Ocean Freight Route

ColonLos Angeles

PACTB
USLAX
Distance
2,570 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between Panama and United States.

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

PA
Origin Port

Colon

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Efficient access to the Atlantic entrance of the Panama Canal
  • Advanced container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Integrated yard space and near-dock warehousing facilities
  • Multimodal links to the Panama Canal Railway and national highway network

Key Exports

Transshipped containerized manufactured goodsAgricultural products (including bananas and other tropical fruits)Refined petroleum products and chemicalsMetals and scrapWood and paper products

Export Compliance

Traders must comply with Panama Canal Authority and national customs regulations for all outbound cargo.

US
Destination Port

Los Angeles

Infrastructure Highlights

  • High-capacity container terminals with on-dock rail connections
  • Deep-water berths accommodating ultra-large container vessels
  • Integrated intermodal links to major interstate highways and rail corridors
  • Advanced cargo handling systems and terminal operating technology

Key Imports

Consumer goods and retail merchandiseElectronics and household appliancesFurniture and home furnishingsAutomotive parts and vehiclesIndustrial machinery and components

Import Regulations

Every inbound shipment must meet U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, including accurate entry documentation and tariff classification.

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