How is transit time calculated?

How is transit time calculated?

Transit time is the amount of time it takes for a shipment to reach its destination. It can vary depending on the mode of transportation and the various steps involved in the shipment process. When you request a quote on Freightos.com, you'll receive an estimated transit time.
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Less-than-Container Load (LCL)

Pickup (1-3 days)
Container freight station (2-3 days)
Container yard (3-7 days)
Origin port (sailing time determined by the supplier's schedule)
Destination port
Container yard (2-3 days)
Container freight station (1-3 days)
Destination (1-3 days)

Full-Container Load (FCL) shipments

Pickup (1-3 days)
Container yard (3-7 days)
Origin port (sailing time determined by the supplier's schedule)
Destination port
Container yard (2-3 days)
Destination (1-3 days)
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Air shipments

Pickup (1-3 days)
Freight forwarder warehouse/terminal (1-2 days)
Origin airport (sailing time determined by the supplier's schedule)
Destination airport (1-2 days)
Freight forwarder warehouse/terminal (1-3 days)
Destination (1-3 days)
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