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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PatientsFlowUnclaimed
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

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PengUnclaimed
China

518000, China

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Pennex GroupUnclaimed
Burnham-on-Crouch, United Kingdom

Burnham-on-Crouch, England, United Kingdom

Warehousing & 3PLAir Freight
PG
Woking, United Kingdom

Perform Logistics Unit C5 Octimum Business Park, Forsyth Road Woking, England, GU21 5SF, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersAir FreightSea / Ocean Freight
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PHD GROUP LTDUnclaimed
Huangpu, China

Huangpu, Guangzhou /, 510725, China

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Pick Pack ProUnclaimed
Blakelands, United Kingdom

Unit 36 Tanners Drive Blakelands, MK14 5BN, United Kingdom

Warehousing & 3PL
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PLT LogisticUnclaimed
Guangzhou, China

Office 525, Baiyun District Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

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Southall, United Kingdom

Bridge Road Southall, UB2 4AB, United Kingdom

Warehousing & 3PL
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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.