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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Glasgow, United Kingdom

Academy Park, 3000 Gower Street Glasgow, Scotland, G51 1PR, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersLand / Road Transport
MT
United Kingdom

46 Lockfield Avenue, Brimsdown, Enfield England, EN3 7PX, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersLand / Road Transport
MF
Shah Alam, China

6-2,Tower 2B, UOA Business Park, No.1, Jalan Pengaturcara U1/51A, Section U1 Shah Alam, 40150, China

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PL
ML
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518000, China

Freight Forwarders
ML
MovehubUnclaimed
London, United Kingdom

London, London, NW5 3NL, United Kingdom

Removals
M
Movers EuropeUnclaimed
London, United Kingdom

London, SE5 0NP, United Kingdom

Removals
ME
Studley, United Kingdom

Studley, England, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
MT
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Customs BrokerageWarehousing & 3PLAir FreightSea / Ocean Freight+1
MS
Chertsey, United Kingdom

Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 8FA, United Kingdom

Couriers, Mail & Express
MC
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

The Barn, Merlin Court , Ahsford Road, Hythe, Kent United Kingdom

Rail Operators & Agents
MU
Ipswich, United Kingdom

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersCustoms BrokerageWarehousing & 3PLLand / Road Transport
MF
N.A DarkensUnclaimed
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
ND
Maltby, United Kingdom

Maltby, England, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersLand / Road Transport
ND
NAX FreshUnclaimed
London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersCustoms BrokerageWarehousing & 3PL
NF

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.