Port of Hamburg & Hinterland

Container Transport Hamburg:
Hinterland Logistics by Truck & Rail

HIS Hamburg Intermodal Service arranges reliable container transport from Port of Hamburg and Bremerhaven — by truck for regional and overnight delivery, by rail for sustainable hinterland connections across Europe. One partner, full transparency, on time.

Truck
Direct Delivery
Rail
Hinterland Rail
DE+EU
Pan-Europe
24/7
Tracking
Direct access to HHLA, Eurogate, Burchardkai
Own carrier network & certified partners
Empty & full container handling
ISO, Reefer, Open Top, Flat Rack
Container Transport Services

Container Transport & Hinterland Logistics – Full Service Overview

From container pickup at the terminal to delivery at the consignee — we cover every phase of hinterland transport.

Container Pickup at Port of Hamburg

We collect import containers directly from HHLA, Eurogate and Burchardkai — on schedule, with complete port documentation.

Import FCLPort PickupDirect

Hinterland Rail (Combined Transport)

Container rail transport from Hamburg to the hinterland — Munich, Frankfurt, Cologne, Vienna, Prague, Warsaw. Eco-friendly, cost-efficient, punctual.

Rail CTEuropeLow CO₂

Container Truck Transport (Long Distance)

Direct truck transport for time-critical shipments and destinations off the rail corridors — overnight express, direct drive.

FCL TruckExpressOvernight

Container Depot & Empty Container Management

Return, storage and reposition of empty containers at Hamburg port and connected depots — cost-optimised and fast.

DepotEmpty ContainersRepositioning

Reefer Container Transport

Temperature-controlled container transport for food, pharmaceuticals and chemicals — unbroken cold chain from port to consignee.

ReeferCold ChainGDP

Intermodal Complete Transport

Combination of sea freight + rail + truck in one optimised transport chain — one contact, one invoice, full transparency.

IntermodalAll-in-OneETA
How It Works

Container Transport from Hamburg – Step by Step

Fast, transparent and without surprises — from enquiry to delivery.

1

Enquiry & Quote

Tell us container type, destination, required date. Quote within 24 hours including port charges and all surcharges.

2

Booking & Dispatch

We arrange the truck or rail slot, organise container pickup at the terminal and coordinate all port formalities.

3

Transport & Tracking

Container collected on schedule. Real-time tracking keeps you updated on transport status throughout.

4

Delivery & Completion

Delivery to consignee, empty container return and complete transport documentation — all from one source.

Why HIS Hamburg

Your Benefits with HIS Hamburg Container Transport

Reliability, network and technology — for seamless hinterland logistics from Port of Hamburg.

On-Time Guarantee

Container pickup and delivery at the agreed time — with clear communication on delays and proactive disruption management.

Port of Hamburg Expertise

Years of experience with HHLA, Eurogate and Burchardkai terminals — we know the processes, windows and contacts.

Own Transport Network

Established partnerships with certified truck carriers and rail operators across Germany and Europe — stable capacity even in peak seasons.

Real-Time Tracking

GPS-based container tracking and automatic ETA updates — you always know where your goods are.

Intermodal from One Source

Combined sea-rail-truck transport without interface problems — we are responsible for the entire chain, not just one segment.

Transparent Pricing

All-in quotes with no hidden costs: port charges, THC, documentation and delivery — all included in the quote.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions – Container Transport Hamburg

How much does container transport from Port of Hamburg cost?
Costs depend on destination, container type (20' or 40'), transport mode (truck or rail) and urgency. Truck transport Hamburg–Munich typically ranges from €600–1,200 per 20' container. We provide a no-obligation quote within 24 hours including all port charges and surcharges.
How quickly can a container be collected from Hamburg?
With early booking we arrange container pickup at the Hamburg terminal within 24–48 hours after carrier release. For express requirements, same-day pickup is possible depending on availability.
Which European countries does HIS Hamburg deliver containers to?
We deliver containers to all EU countries as well as Switzerland, the UK, Turkey and Eastern Europe. Key markets include Germany (all federal states), Austria, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary.
Can you also transport reefer containers?
Yes. We have trucks with reefer connections and partner capacity for temperature-controlled container transport. The cold chain is continuously documented and monitored from port to consignee.
Container Transport Enquiry

Request Container Transport Hamburg – Free & No Obligation

Tell us the container type, destination and date — we will deliver a complete quote within 24 hours, including all port charges.