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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Xiamen, China

Xiamen, 361006, China

Freight Forwarders
OL
Feltham Trading Estate, United Kingdom

Unit 6 Mercury Centre Feltham Trading Estate, England, TW14 0RN, United Kingdom

Warehousing & 3PL
OC
Singapore, China

2 Kallang Pudding Road, #08-12, Mactech Building Singapore, 349307, China

Freight ForwardersCustoms BrokerageWarehousing & 3PLLand / Road Transport
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Optima WSUnclaimed
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Warehousing & Packing
OW
Bridge, United Kingdom

Suite 8, Tower House, New Portreath Road Bridge, TR16 4QL, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersAir FreightSea / Ocean Freight
OI
United Kingdom

Suite 2A Unit 1, Orwell House, Ferry Lane, Felixstowe England, IP11 3QL, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersCustoms BrokerageWarehousing & 3PLAir Freight+2
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Birmingham, United Kingdom

Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 1QX, 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.