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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Southampton, United Kingdom

Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3AZ, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
QL
Quick CargoUnclaimed
Thorpe Industrial Estate, United Kingdom

Thorpe Industrial Estate, England, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PLAir FreightSea / Ocean Freight
QC
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Hamilton House , Foster Road, Parkeston, Harwich, Essex United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
R&
Romford, United Kingdom

Romford, Essex, RM7 0JD, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
RW
London, United Kingdom

London, Middlesex, UB8 1HR, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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Rays BikesUnclaimed
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Importers
RB
London, United Kingdom

London, Middlesex, Ub24ex, United Kingdom

Air Freight
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RBC LogisticsUnclaimed
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Hauliers / Trucking
RL
RCL XMNUnclaimed
Kaiyuan, China

Kaiyuan, Guangdong, China

Freight Forwarders
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RDF CouriersUnclaimed
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Couriers, Mail & Express
RC
Boston, United Kingdom

Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 6HG, United Kingdom

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Kennel Lane, United Kingdom

Kennel Lane, England, United Kingdom

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RL

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.