China to United Kingdom Shipping

China → United Kingdom trade lane

Browse 4,403 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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CNS IntertransUnclaimed
Guangzhou, China

Guangzhou, 510000, China

Freight Forwarders
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Cnslogistic.comUnclaimed
Guang Zhou, China

Guang Zhou, 470005, China

Freight Forwarders
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Co-LogisticsUnclaimed
Luohu District, China

Luohu District, Guangdong, China

Freight Forwarders
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Cockfield KnightUnclaimed
Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

The Staiths, Port of Middlesbrough, Depot Road England, TS2 1LE, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersCustoms Brokerage
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CocoonFMS® LtdUnclaimed
Lichfield, United Kingdom

Frog Lane Lichfield, England, WS13 6YY, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersAir FreightSea / Ocean Freight
CL
Compass Courier ServicesUnclaimed
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom

Couriers, Mail & Express
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ComproasiaUnclaimed
Guangzhou, China

Guangzhou, Guangdong, 33333, China

Freight Forwarders
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ComtransUnclaimed
Guangzhou, China

Guangzhou, 510600, China

Freight Forwarders
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Con-Tra UKUnclaimed
London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PLLand / Road Transport
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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.