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ExFreight handles your LCL ocean shipments from the US to 200+ countries, with instant per-cbm rates from 50+ NVOCCs, consolidation, customs clearance, BL documentation, insurance, and real-time vessel tracking on every shipment.
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Save Up to 40% on LCL
ExFreight runs your LCL shipment against 50+ NVOCCs and consolidators, you see negotiated per-cbm rates with no broker markup. Pay only for the volume your cargo actually occupies.
LCL Rates in 30 Seconds
No callbacks, no emailed quotes. Enter cbm, kg, origin port and destination, compare instant LCL rates and weekly sailing schedules on one screen.
Every LCL Shipment Insured
Full cargo insurance is available on every LCL ocean shipment. If a claim happens, ExFreight files and manages it for you, even on consolidated cargo with multiple co-loaders.
New to LCL Shipping?
Our ocean freight specialists help you decide LCL vs FCL by volume, pick the right incoterm, handle customs clearance and consolidation/deconsolidation paperwork.
Why shippers choose ExFreight for LCL
Your LCL Shipping Partner
Since 2009, ExFreight has booked LCL ocean shipments from the United States to 200+ countries. We connect directly to 50+ NVOCCs and ocean consolidators with weekly sailings on every major lane. Pay only for the cbm and kg you use, customs handled, every LCL shipment tracked from one dashboard. ExFreight is an FMC Licensed NVOCC and active member of the World Cargo Alliance (WCA), Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), IGLN, and the Amazon Service Provider Network (SPN), with API integration, BL documentation, and customs clearance on every LCL shipment.
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Our Services
Two Ways to Ship LCL
ExFreight offers consolidated LCL on weekly sailings to every major port, or direct LCL service on busy lanes for faster transit. Compare both side by side and pick the option that fits your timeline.
Standard LCL
Consolidated LCL
1-15 cbm shared in a consolidated container, weekly sailings to every major port. Best balance of cost and transit for non-urgent cargo. Pay per cbm + per 1,000 kg of weight.
Direct LCL
Direct LCL Service
Direct port-pair LCL on the busiest lanes, no transshipment, faster transit by 3-7 days vs standard consolidated LCL. Best for cargo with tighter delivery windows that still does not fill a container.
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Why ExFreight
Why Choose ExFreight for LCL Shipping
15+ Years in LCL
ExFreight has booked LCL ocean shipments since 2009. Our team averages 10+ years of consolidation, B/L, customs and last-mile expertise.
50+ NVOCCs & Consolidators
Direct connections to 50+ NVOCCs and ocean consolidators with weekly sailings, negotiated per-cbm rates with no broker markup or hidden fees.
Volume-Based Pricing
Your LCL rate is calculated from real cbm and weight, clean per-cbm + per-1,000kg math. No surprise reweighs, no shared-load reclass disputes.
24/7 Online Support
Our LCL specialists provide free consultation 24/7 on volume sizing, sailing schedules, customs clearance and last-mile delivery.
Quote, Book & Track Online
Run an instant LCL quote, book in two clicks, and track every consolidated shipment with real-time vessel milestones from gate-in to delivery.
Reefer LCL & Hazardous Cargo
Reefer LCL for temperature-sensitive consolidated cargo, IMDG dangerous goods, and odd-shaped freight that does not palletize, handled by certified specialists.
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What Our Customers Say
“One dashboard for every load”
LCL, FCL and flatbed, every LCL ocean freight shipment sits in one dashboard with live tracking. Our team stopped chasing carriers for updates.
David Nguyen
USA
500+ shipments
“Truck freight rates 30% below our old broker”
We benchmarked ExFreight against our incumbent broker on the same lanes. Rates came back 25-30% lower with the same transit times.
Maria Garcia
Texas
300+ shipments
“Flatbed freight without the phone tag”
Step-deck and flatbed loads used to mean a dozen calls. Now we price and book oversized LCL ocean freight online the same day.
John Smith
USA
400+ shipments
“Reliable LCL on every US lane”
Deliveries into rural and hard-to-reach areas used to be unpredictable. ExFreight handles carrier selection and the freight arrives on schedule, lane after lane.
Andrew Miller
Illinois
250+ shipments
“Expedited freight when the deadline is tight”
When a production line goes down, we book expedited LCL ocean freight in minutes. It has saved us from missed deadlines more than once.
Miguel Pérez
California
800+ shipments
“The digital platform LCL ocean freight needed”
Quote in 30 seconds, book in two clicks, track in real time. This is what booking LCL ocean freight should have been years ago.
Sarah Johnson
USA
600+ shipments
FAQS
LCL Shipping, Frequently Asked Questions
What is LCL shipping?
LCL (Less-than-Container Load) is ocean freight where multiple shippers share one container. You pay only for the cubic meters (cbm) and weight your cargo occupies, not for the whole container. LCL is the most cost-effective ocean freight option for shipments between roughly 1 cbm and 15 cbm, above that, FCL becomes cheaper per cbm.
When should I use LCL vs FCL?
Use LCL for shipments 1-15 cbm, you pay only for the space you use, no minimum container charge. Use FCL when your cargo exceeds ~15 cbm, the per-cbm cost crosses below LCL pricing. Use FCL also for fragile, high-value, or time-sensitive cargo that should not be co-loaded with other shippers’ freight.
LCL is also easier to deliver to Amazon FBA facilities than FCL, and helps reduce inventory management and warehouse costs by allowing weekly consolidation instead of holding full containers.
How much does LCL shipping cost?
LCL is priced per cbm + per 1,000 kg of weight. Typical lane rates: Asia → US West Coast $40-$80 per cbm, Asia → US East Coast $60-$110 per cbm, Europe → US East Coast $50-$90 per cbm. Add THC, BAF, documentation, customs, and last-mile delivery. Minimum charge usually 1 cbm. Run an instant LCL quote for live rates.
How long does LCL ocean freight take?
Asia → US West Coast LCL: 20-28 days door-to-door (consolidation + sailing + deconsolidation + customs + delivery). Europe → US East Coast LCL: 18-25 days. Direct LCL on busy lanes runs 3-7 days faster by skipping transshipment. LCL adds 5-7 days vs FCL because of consolidation/deconsolidation at both ends.
How do I get an instant LCL quote?
Enter origin port, destination, cbm volume, kg weight, commodity, and incoterm in the ExFreight platform. The system queries 50+ NVOCCs and consolidators and returns live LCL rates in under 30 seconds, no callbacks, no emailed quotes. Pick the sailing you want and book in two clicks.
Which NVOCCs and consolidators does ExFreight work with?
ExFreight has direct connections to 50+ NVOCCs and ocean consolidators with weekly sailings on every major lane, including ECU Worldwide, Vanguard Logistics, OEC Group, Shipco Transport, and regional specialists. You see all available sailings, transit times and per-cbm rates side by side on every LCL quote.
How is LCL volume calculated?
LCL volume is measured in cubic meters (cbm), length × width × height in meters. Pricing is the greater of actual cbm or volumetric weight (1 cbm = 1,000 kg). For dense cargo, the kg side rules; for light bulky cargo, the cbm side rules. ExFreight’s instant quote does the math automatically from your pallet dimensions and weight.
Can I ship reefer or hazardous cargo as LCL?
Yes. ExFreight books refrigerated (reefer) LCL for temperature-sensitive consolidated cargo, IMDG-compliant dangerous goods, and odd-shaped freight on weekly sailings. Reefer LCL availability depends on the lane and consolidator schedule, our LCL specialists confirm capacity before you book.