Shantou Shi
Guangdong Sheng
China
I. Port Overview
Shantou Port is the largest port in eastern Guangdong, with international routes to Southeast Asia [according to Shantou Port Group 2025]. Bofeng Logistics provides international container shipping services with Shantou Port as the port of origin.
Located in Shantou City, Guangdong Province, at the estuary of the Han, Rong, and Lian Rivers, adjacent to the South China Sea, Shantou Port is the largest port in eastern Guangdong and a key infrastructure of the national Special Economic Zone. It is the port in Guangdong Province closest to Taiwan [according to Shantou Port Group 2025]. The annual container throughput is approximately 1.5 million TEUs. The port area consists of Zhuchi Port Area, Guang'ao Port Area, etc., with Guang'ao Port Area being a deep-water port.
II. Main Routes
2.1 Domestic Routes
| Destination Port | Reference Transit Time | Route Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen Port | 1-2 days | Coastal Route |
| Guangzhou Port | 2-3 days | Coastal Route |
| Xiamen Port | 1-2 days | Coastal Route |
| Shanghai Port | 3-4 days | Coastal Route |
2.2 Major International Routes
| Destination Port | Reference Transit Time | Common Shipping Lines |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Port | 4-6 days | COSCO, MSC |
| Bangkok Port | 4-5 days | CMA CGM |
| Jakarta Port | 5-7 days | COSCO, MSC |
III. Bofeng Logistics Experience Sharing
Bofeng Logistics Experience Sharing: Shantou Port is the economic gateway of the Chaoshan region in eastern Guangdong. Shantou is a renowned hometown of overseas Chinese and a production base for toys, textiles, and garments. After the deep-water berths at Guang'ao Port Area were put into operation, Shantou Port gained the capacity to handle large container vessels. For customers in eastern Guangdong, exporting via Shantou Port reduces inland trucking costs by approximately 30% compared to shipping via Shenzhen Port.
IV. Shipping Recommendations
Shantou Port offers a free storage period of 3-5 days. The distance from Shantou Port to Xiamen Port is about 200 km, and to Shenzhen Port about 300 km.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the advantages of Shantou Port? A: Shantou Port is the largest port in eastern Guangdong. For customers in the Chaoshan region, exporting via Shantou Port reduces inland trucking costs by approximately 30% compared to shipping via Shenzhen Port. After the deep-water berths at Guang'ao Port Area were put into operation, its capability to handle large vessels has significantly improved.
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Related Ports: Shenzhen Port | Xiamen Port