International Removals
Container shipping to Canada
Shipping Container UK to Canada from £760*
Get a cost for shipping containers to Canada from the UK – best rates for 20ft & 40ft containers
Moving to Canada and need to ship your belongings? Our container shipping service to Canada combines the best prices with the best customer service for both expats going home and new migrants. Whether you need to ship to British Columbia or Quebec or move your belongings to Nova Scotia, our door-to-door service is here to help.
Container shipping to Canada from the UK typically starts at around £1,870 for a shared container (LCL), while prices for a full container service (FCL) increase to approximately £5,735 for a 20ft container and £8,190 for a larger 40ft container. Standard house move to Canada costs depend on how big your home is and the level of service needed. Delivery times typically range from 6-8 weeks for a full container to 8-12 weeks for a shared container service and 7-10 days for air freight. These can vary depending on weather, port congestion, which port in Canada you’re shipping to and Canadian public holidays.
You’ll also need to think about packing, inventory, customs clearance and delivery to your address in Canada, but professional companies that ship to Canada like PSS handle all of this for you.
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Costs of Shipping a Container to Canada
Containers to Canada from £1,877*
The cost of shipping a container to Canada depends on a few factors like the size of the container you need and which city in Canada you wish to ship to. For example, an inland location may be more expensive than a post city due to the increased shipping time, and a 20ft container will have a lower cost than shipping a 40ft container to Canada.
You can view an approximation of the pricing below or get in touch with our team for an exact quote.
Shipping a Container from the UK to Canada Cost 2025
In as little as 6-9 weeks
(Costs last updated February 2026)
| Container Size | Move Type | Cost |
| Groupage | 5 Large Boxes | £670 – £910 |
| Groupage | 10 Large Boxes | £760 – £1110 |
| Groupage | 1 Bed House | £1877 – £2380 |
| 20 ft Container | 3 Bed House | £5740 – £6745 |
| 40 ft Container | 4 Bed House | £8195 – £9195 |
*Actual shipping costs vary depending on where in the UK you are and where in Canada you are shipping to.
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Shipping your container to Canada is easy with PSS
STEP 1
Home Survey or Quote
Get an online quote in 60 seconds or book a FREE home survey.
STEP 2
Help and Advice
Your dedicated Account Manager can help answer your questions and tailor your shipping requirements.
STEP 3
Quick and easy collection and shipping
Whether you are shipping your house contents boxes or furniture you will have our professional packing service.
STEP 4
Customs clearance & delivery to your new home
On arrival our agents will take care of customs clearance and deliver to your door.
How can we help? Call 0800 988 3711
Our friendly team are on hand to answer any questions.
What Does Our Container Shipping to Canada Service Include?
- Door-to-door container shipping to Canada from the UK
- Both part and full load removal services available
- A dedicated Move Manager
- Assistance with any required documentation
- Export-quality packing materials
- Choice between self-pack or a professional packing service
- Advice on customs requirements
- Customs clearance on arrival
- Storage in the UK or Canada if required
Full or Shared Container Shipping to Canada
At PSS, we offer two different types of container shipping to Canada alongside the two shipping container size options (20ft and 40ft). We’ve explained the differences below and provided some guidance on how to choose the best option for you:
If your shipment is smaller, we provide a shared part load shipping container service. Your belongings will be grouped together with those of other customers shipping to Canada so the costs can be split depending on how much you send.
This type of shipping is also referred to as LCL (less than container load) or shared groupage.
If you’re shipping a larger amount, like a full household removals, we offer a full container load shipping to Canada service. We can provide a full container for your sole use and arrange for it to be delivered to your home where our team will pack it and it will be customs sealed before it’s sent off to the port to be shipped to Canada.
Our container shipping to Canada service is designed for household goods e.g. furniture and other personal effects for those moving to Canada. If you’re looking to ship commercial goods to Canada we recommend you get in touch with a commercial freight forwarder.
Container Shipping to Canada Cost Calculator
Want to know how it will cost to send your belongings to Canada? Our free online Cost Calculator will help you estimate the cost.
Shipping Containers from UK to Canada FAQs
Below are answers to the most frequently asked questions about overseas container shipping to Canada. There is a lot to consider with international moving which is why we allocate you a Move Manager to guide you through the whole shipping process.
How long does shipping a container from the UK to Canada take?
UK to Canada shipping times typically range from 6 to 9 weeks for a full container load (FCL) and 8 to 16 weeks for a shared container (also known as less than container load – LCL). Keep in mind that these are approximations and you’ll need to allow additional time for customs clearance and final delivery to your address in Canada.
Transit times vary depending on the shipping option you’re using and where in Canada your end destination is. Part load (or shared/LCL) container shipping takes longer than full container load as multiple customers’ shipments need to be arranged to fit a single container. As one of the leading shipping companies from the UK to Canada, however, we have regular sailings every week and will aim to ship your personal effects on the next available container.
Average Shipping Times to Canada from the UK
| Port in Canada | Full Container Load (FCL) | Shared Container (Groupage) |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto (CA TOR) – Ontario | 6-9 weeks | 8 -12 weeks |
| Vancouver (CA VAN) – British Columbia | 6-9 weeks | 8 -12 weeks |
| Halifax (CA HAL) – Nova Scotia | 6-9 weeks | 8 -12 weeks |
| Montreal (CA MTR) – Quebec | 6-9 weeks | 8 -12 weeks |
| Saskatoon (CA SAK) – Saskatchewan | 6-9 weeks | 8 -16 weeks |
| Edmonton (CA EDM) – Alberta | 6-9 weeks | 8-16 weeks |
| Calgary (CA CAL) – Alberta | 6-9 weeks | 8-16 weeks |
How much does container shipping to Canada cost?
Approximate costs of shipping containers to Canada (last updated: August 2025)
- Groupage – 5 Large Boxes → £670 – £910
- Groupage – 10 Large Boxes → £760 – £1110
- Groupage – 1 Bed House → £1877 – £2380
- 20 ft Container – 3 Bed House → £5740 – £6745
- 40 ft Container – 4 Bed House + Car → £8195 – £9195
The actual costs will vary depending on where in the UK you’re based in and where in Canada you’re shipping to.
Our shipping quotes are for a full international removal shipping service. This includes packing, door-to-door delivery and customs clearance. Beware of cheap shipping rates that are only a basic port to port service which will mean additional packing costs and other fees.
Cheap Shipping from the UK to Canada
We are also members of MTC (the Movers Traders Club) which provides us with economies of scale and allows us to negotiate the best sea freight rates with leading international shipping companies.
We are confident that we can offer you the cheapest rate to ship your container to Canada from the UK.
To get an accurate container shipping rate we suggest you book a free home or video survey.
How much is marine insurance or shipment protection?
We highly recommend you take out shipment protection cover or a marine insurance policy for your container.
We provide a very flexible shipment protection cover through Basil Fry & Company – the UK’s leading insurance broker for international removals and shipping:
- Our policy is quick and easy to set up, simply complete our Shipment Protection valuation form with the items you would like to cover and their values.
- Removal (we pack) consignments cover costs 3% of the total insurable value you declare.
- Vehicle shipments cover costs 2% of the vehicles declared value.
- Self-Pack (you pack) consignments cover costs 5% of the total insurable value you declare.
- Baggage/Airfreight consignments, which are owner packed, will cost 5% of the total insurable value you declare.
What shipping container sizes are there?
Shipping containers come in two standard sizes – 20ft and 40ft.
Our consultants will be able to advise you on what size meets your requirements.
We also have various shipping options to meet your needs including part load or shared containers.
| Size | 20ft Container | 40ft Container |
| Cubic Capacity (Volume) | 1050 cu ft (29.73 CBM) | 2100 cu ft (59.47 CBM) |
| Internal Length | 19’ 3” (5.87m) | 39’5” (12m) |
| Internal Dimensions | Width 7’8” (2.33m) Height 7’9” (2.35m) | |
| Door Dimensions | Width 7’8” (2.28m) Height 7’5” (2.26m) | |
| Weight | 2225kg | 3950 kg |
| Cargo Weight | 21700 kg | 26500 kg |
*Exact container dimensions and available volume may vary.
Which container shipping company do you use for sea freight to Canada?
PSS International Removals are accredited by BAR and FIDI. We therefore only use accredited container shipping companies such as Maersk, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd and One to transport your belongings. This ensures the highest level of service.
By using the best international shipping companies for your move to Canada, you can be assured that your possessions will be taken care of.
Also as members of many accredited organisations, such as The Movers Traders Club, we are able to negotiate very favourable rates and pass these savings onto you.
Customs clearance when importing your container into Canada
As part of our Canada shipping service we will take care of everything for you from door to door. This includes exporting your container from the United Kingdom and importing into Canada.
Our shipping quote includes basic customs clearance but not taxes, import duties and other customs charges such as any quarantine fees.
If we pack your container for you then we will compile a customs inventory on your behalf and we will also advise you of what other shipping documents are required.
We recommend you carefully read the FIDI Customs Guide for Canada so that you are aware of the customs process and what you can and can’t ship to Canada.
In particular, check the list of prohibited and restricted items, and the conditions for duty / tax free entry into Canada.
What Canada shipping ports do you deliver to? Can you deliver inland?
We can deliver your container to any Canadian destination, including inland locations with door-to-door delivery of all your household items and vehicles. Below are some of our most popular Canadian destinations.
Ontario
- Toronto (CA TOR)
British Columbia
- Vancouver (CA VAN)
Nova Scotia
- Halifax (CA HAL)
Quebec
- Montreal (CA MTR)
Saskatchewan
- Saskatoon (CA SAK)
Alberta
- Edmonton (CA EDM)
- Calgary (CA CAL)
Wherever you are planning on moving in Canada, our team is here to help with onward transportation from ports available for all container shipping loads. Contact our team to find out more.
