Freight shipping for your business
Clear options. Transparent pricing. End-to-end control.
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We make freight transport simpler than you think
Freight shipping is nearly as easy as sending a parcel. Our online tools help you choose the right service, understand costs upfront and ship with confidence.
- Online booking and customs documents
- All-in rates with guaranteed transit times1
- Last-minute discounts for big savings
What is freight shipping?
At FedEx, shipments over 68 kg move through our freight network, usually palletised for safe and efficient handling. Standard customs information applies, depending on origin and destination. Costs and transit times depend on weight, destination and service speed. We’ll help you compare options and get a tailored quote online.
How to ship freight
Confirm your shipment weighs more than 68 kg
Choose the speed you need from our FedEx freight services
Understand the cost with our freight shipping calculator
Prepare your shipment for freight transport (pallets, labels, documents)
Send your shipment end-to-end with FedEx (pickup, tracking, delivery)
What can I ship?
Dangerous goods
FedEx handles more than 2,200 different types of dangerous goods in 90+ countries worldwide.
Fragile and high-value goods
Sensitive shipments just need a bit of extra care when packing and labelling.
Bulky and non-palletised items
Items like crates, drums, reels or bags can be shipped as freight when properly prepared.
Find the right freight service
FedEx offers a choice of services, so you can balance speed and freight shipping cost within Europe and worldwide.
| What matters most for you? | Best choice | Arrive by |
|---|---|---|
 SPEED |
FedEx International Priority® Freight* | Next-day delivery to most markets in Europe 2-3 business days worldwide Morning delivery to most US destinations |
| FedEx International Economy® Freight* | 4-6 business days worldwide | |
 COST |
FedEx® Regional Economy Freight* | 1-3 business days in Europe |
| FedEx® Deferred Freight** | 3-6 business days in Europe 6-8 business days to Asia and North America |
|
 DELIVERY |
FedEx® International Priority DirectDistribution* | Transported and cleared as a single shipment, then delivered as individual pieces to multiple addresses in the destination country |
*The availability of services and transit times referred to herein may vary depending on origin and destination. Terms and conditions apply – visit fedex.com for full details on our services.
**Service available from Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Ireland, Israel, Italy, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Sweden, and Switzerland to the U.S. and Asia (Republic of China, Hong Kong SAR, Japan, Singapore), and Spain to Latin-America (Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico). Dangerous goods not accepted.
Try our freight shipping calculator
No account required
All you need is the weight and dimensions of your shipment to instantly get a freight shipping quote. You’ll see the cost and speed of all your options, including any last-minute discounts available.
Why choose FedEx for freight shipping?
As a freight integrator, we own and operate our own air and road network. That gives you greater reliability, visibility and control compared to traditional freight forwarders.
All-in freight shipping rates
Our freight service is end to end. All-inclusive pricing by weight covers everything from pickup and transport to clearance and last-mile delivery.
Enhanced tools and tracking
Online tools put freight shipping quotes, booking and paperwork at your fingertips. Precision tracking within our closed-loop network gives you near real-time visibility.
FedEx Money-Back Guarantee
For international freight shipping, you’ll get an estimated delivery date. If we don’t meet it, we’ll refund the cost of the shipment*
*Terms and conditions apply – visit fedex.com for full details on our services.
Get a personalised offer
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Specialist solutions to combine with our freight services
Advanced monitoring for high-value goods
FedEx Priority Alert™ offers 24/7 monitoring by our global service analysts, including priority boarding and clearance.
Fast, seamless customs clearance
FedEx customs tools and teams keep your freight shipments on track. Or choose FedEx International Broker Select to work with your own customs broker.
Cold-chain freight transport
Cold shipping containers provide reliable temperature control for up to 120 hours. Thermal blanket solutions are also available.
Bespoke freight shipping solutions
There’s no shipment too urgent, awkward or delicate for our Special Services — from Dedicated Vehicle to Next Flight Out.
More about freight shipping
Costs are calculated based on weight, dimensions, destination and service. Get a quote 24/7 with all-in transparent pricing.
If you know the weight and dimensions of your shipment, you can request a quote for discounted last-minute rates anytime.
FedEx delivers your freight shipment door to door, including customs clearance. Or you can choose to work with your own customs broker, if desired.
Special services are available for oversized goods.
Just like parcels, you can track FedEx freight shipments 24/7 with near real-time visibility.
Our Special Services can handle nearly any request with the fastest, most efficient options for time-sensitive freight transport.
Dangerous goods are divided into nine classes, plus a few sub-classes. The class your product falls under will affect how you pack, label and transport it.
There are six basic steps.
Booking and Documentation: You'll need to prepare important documents like a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly certificates or permits depending on the goods and destination.
Packaging and Pickup: Pack your goods securely to avoid damage during transit. Then, they're picked up and moved to the departure airport.
Export Customs Clearance: Before your shipment leaves the country, it must be cleared by customs. This ensures all legal and tax obligations are met.
International Transport: Your goods are transported to an airport in the destination country.
Import Customs Clearance: Upon arrival, your shipment goes through customs again to check documents, duties, and taxes.
Final Delivery: Once cleared, your shipment is transported to its final destination, whether that's a warehouse, store, or other business location.
1 The availability of services and transit times referred to herein may vary depending on origin and destination. Terms and conditions apply – visit fedex.com for full details on our services.