China to Germany Shipping

China → Germany trade lane

Browse 3,628 logistics providers serving China to Germany. Ocean cargo from Shanghai, Ningbo, and Shenzhen reaches Hamburg and Bremerhaven in around 30–40 days, while the China–Europe rail corridor delivers to Duisburg — Europe’s largest inland port and the main rail gateway — in roughly 16–20 days. Air freight to Frankfurt is 4–7 days. Forwarders handle EU import clearance (ATLAS) and onward distribution.

PLT LogisticUnclaimed
Guangzhou, China

Office 525, Baiyun District Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

Freight Forwarders
PL

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Port of KielUnclaimed
Kiel, Germany

Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, 24103, Germany

Sea Port Authorities and Operators
PO
PrepInChinaUnclaimed
Yiwu, China

Yiwu, Zhejiang, China

Freight ForwardersCustoms Brokerage
P
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, 518000, China

Freight Forwarders
PS
Frankfurt Flughafen, Germany

Frankfurt Flughafen, Germany

Freight Forwarders
PA
ProgoUnclaimed
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, 518000, China

Air Freight
P
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Freight ForwardersCustoms BrokerageWarehousing & 3PLSea / Ocean Freight
QL

Frequently asked questions

How long does China to Germany shipping take?
Sea freight to Hamburg/Bremerhaven is typically 30–40 days; China–Europe rail to Duisburg is around 16–20 days; air freight 4–7 days. Forwarders quote exact schedules.
Why is Duisburg important for China–Germany rail?
Duisburg is Europe’s largest inland port and the primary terminus of the China–Europe rail network, with frequent block trains from Chinese hubs. Many forwarders route rail cargo through it for onward EU trucking.
What customs applies to German imports from China?
Non-EU imports are declared through Germany’s ATLAS system, with duty and import VAT. Most German forwarders on CargoLinked handle ATLAS clearance and EU distribution.