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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DS FreightUnclaimed
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
DF
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

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

Freight Forwarders
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DSIUnclaimed
Qingdao, China

Qingdao, Shandong, 266000, China

Freight Forwarders
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DSWUnclaimed
Xiamen, China

Xiamen, 361006, China

Freight Forwarders
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DTDTS LtdUnclaimed
Wembley, United Kingdom

Wembley, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
DL
DTW LogisticsUnclaimed
Nanshan, China

Nanshan, 518000, China

Freight Forwarders
DL
Duale's LTDUnclaimed
London, United Kingdom

London, Uk, W3 ORX, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
DL
Huangpu, China

Huangpu, Shanghai, 200001, China

Exporters
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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
EC
Eastway CargoUnclaimed
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518111, China

Freight Forwarders
EC
China

Address Fuyong Jiedao Fuwei No 2 Industrial Park Building A23 Room 401 Baoan District Shenzhen Guangdong, 518000, China

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PL
EC
EBISS UK LTDUnclaimed
Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Haywards Heath, England, United Kingdom

Air FreightSea / Ocean Freight
EU
St Helens, United Kingdom

St Helens, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersLand / Road Transport
EF
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Scandinavian Way , Stallingborough, Grimsby, Lincolnshire United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Brunthill Road , Kingstown Industrial Estate, Carlisle, Cumbria United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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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.