Sea route · Asia – Indian Subcontinent
Cai Mep – Thi Vai to Colombo by sea
Typical routing, approximate distance and estimated transit time for ocean freight from Cai Mep – Thi Vai to Colombo.
- Approx. distance
- 2,200 nm (≈ 4,070 km)
- Transit (direct service)
- 6–8 days
- Transit with transshipment
- 9–15 days
- Pure sailing time at 16–18 knots
- 5.1–5.7 days
- Main straits & canals
- Singapore Strait, Strait of Malacca
- Service pattern
- Direct & transshipment options
- Typical transshipment hubs
- Singapore
Routing
From Cai Mep – Thi Vai the usual routing passes Singapore Strait, Strait of Malacca before reaching Colombo.
Both direct services and transshipment options are offered on this route; transshipment typically connects in Singapore.
Straits and canals on this route
- Singapore Strait Busy strait at the southern end of the Malacca route, next to the Singapore, Tanjung Pelepas and Batam hubs.
- Strait of Malacca The main sea link between the Pacific and Indian Oceans, used by most Asia–Europe, Middle East and South Asia services.
About this trade lane: Asia – Indian Subcontinent
Vietnam to India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh via the Strait of Malacca, directly or via Singapore, Port Klang and Colombo.
South Asian ports are reached from Vietnam via the Strait of Malacca, either on direct intra-Asia loops or by transshipment in Singapore, Port Klang or Colombo.
Distances are the sum of great-circle legs between waypoints along the usual sea lanes, through the relevant straits and canals, rounded to the nearest 10 nautical miles. Transit ranges assume a typical service speed of 16–18 knots plus time for intermediate port calls and canal transits; transshipment adds several days for the connection at the hub. Figures are estimates for planning and comparison, not carrier schedules.
Frequently asked questions
How long is shipping from Cai Mep – Thi Vai to Colombo?
About 6–8 days port to port on a direct service, for an approximate sea distance of 2,200 nautical miles. Add time for inland transport, customs and any transshipment.
Are there direct services from Cai Mep – Thi Vai to Colombo?
Both direct and transshipment services are commonly offered; transshipment usually connects in Singapore.
How can I get a freight rate from Cai Mep – Thi Vai to Colombo?
Send Global Logistic Group your cargo type, volume (FCL or LCL), ready date and Incoterms®; we will compare carriers and send an all-in quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking. Data as of October 2026.