from India to Vietnam?

Several operational and commercial factors influence the final freight cost:

Container Type

FCL (Full Container Load) is the most efficient for larger loads and offers direct routing.

LCL (Less than Container Load) suits small volumes but involves longer lead time due to consolidation.

Transport Mode

Ocean freight is the most widely used and economical for container shipping on this route.

Port Pairing

Routes like Nhava Sheva → Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh) or Mundra → Hai Phong offer efficient lead times and inland access.

Seasonal Variability

Rates may fluctuate around Tet (Vietnamese New Year), Diwali, and fiscal year-end due to space constraints.

Documentation & Compliance

Errors in HS code, certificate of origin, or packing list can delay customs clearance and increase cost.

Estimated Container Shipping Costs from India to Vietnam

Typical rates for port-to-port ocean freight:

Container Type

Estimated Cost (USD)

Capacity

Best For

20ft FCL

$850 – $1,200

~28–30 CBM

Light to medium shipments

40ft FCL

$1,350 – $1,850

~58–60 CBM

Bulk goods, high-volume cargo

LCL Shipping

$35 – $60 per CBM

Flexible volume

Small loads, irregular cargo

FCL becomes more economical for shipments over ~15–18 CBM due to lower unit cost and fewer handling delays.

Estimated Transit Times: India to Vietnam

Shipping Method

Estimated Transit Time

Notes

Sea Freight (FCL)

8–15 days

Direct or transshipment routes

Sea Freight (LCL)

10–18 days

Includes consolidation delays

Air Freight

3–6 days

Used for urgent/high-value cargo

Key Ports for India–Vietnam Container Shipping

Main Ports in India:

  • Nhava Sheva (JNPT) — Mumbai region’s major export hub
  • Mundra — Fast customs, efficient for west/north India
  • Chennai — Key port for southern Indian exporters
  • Kolkata / Cochin — Optional for eastern and reefer shipments

Main Ports in Vietnam:

  • Cat Lai Terminal (Ho Chi Minh City) — South Vietnam’s primary container port
  • Hai Phong Port — For north Vietnam, including Hanoi region
  • Da Nang — Growing central Vietnam logistics hub

We help select optimal port pairs based on factory/warehouse location, delivery destination, and required service speed.

Common Challenges in India to Vietnam Shipping (and Our Solutions)

Challenge

Our Solution

Port Delays

Alternative routing via multiple port pairs

LCL Consolidation Delays

Access to weekly groupage schedules with fixed cutoff times

Paperwork Errors

Pre-shipment documentation audits to avoid customs holds

Freight Fluctuations

Locked-in rates via forward contracts during volatile periods

Cargo Damage Risk

Certified packing, marine insurance, trusted carriers

How to Reduce Your Container Shipping Costs

ASIANIA LOGISTIKA helps optimize your freight spending via:

  • Early booking to secure lower freight rates

  • Choosing FCL when possible for reduced handling and per-CBM cost

  • Smart port combinations to avoid unnecessary trucking

  • Bundled services: freight + clearance + delivery for better value

  • Shipping outside peak periods (e.g., Tet, Diwali) to avoid congestion surcharges

Why Ship with ASIANIA LOGISTIKA?

  • Proven experience on the India–Vietnam trade lane

  • Contracted rates with major ocean carriers

  • End-to-end visibility and shipment control

  • Expert compliance with ASEAN–India FTA documentation

  • Transparent pricing with no surprise surcharges

  • Single logistics manager for the entire shipment lifecycle

Additional Services Available

  • Customs clearance in India and Vietnam
  • FCL and LCL container booking
  • Marine insurance and claims assistance
  • Door-to-door and multimodal transport
  • Export packaging compliance (ISPM-15 for wood, DG certifications if needed)

Request Your Custom Quote

Looking to ship containers from India to Vietnam?

Contact ASIANIA LOGISTIKA PRIVATE LIMITED today for a personalized, all-inclusive quote.
Our experts help you optimize cost, avoid delays, and ensure full documentation — from pickup to final delivery.

For additional questions, contact us

+91 787 706 2499

Mumbai

Office no - 1312, ICRC, Sikova Industrial lane, adjacent Lane to State Bank of India, Nityanand Nagar, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400086

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