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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London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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United Kingdom

United Kingdom

GFS House , West Drayton, Heathrow, Middlesex United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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GH ForwardingUnclaimed
China

China

Room 1901 , ZhongNing Building, Haishu District, Ningbo, . China

Freight Forwarders
GF
Bromley, United Kingdom

Bromley, Kent, TN15 7DA, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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GLAUnclaimed
China

China

2109, 21st Floor, HongChang Plaza,Shennan Dong Road NO 2001, Luohu district, Shenzhen, China ,, 2109, 21st Floor, HongChang Plaza,Shennan Dong Road NO 2001, Luohu district, Shenzhen, China, 2109, 21st Floor, HongChang Plaza,Shennan Dong Road NO 2001, Luohu district, Shenzhen, China, 2109, 21st Floor, HongChang Plaza,Shennan Dong Road NO 2001, Luohu district, Shenzhen, China China

Freight Networks
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GLA Co., Ltd.Unclaimed
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518000, China

Air Freight
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Old Trafford, United Kingdom

34 Brindley Road, City Park Old Trafford, England, M16 9HQ, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersCustoms Brokerage
GC
Hayes, United Kingdom

Hayes, England, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PLAir FreightSea / Ocean Freight+1
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Global MotionUnclaimed
Hayes, United Kingdom

Unit 4 Vinyl Place, Prologis, Dawley Road Hayes, UB3 1DA, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PLAir FreightSea / Ocean Freight+1
GM

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.