Freight forwarding from and to France

Freight forwarding France - transit times, prices and particularities

We are able to handle your transport to France cost-effectively and in just a few business days with the help of our logistics network. Find out now what to consider when shipping to France.

Transit times to and from France

Due to the differing distances between the pick-up and delivery locations, the transit times are highly variable. In the overview below you can see the regular transit times for the connection between Germany and France.

View transit times for pan-European transports on our booking platform after entering your destinations.

	Standard delivery	Premium delivery
Groupage Freight	4-7 business days	3-6 business days
Less Than Truck Loads	3-6 business days (collection within 3 business days)	3-4 business days (collection on the selected business day)
Full Truck Loads	3-6 business days (collection within 3 business days)	3-4 business days (collection on the selected business day)

 

Premium delivery

With premium delivery, the fastest possible delivery date is selected by default. Alternatively, a later delivery date can be selected during the offer configuration.

Premium delivery for pan-European shipments
If you want a fixed delivery date for a pan-European shipment, it is the last day of the specified regular transit time for the premium delivery option.

Premium delivery for groupage freight
If you request a fixed delivery date, we will store your shipments for up to 3 business days free of charge. These are counted from the last business day of the earliest possible term. For each additional business day, we will charge 5€ per pallet space and business day.

 

Shipping method Direct Loads

For Direct Loads from or to France, transit times depend on vehicle availability and the covered distance. This shipping method is the fastest option for you, as the vehicle drives to the delivery location without transshipment. Shipments are usually delivered in 1-2 business days.

Learn more about Direct Loads

Prices for transports to France

The cost of transportation to France varies depending on the chosen shipping method. Through our platform you can find out your individual prices very quick and easy.

Particularities for transports to France

Due to the distance, shipments to the south of France may take longer to arrive.

France as an economic area

The French economy is the most successful and fastest growing in Europe right after Germany. Tourism plays an important role in the service sector, as the country and Paris in particular are considered the most visited places in the world.

The main trading partner with the highest number of imports and exports continues to be Germany, followed by Spain and the USA.

The traffic infrastructure of France

With its dense highway network, excellent public transportation and long coastline, France presents a major transportation infrastructure. The highway network supports the Paris metropolitan area with the surrounding regions. About two-thirds of all highway routes are subject to tolls.

In general, the logistics sector is of high importance for France. Last but not least, due to its advantageous geographical location. The new construction of the "Ligne à grande vitesse" (LGV), which will connect France with southern Germany, is particularly relevant for freight forwarding. Thalys, on the other hand, connects Paris with Brussels, Aachen and Cologne.