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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T-OCEANUnclaimed
Futian, China

Futian, Guangdong/china, 518000, China

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Leith, United Kingdom

Leith, Scotland, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersCustoms Brokerage
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T&M HAULAGEUnclaimed
United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Hauliers / Trucking
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深圳罗湖, China

深圳罗湖, 深圳, 523000, China

Freight Forwarders
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T2L LtdUnclaimed
Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom

Kingston upon Hull, England, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersWarehousing & 3PLAir Freight
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TALUnclaimed
Luohu, China

Luohu, 51800, China

Freight Forwarders
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Basildon, United Kingdom

Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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TG LogisticsUnclaimed
Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Haywards Heath, Haywards Heath, RH16 1UA, United Kingdom

Air Freight
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Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1UA, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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Feltham, United Kingdom

Feltham, England, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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Rochester, United Kingdom

Rochester, Kent, ME3 0EP, 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.