Container Movers Near You in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 

Container Transport offers the best shipping container transport services for businesses and individuals in Philadelphia, PA. Call us today to get started.

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Moving Storage Containers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 

Container Transport has been the leading storage container shipping company in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for over a decade. We possess unmatched experience in the industry, enabling us to guarantee our clients' satisfaction and success consistently. We are a top-rated storage/shipping container moving company. Our clients appreciate the transparency and trustworthiness of our logistics experts, who are available around the clock throughout the year. For transparency, we provide our clients with certifications, including our MC number and insurance policies, before transport. We provide coverage on all orders, whether you are moving one or multiple new or used containers. We handle containers moving to and from all areas, including ports, residential areas, terminals, warehouses, businesses, and other designated points. Our Philadelphia container transport services are customizable to all our clients' needs, as we also offer intermodal and multimodal services. Contact us today for bookings.

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Safe and Secure Shipping Container Transport Services in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 

Container Transport guarantees our clients professionalism and resourcefulness in moving containers to or from Philadelphia. We have a team of well-trained and licensed personnel, including drivers and a rigger crew, at our client's disposal. Our rigging crew ensures your container is loaded and unloaded safely. They are efficient in ensuring smooth services. On the other hand, our drivers ensure proper route planning to ensure stress-free and timely delivery. We rely on many trailers and trucks nationwide to make shipments. We have lowboys, step decks, RGNs, flatbeds, and more. We move all container types. Whether you’re seeking conex moving services in Philadelphia, PA, or any other type of container, we’re here to make that happen. Contact us to get started.

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Import and Export Container Moving Services

Whether you’re importing a container with goods for your business or exporting an empty one, we’re here to help. Container Transport has over a decade of experience in import and export container transport services. We’re here to ensure your container is transported smoothly and your items arrive in good condition. Whether you’re importing or exporting single or multiple containers, we’re here to get the job done. Call us for a free quote.

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Transporting a Container Loaded With Heavy Machinery, Cars, Equipment, Household Goods, Furniture, Tools, Lumber, Personal Belongings, and More in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 

Container Transport is dependable for moving partially or fully loaded containers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We transport a diverse range of goods in the most suitable containers. You can either lease or rent if you don't own one. For instance, we assist our clients with relocating between cities or states. We ensure our customers are sufficiently prepared for the move. When packing, glassware, mirrors, and other fragile items require wrapping in bubble wrap, cloth, or a blanket to prevent breakage. Larger items, such as furniture, must be carefully secured to the container floor, ensuring adherence to weight distribution. If your container still has space left after packing the items you intend to move, you can also load your car. Reach out to us today for loaded container transport services in Philadelphia, PA.

Container Types We Transport

Container Transport moves all types of containers. Whether yours is fully loaded, empty, half-empty, or customized, we will move it.

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What is the Cost of Transporting Containers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?

Container Transport offers the most affordable container transport services in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Our rates are personalized to meet each client's specific needs. As a result, the cost per mile ranges between $2.95 and $3.10. We charge depending on the weight and size of the container, its type, and the handling it requires, as well as the season, fuel prices, and the distance between the pick-up and drop-off locations. The primary factor is the distance coverage, as longer distances attract higher fuel costs and time. We also offer container transport services on short notice, subject to an additional fee. Our rates are straightforward, with no hidden or additional costs. They are also free. Contact us for a detailed Philadelphia container moving estimate today.

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State to StateDistanceTrailer Cost
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Alliance, Nebraska1,593.8 mi$4,940.78
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Biloxi, Mississippi1,167 mi$3,617.7
Santa Cruz, California to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania2,934 mi$9,095.4
Newport, Oregon to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania2,926.8 mi$9,073.08
Honolulu, Hawaii to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania4,908 mi$15,214.8

Note: The above container moving costs are only estimates and might be higher or lower upon booking. They depend on location, loading/unloading needs, weight, size, and more factors. Call us to get an accurate price.

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A better b2B shipping experience

Container Transport offers all business container shipping solutions. Transport your valuable business assets locally, nationwide, or even overseas. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of ensuring every detail is done correctly. We treat your container move as if it were our own.

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24/7 Customer Support

Dedicated 24/7 customer support with one of our 120+ logistics agents ensures your business moves seamlessly, anytime, anywhere.

Customs Clearance

Our B2B freight shipping services include expert customs clearance, ensuring your shipments arrive smoothly and without delay.

Credit line

We offer a credit line with monthly billing statements for easy and stress-free container transport.

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Airport and Port Container Shipping Services in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

We offer the best container moving services to and from ports and airports near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 

  • Packer Avenue Marine Terminal
  • Tioga Marine Terminal
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
  • Penn Terminals 
  • Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE)
  • Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN)


When transporting containers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, these are some of the highways we use: 

  • Interstate 76 (Schuylkill Expressway)
  • Interstate 95 (Delaware Expressway)
  • Interstate 676 (Vine Street Expressway)
  • U.S. Route 1 (Roosevelt Boulevard and City Avenue)
  • U.S. Route 30 (Lancaster Avenue and Girard Avenue)

We Ship Containers To and From Cities Neighboring Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Book our container moving services to and from these cities near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 

  • Ardmore, PA
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • Camden, NJ
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Collingswood, NJ
  • Darby, PA
  • Lansdowne, PA
  • Upper Darby, PA
  • Yeadon, PA

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Frequently aSKED questions

To get a quote for moving containers, you can call Container Transport or visit our website. Click the get quote tab, usually at the bottom of the home or about us page. Sometimes, the tab is on the menu section. Give details of what you want to ship, in this case, a container. Next, you need to give information on the final destination of your container. Before you get the quote or estimate, submit your personal information, including your name, phone number, and email, to receive your free quote for moving containers.
Moving containers requires the best trailers that can handle heavy or wide loads. The choice of a suitable trailer depends on the container size, 20 feet or 40 feet, and weight. Our container transport company has numerous types of trailers that handle oversized, heavy, or wide containers. Our logistic agents can recommend lightweight and high-strength chassis trailers because of their outstanding maneuverability, flexibility, and ability to carry 20-foot, 40-foot, and extended containers. We also use flatbed trailers that have adequate strength for container hauling. Another trailer option to hire is the Gooseneck, which can carry light to heavy containers.
Loading a container on a trailer or truck requires specialized equipment or tools. Shipping container movers first ensure the container is in perfect condition, free from damages, holes, or issues that can damage the things inside. Next, the shipping specialists moving the containers ensure the trailer is parked in the best position for proper loading. It should have all the required tie-downs to hold the container securely for safe transportation. Our container transport company uses cargo lifters, such as top pickers, driverless AGVs, forklifts, and cranes, to lift the cargo and properly position it in the trailer for securing and transportation.
Yes, permits are a vital requirement when shipping a container locally or internationally. Some local, state, international, and federal guidelines, regulations, and laws require you to have permits based on the type of goods you are transporting and the final destination of your cargo. As a renowned legitimate transportation company, we navigate the shipping industry and regulations to ensure our clients get all the necessary permits to ship their containers safely without legal issues.
Yes, we have cranes that help us load and offload your container from trailers and other means of transportation. The numerous cranes for loading and unloading include crawler, tower, overhead, floating, and gantry cranes with different applications. Tower cranes are state-of-the-art equipment that can lift containers to and from trailers during intermodal shipping. Overhead cranes help in lifting heavy containers in our shipyards.