Ocean Freight Route
OaklandAtlanta
USOAKATL
Distance
1,849 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings
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Logistics Infrastructure Profile
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
US
Origin Port
Oakland
Infrastructure Highlights
- Large-scale container terminals with on-dock rail connectivity
- Ocean-going berths capable of handling Post-Panamax vessels
- Extensive intermodal links to regional rail and interstate highway networks
- Contemporary cargo-handling equipment and yard management systems
Key Exports
Agricultural products (including refrigerated meat, fruit, and nuts)Forest products and paperMachinery and industrial equipmentWastepaper and scrap materialsWine and beverages
Export Compliance
Cargo owners must ensure compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and any applicable sanctions programs when routing cargo via Oakland.
AT
Destination Port
Atlanta
Infrastructure Highlights
- Extensive interstate highway connectivity via I-75, I-85, and I-20 supports high-volume ground freight.
- Major air cargo operations at Hartsfield–Jackson handle time-sensitive and high-value shipments.
- Integrated rail infrastructure with Class I railroads supports intermodal transfers between air and ground networks.
- Advanced warehousing and distribution centers in the metro area serve regional and national fulfillment.
Key Imports
Consumer electronics and appliancesApparel, footwear, and retail goodsAutomotive components and finished vehicles (via rail/truck from seaports)Industrial machinery and capital equipmentPharmaceuticals and healthcare products
Import Regulations
Imported goods moving through Atlanta fall under U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and complete customs declarations.