China to United Kingdom Shipping

China → United Kingdom trade lane

Browse 4,398 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

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

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Double SpeedUnclaimed
Bao'An, China

Bao'An, Shenzhen, 518000, China

Freight Forwarders
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DS FreightUnclaimed
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

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Staines, United Kingdom

Staines, England, United Kingdom

The Mill, Horton Road , Stanwell Moor, Middlesex United Kingdom

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DSIUnclaimed
Qingdao, China

Qingdao, Shandong, 266000, China

Freight Forwarders
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DSWUnclaimed
Xiamen, China

Xiamen, 361006, China

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DTDTS LtdUnclaimed
Wembley, United Kingdom

Wembley, United Kingdom

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DTW LogisticsUnclaimed
Nanshan, China

Nanshan, 518000, China

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Duale's LTDUnclaimed
London, United Kingdom

London, Uk, W3 ORX, United Kingdom

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Huangpu, China

Huangpu, Shanghai, 200001, China

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E-ForwardingUnclaimed
Shanghai, China

Shanghai, China

Freight ForwardersSea / Ocean Freight
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Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518027, China

Freight Forwarders
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Rainham, United Kingdom

3B Lamson Road Rainham, England, RM13 9YY, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersCustoms BrokerageWarehousing & 3PLAir Freight+2
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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.