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.

Sheldon, United Kingdom

Sheldon, United Kingdom

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

Shenzhen, 518000, China

Freight Forwarders
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United Kingdom

Suite 501 & 502, The Cotton Exchange, Old Hall Street, Liverpool England, L3 9LQ, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersLand / Road Transport
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London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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Dunmow, United Kingdom

Dunmow, England, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersCustoms BrokerageLand / Road Transport
CA
ChinaUnclaimed
China

China

Freight Forwarders
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China BeslineUnclaimed
Xiamen, China

Xiamen, 361006, China

Freight Forwarders
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Guangzhou, China

Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

Freight ForwardersCustoms BrokerageWarehousing & 3PLSea / Ocean Freight+1
CF
China FreightUnclaimed
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Nanshan District, 510852, China

Air Freight
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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.