π’ Ocean
PUS β XMN
Intra-East Asia (short sea)
πPUS Busan β πXMN Xiamen
π Based on a published indexβBenchmark value, error range and alternative ports for Busan β Xiamen as of November 2026.β
Key Specs: Benchmark per 40ft container $70 (Range $53~$88, Β±25%) Β· 3-5 days Β· Basis: Derived from a published anchor lane
π November 2026 edition Β· dossier benchmark calculator
π 100-Corridor Benchmark Rate Calculator
Shows the same data as the dossier and workbook: published-index benchmark values with an error range. Actual rates depend on booking date, carrier and surcharges; use this as a reference.
β‘ Popular corridors:
π‘ Benchmark (as of 2026-11-06)
Busan β Los Angeles
Range $7,422 - $9,072
Basis: KCCI published route Β· Β±10%
$8,247 / FEU
20ft estimates, port charges and sources are in the dossier β
βΉοΈ Figures are reference values based on indices published up to 2026-11-06, shown with an error range. Actual quotations vary with booking date, carrier, bunker surcharge and THC; confirm with a written quotation before contracting.
2026 GLOBAL FREIGHT DOSSIER
Global Freight Benchmark Dossier Β· November 2026 edition
100 corridors with error ranges and a 150-company directory. PDF in English and Korean. Order by bank wire with an invoice.
π November 2026 benchmark
Benchmark
$70
per 40ft container
Range
$53 ~ $88
Β±25%
Transit
3-5 days
Basis
D
Derived from a published anchor lane
As of: 2026-11-06
π Alternatives
What βalternativeβ means on this site
A different option for moving the same cargo to the same region. It does not mean cheaper: even when the benchmark is lower, transshipment, terminal, sailing schedule and inland haulage can change the total cost.
- Alternative origin port: same destination and mode, different origin port
- Alternative destination port: same origin port, another port in the same region
- Alternative mode: ocean and air (only where both corridors are in the dossier)
- Alternative carrier: same type, different alliance (no price ranking)
Alternative origin ports for the same destination
| Corridor | Benchmark | Range | Transit | vs this corridor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Incheon β Qingdao | $60 | $45~$75 (Β±25%) | 2-3 days | β$10 (β14%) |
| Incheon β Shanghai | $65 | $49~$81 (Β±25%) | 2-3 days | β$5 (β7%) |
Alternative destination ports in the same region
| Corridor | Benchmark | Range | Transit | vs this corridor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Busan β Shanghai | $52 | $39~$65 (Β±25%) | 2-3 days | β$18 (β26%) |
| Busan β Ningbo | $55 | $41~$69 (Β±25%) | 2-3 days | β$15 (β21%) |
| Busan β Qingdao | $60 | $45~$75 (Β±25%) | 2-4 days | β$10 (β14%) |
β What to check in the quotation
- Short-sea rates move on feeder capacity and local surcharges more than on indices; compare at least three quotes.
- Confirm that terminal handling and documentation fees are itemised.
- Lock the exchange rate used for local-currency charges.
The full 100-corridor table, 20ft estimates, port charges and sources are in the dossier and workbook.
Figures are reference benchmarks; confirm actual terms with a written quotation. (Data as of: 2026-11-07)
π Related comparisons
Comparison pages for alternatives
πPUS Busan β πXMN Xiamen vs πINC Incheon β πTAO QingdaoπPUS Busan β πXMN Xiamen vs πINC Incheon β πSHA ShanghaiπPUS Busan β πXMN Xiamen vs πPUS Busan β πSHA ShanghaiπPUS Busan β πXMN Xiamen vs πPUS Busan β πNGB NingboπPUS Busan β πXMN Xiamen vs πPUS Busan β πTAO Qingdao
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β Frequently Asked Questions
What is the benchmark rate for Busan β Xiamen?
As of November 2026, about $70 per 40ft container (range $53 to $88, error Β±25%, transit 3-5 days). Basis: Derived from a published anchor lane.
What can replace Busan β Xiamen as an alternative corridor?
Comparable alternatives include Incheon β Qingdao, Busan β Shanghai ($60, $52). Compare inland haulage, transshipment and the sailing schedule as well as the price.
Why does a real quotation differ from the benchmark?
Actual quotations vary with booking date, carrier, bunker surcharge and local charges. This is a reference value anchored to published indices, shown with an error range.