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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Liverpool, United Kingdom

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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SeamarcoUnclaimed
Shaoxing, China

Shaoxing, 312300, China

Export Associations
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United Kingdom

C73 Shelton Boulevard, Stoke on Trent England, ST1 5GQ, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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Seatrans IntUnclaimed
Shanghai, China

Shanghai, China

Freight Forwarders
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Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom

Seaway Logistics Ltd, Rix Road Kingston upon Hull, England, HU7 0BT, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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Shanghai, China

2F, No. 35 MeiYuan Road, Jing'an District Shanghai, Shanghai, 200070, China

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PLAir FreightSea / Ocean Freight+1
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SEECANUnclaimed
Longgang, China

Longgang, 421800, China

Freight Forwarders
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United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Netherlands Way, Kiln Lane Industrial Estate , Stallingborough, Grimsby, Lincolnshire United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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Send2ChinaUnclaimed
Wheler Road, United Kingdom

Unit 5-7 Wheler Road, England, CV3 4LB, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PLLand / Road Transport
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Belfast, United Kingdom

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PLLand / Road Transport
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Lincoln, United Kingdom

Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 2LR, United Kingdom

Hauliers / Trucking
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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.