See every option before you ship

If you're shipping by sea, the choices you don't see can hurt you. Without a clear view of all possible ocean freight routes, cargo owners risk missing better alternatives—faster transit times, more reliable operators, or lower-cost options. Traditional sea freight calculators only show distances, not decisions. And most shipping route planners don’t reveal the full picture—especially when it comes to transshipments, inland links, or operator coverage.

Routescanner shows you all possible container routes—from origin to destination—across sea and inland transport. We go beyond typical shipping container route tools by combining live schedules, historical performance, and emissions data for full transparency. You’ll see every available option for your sea shipment, including routing combinations you may not have considered.

This isn’t just about distance—it’s about making informed decisions that improve performance, reduce costs, and build resilience into your supply chain.

Explore every possible option

> Discover container shipping routes across 1,300+ ports and 284 operators.

> Visualize full end-to-end routes, including sea, rail, barge, and road legs.

Reveal smarter alternatives

> Identify transshipment hubs, operator choices, and total transit times.

> Uncover cost-saving options with real-time and historical route data.

Plan with precision

> Use a multimodal shipping route planner built for today’s logistics complexity.

> Base every decision on verified insights—not assumptions.

Support your sustainability goals

> Access emissions and reliability data per route to optimize for greener outcomes.

> Find the balance between cost, time, and CO₂ efficiency.

With Routescanner, you see the complete picture and move with confidence.