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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Bradford TransportUnclaimed
Bradford, United Kingdom

Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 4BD, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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Bridge GroupUnclaimed
Tinghai Avenue, China

Unit 0206, 13F, Tower A, Horoy Center, No Tinghai Avenue, 5059, China

Freight Forwarders
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Bridgetime Transport LtdUnclaimed
Cwmbran, United Kingdom

Cwmbran, Wales, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersLand / Road Transport
BT
Bridgeway ExpressUnclaimed
Weymouth, United Kingdom

Weymouth, England, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersAir FreightSea / Ocean FreightLand / Road Transport
BE
Bring CargoUnclaimed
Ramsbottom, United Kingdom

Ramsbottom, Lancashire, BL0 0NE, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
BC
Brink's (UK) LtdUnclaimed
London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Freight Forwarders
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Bristol Exports Inc.Unclaimed
Bristol, United Kingdom

Bristol, United Kingdom

General Service Agents (GSA)
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BritmoveUnclaimed
Desborough, United Kingdom

Desborough, Northamptonshire, NN14 2SW, United Kingdom

Removals
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Brittany FerriesUnclaimed
Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 8RU, United Kingdom

Shipping Lines
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Brunel Air Cargo Services LtdUnclaimed
United Kingdom

01 Meadlake place, Thorpe Lea Road, Egham England, TW20 8HE, United Kingdom

Freight ForwardersCustoms BrokerageWarehousing & 3PLAir Freight
BA
Bulk GuruUnclaimed
Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen, China

Freight Forwarders
BG
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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.