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Let’s break down the shipping costs and times, and how to prepare your belongings for your move to Germany.
Many factors involve the container shipping rates, such as the distance, season, or the volume of your items, but below you can get an idea of how much your move can cost you:
Look at the table below for a price breakdown of shipping a container to Berlin based on its size and origin:
| Origin | 20-foot container | 40-foot container |
| New York | $ 4,500 – $ 5,000 | $ 8,500 – $ 10,000 |
| Chicago | $ 8,500 – $ 10,000 | $ 16,000 – $ 18,000 |
| Los Angeles | $ 6,000 – $ 7,000 | $ 11,000 – $ 12,000 |
| Houston | $ 7,000 – $ 7,500 | $ 13,000 – $ 14,000 |
| Seattle | $ 6,500 – $ 7,000 | $ 12,000 – $ 13,500 |
| Miami | $ 6,000 – $ 6,500 | $ 11,000 – $ 12,500 |
Disclaimer: Please be aware that these ranges are merely estimates. Container shipping rates to Germany regularly fluctuate per season and carrier.
Many international movers offer shared container shipping for small moves, where a container is split between multiple people – a cheaper alternative, flexible, and convenient if you don’t have enough furniture and belongings to fill a 20-foot container.
Requesting quotes can also help you find better prices. Compare costs, timings, services and reviews.
Check the following list of international shipping companies to move to Germany and make an informed decision when hiring a mover.
To ensure the safe arrival of your belongings, keep the following in mind:
Shipping your furniture from the USA to Germany will cost you around $6,000 to $12,000.
| Bedroom Size | 20ft Container | 40ft Container |
| 1-2 Bedroom | $5,250 | $9,250 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $7,000 | $11,000 |
| +4 Bedrooms | $9,000 | $13,00 |
Disclaimer: Please be aware that these ranges are merely estimates. Container shipping rates to Germany regularly fluctuate per season and carrier.
💡 Determining the size of your move is key to getting an accurate shipping price. Calculate it now!
Estimate My VolumeArranging your container to Germany is only the first step. While there is much to consider in this second leg of the journey, we highlight what are to us the three most important points:
To ship your car or vehicle to Germany, you’ll need to import it as part of your personal items, as long as you’ve been the owner for over 6 months. Make sure to meet the following:
The average cost for shipping a car from the USA to Germany is around $9,500 to $14,000.
| City of Origin | Shipping Cost |
| New York | $ 7,500 – $ 12,000 |
| Chicago | $ 11,000 – $ 16,000 |
| Los Angeles | $ 8,500 – $ 13,500 |
| Houston | $ 10,000 – $ 15,000 |
| Seattle | $ 9,000 – $ 14,000 |
| Miami | $ 8,500 – $ 13,500 |
*Disclaimer: Please be aware that these ranges are merely estimates. Container shipping rates to Germany regularly fluctuate per season and carrier.
To ship your pet to Germany with you, it needs to meet some requirements:
The average cost to move your dog or cat to Germany can fluctuate between $1,000 to $4,000 depending on the pet’s size.
For more information check the official page Pet Travel From the United States to Germany.
Containers come in two standard sizes, kind of like medium and large options for your move:
Your moving costs can vary based on the level of service you choose:
By now we hope you have everything you need to feel like an expert. If you need further assistance with your move, check out the useful articles and FAQs below for further reading.
