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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Shi Tong. Co. LtdUnclaimed
Guangzhou, China

Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510000, China

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Shine Line IntUnclaimed
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518001, China

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Shining OceanUnclaimed
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Freight Forwarders
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ShiningoceanUnclaimed
Luohu, China

Luohu, Shenzhen, 518000, China

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SHIPIOUnclaimed
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

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ShiplyUnclaimed
United Kingdom

Greater London, W1B 3HH, United Kingdom

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Shiply.comUnclaimed
Manchester, United Kingdom

Manchester, United Kingdom

Freight Exchange
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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.