Ocean Freight: Houston → Rotterdam
USHOU → NLRTM
The Houston → Rotterdam trade lane connects Houston, United States with Rotterdam, Netherlands, a sea distance of roughly 5,430 nautical miles. Direct services typically take 17–26 days port to port, depending on the carrier, the rotation and whether the box is transshipped at a hub. Use ShipScanner's live schedule search to find actual sailings, cut-offs and the fastest routing for your cargo.
- Origin
- Houston (USHOU)
- Destination
- Rotterdam (NLRTM)
- Transit (est.)
- 17–26 days
- Sea distance
- ~5,430 nm
- Trade
- Americas–Europe
Carriers operating this corridor
Major ocean carriers with services on the Americas–Europe trade. Compare their schedules and transit times in one search.
Frequently asked questions
How long does shipping from Houston to Rotterdam take? +
Ocean transit from Houston to Rotterdam typically takes 17–26 days port to port. Direct services sit at the lower end; routings with a transshipment take longer. Search live schedules for exact dates.
What is the sea distance from Houston to Rotterdam? +
The approximate sea distance is 5,430 nautical miles. Actual sailed distance varies with the vessel's rotation and any transshipment calls.
Which carriers ship from Houston to Rotterdam? +
Major ocean carriers including Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE and COSCO operate services on the Americas–Europe trade. ShipScanner aggregates their schedules so you can compare transit time and frequency.
How can I track a container from Houston to Rotterdam? +
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