China to United Kingdom Shipping

China → United Kingdom trade lane

Browse 4,641 logistics providers serving China to United Kingdom. Cargo from Shenzhen, Shanghai, and Ningbo reaches Felixstowe and Southampton in roughly 30–40 days by sea, while China–Europe rail delivers to the UK in about 18–22 days as a faster mid-cost option; air is 4–7 days. Post-Brexit, forwarders handle GB import declarations (CDS) and customs at any EU transit points.

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United Kingdom

United Kingdom

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CW
Hongkou District, China

Hongkou District, Shanghai, China

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PLLand / Road Transport
CI
Liverpool, United Kingdom

Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 0AY, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
CF
Chichester, United Kingdom

Chichester, Sussex, PO18 8WY, United Kingdom

Freight Software
CL
Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
CS
London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersAir FreightSea / Ocean FreightLand / Road Transport
CF
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PLAir FreightSea / Ocean Freight
CC
United Kingdom

CCT Worldwide Ltd, Unit 13, Ashford House, Beaufort Court, Rochester England, ME2 4FA, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersCustoms BrokerageWarehousing & 3PLAir Freight+2
CW
United Kingdom

CCT Worldwide Ltd, Unit 13, Ashford House, Beaufort Court, Rochester England, ME2 4FA, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersCustoms BrokerageWarehousing & 3PLAir Freight+2
CW

Frequently asked questions

How long does China to UK shipping take?
Sea freight to Felixstowe/Southampton is typically 30–40 days; China–Europe rail is around 18–22 days; air freight 4–7 days. Forwarders confirm exact schedules against sailing and departure dates.
Is rail freight from China to the UK worth it?
Rail sits between sea and air on cost and speed (~18–22 days), making it useful for time-sensitive but budget-conscious cargo. Availability and rates vary with capacity — post a request for current options.
What customs do UK imports from China need?
GB imports are declared through HMRC’s Customs Declaration Service (CDS), with duty and import VAT (postponed VAT accounting available). Most UK forwarders on CargoLinked file these as standard.