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LCL sea freight from China to Grenada (St. George's) — 2026 reference rates

Rate rangeUSD 194–245 per CBM

Transit time40–48 days

GatewayColón Free Zone / Miami

Minimum1 CBM

Grenada sits at the southern end of the Windward Islands and takes everything through its capital port, St. George's. Like the rest of the eastern Caribbean, cargo tranships at the Colón Free Zone or Miami before the final feeder leg.

Guangzhou offers two service levels from the same origin: a standard warehouse service at USD 194 per CBM on a 1 CBM = 1,000 kg standard, and an express warehouse service at USD 222 per CBM on a 1 CBM = 500 kg standard. Carriers differ too — the standard lane takes 48 days, the express lane 40.

How to read these rates: figures are indicative reference levels for port-to-port LCL ocean freight, updated for October 2026. They exclude origin haulage, warehouse and customs charges, destination port charges and any surcharges. Space, cut-off times and rates must be re-confirmed at booking.

LCL rates from China to Grenada — St. George's

Port of departure	Port of destination	Volume range (CBM)	Rate (USD/CBM)	MIN (CBM)	Transit port	Cut-off / ETD	Carrier	Transit time (days)	Service level
Guangzhou	St. George's	0~15	194	1	Colón Free Zone → Miami	Closed Wed / ETD Tue	CMA	48	Standard warehouse (1:1000)
Guangzhou	St. George's	0~15	222	1	Colón Free Zone → Miami	Closed Wed / ETD Wed	CMA	40	Express warehouse (1:500)
Ningbo	St. George's	0~15	195 volume / 245 per tonne	1	Miami	Closed Tue / ETD Fri · Closed Thu / ETD Fri	ZIM / CMA & EMC	45	Volume and weight both quoted

Guangzhou to St. George's — USD 194 per CBM, volume range 0~15 CBM; minimum 1 CBM; transhipment via Colón Free Zone → Miami; carrier CMA; cut-off/ETD Closed Wed / ETD Tue; transit time about 48 days.
Guangzhou to St. George's — USD 222 per CBM, volume range 0~15 CBM; minimum 1 CBM; transhipment via Colón Free Zone → Miami; carrier CMA; cut-off/ETD Closed Wed / ETD Wed; transit time about 40 days.
Ningbo to St. George's — USD 195 volume / 245 per tonne per CBM, volume range 0~15 CBM; minimum 1 CBM; transhipment via Miami; carrier ZIM / CMA & EMC; cut-off/ETD Closed Tue / ETD Fri · Closed Thu / ETD Fri; transit time about 45 days.

Two Guangzhou service levels. The standard warehouse charges on 1 CBM = 1,000 kg and takes 48 days. The express warehouse charges on 1 CBM = 500 kg and takes 40 days but costs USD 28 more per CBM, so it only wins when speed matters or when the cargo is dense enough that the express conversion still bills on volume.

Ningbo quotes two ways. USD 195 per CBM or USD 245 per tonne; the larger chargeable amount is invoiced. The rate is identical for direct shippers and for other forwarders.

No freight collect. Grenada services are prepaid at origin; destination charges are settled locally by the consignee.

Which Guangzhou service should you choose?

Work out the chargeable volume under both conversions before deciding. A 1.3 CBM shipment weighing 450 kg stays on volume under either standard (0.45 CBM on the 1:1000 standard), so the standard warehouse at USD 194 is simply cheaper. The express option earns its premium only when the eight-day saving is worth more than USD 28 per CBM — typically for time-critical retail replenishment.

Preparing cargo for a double transhipment

St. George's cargo is handled at the Colón Free Zone and again in Miami. Use strong double-wall cartons, palletise where practical, and avoid loose bundles. Moisture is a real risk on a route that crosses the Panama isthmus, so include desiccant where the goods are sensitive.

FAQ — LCL shipping from China to Grenada

What is the cheapest LCL rate to Grenada?

USD 194 per CBM from Guangzhou on the standard warehouse service. Ningbo is USD 195 per CBM on volume, so the two origins are effectively level.

How long does LCL from China to Grenada take?

40 days on the Guangzhou express lane, 48 days on the Guangzhou standard lane and about 45 days from Ningbo. Add clearance at St. George's.

What is the difference between the standard and express warehouse?

Chargeable-weight conversion (1:1000 versus 1:500), transit time (48 versus 40 days) and rate (USD 194 versus USD 222 per CBM). The express option is faster and better for heavy cargo billed on volume.

Does Grenada allow freight collect?

No. Our Grenada services are prepaid at origin. The consignee pays destination charges locally.

Are there restrictions on food or plant products?

Yes. Grenada applies strict import rules to food, plant material and animal products. Check with us before shipping; approval is granted by the local authorities, not by the carrier.