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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CV Freight LtdUnclaimed
Ashford, United Kingdom

Ashford, Middlesex, TW15 1AU, United Kingdom

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D & D TransportUnclaimed
Alfreton, United Kingdom

Birchwood Way, Cotes Park Industrial Estate, Somercotes, Alfreton England, DE55 4QQ, United Kingdom

Warehousing & 3PL
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D.K. HARRIS LIMITEDUnclaimed
Peterborough, United Kingdom

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PLLand / Road Transport
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Dalian EpochUnclaimed
Dalian, China

Dalian, Liaoning, 116001, China

Freight Forwarders
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Dalton InternationalUnclaimed
Clophill, United Kingdom

Clophill, England, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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Danbrit Shipping LtdUnclaimed
Goole, United Kingdom

Goole, Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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DANTFUL SHIPPING & AIR FREIGHTUnclaimed
China

: Rm 8AB, Wenhua Building East Shennan East Rd Shenzhen, US : 17595 ALMAHURST ROAD, SUITE 209 CITY OF INDUSTRY 91748, China

Freight ForwardersAir 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.