UK Container Transport Rates & Container Haulage Costs

We provide transparent and competitive container haulage rates for 20ft and 40ft containers across the UK. Our container transport services include port collections, delivery to port and nationwide container movements, with pricing based on current fuel and operational costs.

Whether you are importing, exporting or moving containers inland, Road Haulage Services offers reliable UK container transport backed by an experienced fleet and nationwide coverage.

Port collection container transport from UK ports

Port Collection
(Import)

Direct collection from major UK ports. Comprehensive ‘Devanning’ and handling services available.

Customs Clearance Included

Delivery to port for export container transport

Delivery to Port
(Export)

Reliable transport for export goods. We ensure time-bound deliveries to meet strict shipping schedules.

Nationwide container moving across the UK

Nationwide Container
Moving

Long-distance container transport across the UK. Capable of handling 20ft and 40ft loads.

Whether you need a 20ft or 40ft container moved, we provide transparent and competitive container haulage rates across the UK. From port collections to nationwide delivery, our experienced team ensures your container is transported safely, on time and at the right price.

With our dedicated container fleet and nationwide coverage, Road Haulage Services delivers reliable container transport solutions for importers, exporters and freight forwarders.

We provide competitive container transport rates for 20ft and 40ft containers, including port collections from Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway and other major UK ports. Our pricing reflects current fuel and operational costs, giving you clear and realistic container haulage costs without hidden extras.

Haulage Rates

Our specialised container fleet includes skeletal trailers, sliding skelly trailers and low loaders, allowing us to move standard and high-cube containers nationwide. Whether you require port collection, delivery to site or onward transport across the UK, our experienced drivers and logistics team ensure efficient and secure container movement.

Our Fleet

Typical Container Haulage Rates

Load Type (20ft/40ft) Route Rate per Mile Estimated Cost
20ft Container Felixstowe to Birmingham £3.00 £450
40ft High Cube Southampton to Leeds £3.10 £650
40ft Container London Gateway to Manchester £3.25 £580

Rates are estimates based on current market conditions. Request a quote for live pricing.

How Container Haulage Rates Are Calculated

Container transport rates can vary depending on several operational factors. The prices shown above are guide rates, with final container haulage costs based on the specific details of your movement.

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    Distance & route – mileage between port and delivery location, including congestion or restricted access routes.
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    Container size – 20ft, 40ft or high-cube containers require different trailer configurations.
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    Port waiting time – including wait and load requirements or time slots at major UK ports.
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    Fuel & operating costs – based on current market conditions at the time of transport.
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    Delivery access – site restrictions, out-of-hours delivery or specialist handling requirements.

For an accurate container haulage quote based on your exact route and requirements, we recommend requesting a live quotation from our team.

Outline map of the United Kingdom showing major container ports covered by Road Haulage Services

UK Container Ports We Cover

We provide container haulage services from all major UK ports, offering reliable port collection and onward nationwide delivery for both 20ft and 40ft containers.

Our regular container movements include Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway, Tilbury, Liverpool, Bristol and other key UK container ports.

UK container haulage skelly trailer operating at a port, handling 20ft and 40ft containers for nationwide transport

Our Container Fleet
& Capabilities

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    Specialised Skelly Trailers and Sliding Skeletal Trailers for flexible container transport.
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    Wait and load services available at all major UK ports.
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    Full Customs Clearance support included.


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“Our container deliveries are always on time, even during peak periods. RHS are dependable and genuinely care about the service they provide.”

— Sophie Patel, Logistics Coordinator.

Our Container Fleet & Equipment

A versatile UK-wide fleet designed to handle standard, specialist and access-restricted container movements.

Skelly trailer designed for transporting 20ft and 40ft shipping containers in the UK

Skelly Trailers

Fixed and sliding skeletal trailers designed to accommodate 20ft, 40ft and 45ft shipping containers.

Low loader vehicle for over-height and specialist container haulage in the UK

Low Loaders

Ideal for over-height or specialist container equipment where standard skeletal trailers are unsuitable.

Rigid HGV truck used for container transport to access-restricted sites

Rigid HGVs

Suitable for access-restricted delivery locations where articulated vehicles cannot safely manoeuvre.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer container collection directly from UK ports?
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Yes, we provide direct container collection from all major UK ports, including Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway and Tilbury.

We support both import and export container movements, with customs clearance assistance available where required.

Do you provide devanning services?
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Yes, we can arrange container devanning at our warehouse facilities. We unload the container and can deliver the goods onward to their final destination if required.

We do not provide onsite yard devanning services at third-party locations.

What types of trailers do you use for container transport?
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Our fleet features specialised Skelly Trailers and Sliding Skeletal Trailers capable of flexibly handling both 20ft and 40ft loads.
Do you offer “Wait and Load” services for containers?
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Yes, we have “Wait and Load” services available at all major UK locations for your convenience.
Are my goods insured during transport?
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Standard haulage liability applies in line with UK transport regulations.

Additional goods-in-transit insurance can be arranged on request, with tailored quotes based on cargo type, value and destination. Please contact our team for specific insurance requirements.

Can you transport empty shipping containers?
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Yes, our dedicated container fleet is fully capable of handling and moving both loaded and empty 20ft and 40ft shipping containers nationwide.

Who This Service Is For

Our container haulage services are used by importers, exporters, freight forwarders, manufacturers and construction companies across the UK.

If you need reliable port collection and nationwide container transport for 20ft or 40ft containers, our team can provide a tailored quote based on your route and requirements.

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Need an Accurate Container Haulage Quote?

Our published container transport rates are guide prices. For live container haulage costs based on your exact route, container size and delivery requirements, speak to our team today.


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