When does FCL become cheaper than LCL?

On most Thai lanes the break-even sits between 12 and 15 CBM. Our FCL vs LCL calculator computes it for your exact lane and rates.

Which port will my cargo leave from?

Laem Chabang for nearly all FCL and deep-sea LCL. Bangkok Port (Klong Toei) serves some intra-Asia services with barge connections.

How long does sea freight from Thailand take?

Intra-Asia 3 to 10 days, Australia 12 to 18, Europe 28 to 38, US West Coast 18 to 25, US East Coast 30 to 40, all port to port.

What is included in an LCL quote?

Ocean freight, origin CFS handling, export clearance and documentation. Destination CFS and delivery are quoted per lane so you see the full landed picture.

Can you handle oversized cargo?

Yes: flat rack and open top equipment for out-of-gauge pieces, quoted case by case with lashing surveys arranged at Laem Chabang.

How much does Sea Freight (FCL & LCL) cost from Thailand?

Published rate tables on this page are indicative until weight, destination and contents are known. Express parcels can be priced live in the calculator; freight and fulfilment need a scoped quote. No hidden line items on a Thai Nexus binding quote. Annual mailbox plans and per-shipment fees are listed separately on pricing where relevant.

Where is Sea Freight (FCL & LCL) available in Hua Hin and Bangkok?

Thai Nexus Point runs both locations on one account: Hua Hin HQ (daily 08:00-21:00 ICT) and Bangkok Din Daeng (Mon-Sat 08:00-17:00). International air cargo exports via Suvarnabhumi (BKK). Sea freight loads at Laem Chabang or Bangkok Port per the booked sailing.

What items are restricted for Sea Freight (FCL & LCL)?

Thailand export law, carrier rules and destination import law all apply. This page lists who the service is not for; the restricted-items guide is the searchable database. Prohibited goods are refused at intake rather than shipped and seized abroad. Ask before you buy if the category is unclear.

What insurance applies to Sea Freight (FCL & LCL) from Thailand?

Standard carrier liability without Shipment Protection is THB 1,000 per shipment under the Standard Trading Conditions. Optional Shipment Protection is 3.5 percent of declared value (Goods plus Freight) when purchased at booking. High-value goods should declare accurately and add protection. Claims need evidence within the notice windows in the STC.

How do I start Sea Freight (FCL & LCL) from Thailand?

Open a free client account for mailbox, forwarding and freight, or walk in for a counter shipment without an account. Identity verification is required for a mailbox address. Upload or bring item details, get a binding quote, then pay before dispatch. Thai Nexus staff pack and photograph where the service includes warehouse handling.

How do I track Sea Freight (FCL & LCL) shipments?

TNX numbers track on tracking.thainexus.co.th without login. Warehouse intake photos and invoices sit in the client app. When a third-party carrier AWB is used, the carrier link is on your documents. Inbound Thai courier numbers for mailbox parcels appear in the app when the seller provided tracking.

Do I need an account for Sea Freight (FCL & LCL)?

Mailbox, forwarding and ongoing freight need a free account with identity verification. Walk-in international shipping can be quoted and paid at the counter without an account. One account covers Hua Hin and Bangkok. Fulfilment and API access require a business account setup.

Who offers Sea Freight (FCL & LCL) in Thailand?

Licensed forwarders and couriers operate from Bangkok and regional cities. Thai Nexus Point Co., Ltd. provides this service from Hua Hin HQ and Bangkok Din Daeng. Registration / tax ID 0775567004498. Air cargo ex Suvarnabhumi (BKK); sea ex Laem Chabang on most deep-sea bookings.

How do I get a Sea Freight (FCL & LCL) quote from Thailand?

Use the express calculator for parcel estimates, or send destination, weight or CBM, dimensions and contents for freight. Quotes are itemized and binding before payment. Walk-in clients get the same rate tables as account holders. Thai Nexus replies to complex freight within one business day.

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Sea Freight from Thailand

FCL and LCL ocean freight from Laem Chabang and Bangkok Port to over 60 destination ports. Full containers from $1,000 and LCL from 1 CBM, with export clearance done in-house.

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Who this is for

Importers moving 1 CBM or more of commercial cargo
Furniture, machinery and bulk-goods buyers where transit time is secondary to cost

Who it is not for

Cargo under 0.5 CBM: air or parcel services beat LCL minimums below that

How it works

1
Send cargo volume, weight, commodity and destination port
2
Receive FCL and LCL options side by side with the break-even shown
3
We book, collect or receive at CFS, and clear export customs
4
Sail; documents released against payment terms you chose

What it costs

FCL (full container load) means you book a whole 20ft or 40ft container for your cargo only.

LCL (less than container load) is shared-container sea freight from 1 CBM. If you are shipping boxes or pallets that do not fill a container, this is usually what you need. Thai Nexus can prepare export pallets from cartons at intake. Quote on request.

Open the FCL vs LCL volume tool to see which mode to quote first for your CBM and lane.

Indicative USD ocean freight only. Rates change with sailing date, space and fuel. Confirm on quote before booking.

Sea Freight (FCL & LCL) pricing
Mode	Indicative rate (USD)
ModeLCL, per CBM	Indicative rate (USD)$25-85 by lane
ModeFCL 20ft	Indicative rate (USD)$950-2,900 by lane
ModeFCL 40ft	Indicative rate (USD)$1,400-3,900 by lane
ModeFCL 40HC	Indicative rate (USD)$1,500-4,100 by lane

Ocean freight only, February 2026. THC, documentation and destination charges itemized on every quote, never hidden.

Operator execution rules

These rules apply to every sea freight quote and booking. Indicative rates are not a guarantee without a scoped quote.

14-day rate locks max
Do not guarantee these rates past 14 days. Carrier war surcharges are floating weekly.
UAE high-risk clause
TH to AE requires an explicit floating insurance addendum in client contracts to cover sudden port blockages or diverted discharges at Jebel Ali.
Working capital squeeze
Ocean lines are demanding shorter payment terms on Middle East and European lanes. We need to collect 100% freight prepayment from clients before container loading.

Contract wording is in our Standard Trading Conditions.

Risks we plan for

Rollover at transshipment: on lanes via Singapore we quote both direct and transship services so you choose the trade-off explicitly

Claims process and Shipment Protection

Turnaround

Laem Chabang has weekly direct sailings to Europe, North America and intra-Asia. LCL closes twice weekly on major lanes.

Evidence and booking rules

Quotes and eligibility stay on this page. Outcome metrics and facility photos publish only when verified owner evidence is attached.

Quote methodology

Indicative ocean ranges are by lane and equipment. THC, documentation and destination charges are itemized on every quote.

Eligibility notes

Choose FCL or LCL from volume and cargo type. Restricted goods and out-of-gauge cargo need a scoped review first.

Before you book

Facility photos, licences and consented case studies stay empty until supplied. See the operations evidence library.

Related operator pages

Service scope stays on this page. Use pricing, the express parcel calculator, the FCL vs LCL volume tool, and hubs for the next operator step.

Frequently asked questions

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