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.

Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, China

Freight ForwardersAir FreightSea / Ocean Freight
KL

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United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
LT
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518000, China

Freight Forwarders
LL
Boness, United Kingdom

Boness, Falkirk, EH51 0QG, United Kingdom

Hauliers / Trucking
LL
United Kingdom

Lightwood PLC, Little Canfield Business Park, High Cross Lane East, Little Canfield England, CM6 1WW, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PL
LL
Shanghai, China

Shanghai, 200120, China

Freight Forwarders
LL
Mansfield Woodhouse, United Kingdom

Mansfield Woodhouse, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
LS
Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
LG

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.