Condition moves the price first
Wind-and-watertight, cargo-worthy and one-trip are not interchangeable grades. Ask for the exact unit, recent photos and a written condition description.
Updated September 13, 2026
Shipping container prices in British Columbia
Plan around current asking prices for ordinary 20 ft and 40 ft dry sea cans in British Columbia. These estimates cover the container itself, without delivery.
Planning range
What the container alone may cost
Local inventory can change quickly. Confirm the exact unit, grade and pickup location with the seller.
| Size | Condition | Estimated container price |
|---|---|---|
| 20 ft standard | Used WWT / cargo-worthy | $1,600–$3,000 |
| 20 ft standard | New one-trip | $3,250–$4,200 |
| 40 ft standard or high-cube | Used WWT / cargo-worthy | $1,750–$4,000 |
| 40 ft, usually high-cube | New one-trip | $4,500–$7,100 |
WWT means wind and watertight. Cargo-worthy is a different grade and may carry current inspection or certification requirements. A low advertised price can also be an as-is unit, a limited sale or a starting price rather than a representative unit.
How to compare quotes
A price is only useful when the grade matches
These checks keep a low headline number from becoming an expensive surprise.
Forty-foot usually means high-cube
Much of the current 40 ft one-trip inventory is 9 ft 6 in high. Confirm the height and door configuration before comparing two offers.
Separate the unit from the trip
For a fair British Columbia comparison, ask suppliers to show the container, delivery, unloading and tax as separate lines.
Check current listings
Sources for British Columbia
Use these supplier listings and price guides to confirm current stock, grade and pickup terms. Online prices can change quickly.
Keep comparing
Related pricing pages
Move between the national guide, the province and nearby major markets without mixing delivery into the equipment price.
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