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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Southall, United Kingdom

Southall, Middlesex, UB1 2BW, United Kingdom

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London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

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DIMERCOUnclaimed
Shanghai, China

Shanghai, 200000, China

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Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, 518033, China

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Borehamwood, United Kingdom

First Floor, Unit 370 Centennial Park, Centennial Avenue, Elstree Borehamwood, England, WD6 3TJ, United Kingdom

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Dover, United Kingdom

Dover, Kent, CT16 1QD, United Kingdom

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DKXpressUnclaimed
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

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DLEM-GROUPUnclaimed
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United Kingdom

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DM CouriersUnclaimed
Leicester, United Kingdom

Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 8FD, United Kingdom

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柯木朗, China

柯木朗, 天河区, 510520, China

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United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Claydon Business Park , Great Blakenham, Ipswich, Suffolk United Kingdom

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Double SpeedUnclaimed
Bao'An, China

Bao'An, Shenzhen, 518000, China

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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.