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When moving to Ireland from the US, you’ll probably want to know about costs, transit times, and shipping options. This guide explains how much it costs to ship household goods or cars from the USA to Ireland, how long it takes, which sized container to choose, and provides step-by-step guides.
Most household moves cost between $1,082 and $8,152 for sea freight shipping. The shipping cost to Ireland from the USA depends on several factors, including the departure port, container size, season, and services included.
The cost of shipping a container to Ireland is mainly dependent on the size of the container and the chosen route. Below are average sea freight prices from Major US cities.
| Origin | Estimated Cost 20-foot Container | Estimated Cost 40-foot Container |
| New York | $ 3,881 – $ 4,290 | $ 7,374 – $ 8,152 |
| Los Angeles | $ 3,845 | $ 4,665 |
| Houston | $ 1,300 – $ 6,700 | $ 1,500 – $ 7,000 |
| Seattle | $ 2,200 – $ 4,500 | $ 4,500 – $ 8,000 |
| Miami | $ 1,082 – $ 6,700 | $ 1,328 – $ 7,000 |
*Costs updated in February 2026
Calculate your costs to ship a container to Ireland from the USA and use Sirelo’s downsizing guide to learn how to save costs when moving abroad.
The average transit time for a shipping container from the USA to Ireland is between 20 and 68 days, depending on the route and company.
The main Irish port is Port of Dublin (IEDUB), handling about 50% of Ireland’s trade. Other major ports include Port of Cork (IEORK) and Ringaskiddy (IERIN).
Choosing the right-sized container for your move will help you control your shipping costs to Ireland. You can use our furniture volume calculator to determine the size of the container you need.
| Container Size | Best For | Volume |
| 20ft | 1–2 bedroom homes | 33 m³ |
| 40ft | 3–4 bedroom homes | 66–76 m³ |
Are you travelling with bulky or high furniture? Consider a high-cube container.
The cheapest way to ship household goods from the USA to Ireland is with a shared container, or Less than Container Load (LCL) shipment.
The most common choice is a 20ft LCL container shipping to keep costs low.
When comparing shipping companies from the USA to Ireland, look for experience, certifications, and reviews. Sirelo gathers trusted international movers into one database.
Shipping furniture from the USA to Ireland costs between $1,082 and $6,700 for a 1-bedroom home, and up to $8,152 for larger households.
Shipping a car from the USA to Ireland typically costs $1,100 to $3,000, depending on method and route.
Make sure to check import taxes and registration fees for vehicle import to Ireland.
Motorcycles can be shipped to Ireland via RoRo or container shipping. See prices below:
