Rail Freight from China to UK
Move your cargo from China to the United Kingdom with ZGGShip’s expert staff using our various rail freight forwarding services. We offer you secure and quick shipments at highly competitive rates.
WHO WE ARE
Rail Freight from China to UK
If you have to transport your goods in huge numbers, moving them via rail freight is generally faster than sea transport and more cost-effective than air freight. ZGGShip has helped countless clients bring their cargo from China to the United Kingdom over our decade of experience in the industry.
With our robust and experienced staff, our team is capable of satisfying every shipping requirement you have. Ship today via rail freight with ZGGShip to get the services you need at low rates.
Extensive forwarding experience
Tailor-made shipping plans
Secure and fast shipping
Competitive rates
FEATURES
Why Ship from China to UK by Rail Freight
Shipping your cargo by rail translates to faster deliveries relative to sea frieght and lower costs against air shipping. ZGGShip offers various rail freight services you can get at cost-effective rates.
Truckload Shipping Service
Truckload shipping services refer to the kinds of freight where the goods are delivered on-road via trailer trucks. Typically, the cargo inside the trucks are homogeneous or of the same nature. Truckload shipping may be used side by side with rail freight, especially in accomplishing the final mile of your shipment.
- Full truckload shipping (FTL)
- Less than a truckload shipping (LTL)
- Intermodal in-land transport
Hassle-free Rail Freight
There's a huge chance for issues to occur when transporting cargo, so having a forwarder highly capable of rail freight like us is essential. Get stress-free rail shipping with ZGGShip.
- Tracking
- Full-time client support
- Smooth clearances
Less than Truckload Shipping Service
Truckload shipping may be necessary when shipping by rail to complete your delivery. If your cargo doesn't fill up an entire trailer, choosing less than truckload shipping (LTL) may be better in terms of costs. When shipping by LTL, the trailer space would be shared by multiple shippers like you. Pay only for the space that your cargo takes with LTL freight.
Timely Shipments
Like you, we understand that time is important in business. Being able to deliver your goods to your clients on the dot with rail freight is essential in attaining good customer satisfaction and retention.
- Global staff
- Excellent credentials
- Complete documentation
Competitive Service
Our extensive experience over more than eleven years in the industry enables us to satisfy your shipping requirements. With our connections in terms of rail freight, we guarantee to bring you the competitive services you need.
- Experienced staff
- Affordable freight costs
- Fast shipping
We have all the services to help your business. Quote us today!
DDP Shipping
Get Your Cargo by Rail Freight Fast With Full China Port Options
Rail freight that comes from China passes through various railway lines to the United Kingdom. With the Yiwu-London line as the major rail freight route for China-UK shipments, you may also deliver your goods to other places in the UK, such as Felixstowe, Immingham, Hull, and London.
Shipping from Yiwu to UK
Shipments from Yiwu to the United Kingdom have an estimated transit time of 25 to 28 days, with Yiwu being the world’s biggest wholesale market, especially for small commodities.
Shipping from Fujian to UK
You may also be shipping your products from Fujian. Keep in mind that cargo arrives in the United Kingdom in at most four weeks for those from the said province.
Rail Freight Options That ZGGShip Offers
ZGGShip has helped countless clients to deliver their cargo to different places in the world. With the China-Europe Railway Express, we can bring your goods to various countries like the United Kingdom, Kazakhstan, Russia, Poland, Germany, France, and more.
E-commerce Fulfillment
ZGGShip can help fulfill everything needed to securely and quickly deliver your e-commerce products to your clients.
International Freight
Ship your products internationally to the United Kingdom at affordable freight rates you can get by working with us.
Dropshipping Agent
Keep your dropshipping business on track by letting us talk with your supplier for faster deliveries.
Ship to Amazon FBA
Ensure that your FBA business keeps going without hassle by shipping your inventory on time.
Tips for Getting the Best Rail Freight Quote from China to UK
When shipping via rail freight from China to the United Kingdom, a lot of factors will affect your freight quote. Finding a good freight forwarder would be your best decision to get the best quote you can find.
#1 Hiring the right freight forwarder
A good forwarding partner must be well-versed with the insides of rail freight, so that hidden costs and penalties can be avoided. Aside from this, they may also be able to help you get more competitive freight rates, saving you a lot of money in the long run.
#2 Paperwork
It is commonly known that clearances for cargo transported via rail are much faster than traditional ocean shipments. While the restrictions set may be laxer, ensuring that the paperwork is complete would help avoid hassle and may even quicken the process.
#3 Use optimal packaging
Many shippers tend to use inappropriate packaging options for their freight. For instance, they may use boxes for certain products when they could have been packaged using poly mailers. Talking with your supplier about your packaging options may help you save money in shipping.
Optional China to UK Freight Services
DDP Shipping
DDP shipping agreements mean that you, as the shipper, are responsible for every expense needed aside from the unloading of cargo. Protect your investment by entrusting our expert team to deliver your products to your client.
UPS Shipping
We work with UPS, another major company in the sector, in addition to FedEx and DHL. We can meet your secure shipping demands at a reasonable price thanks to our relationships.
DHL Shipping
ZGGShip collaborates with a number of industry leaders, including DHL, a global logistics giant. We can give you the freight transportation services you require at a reasonable price.
Door-to-Door Shipping
Our global team of experts uses a variety of shipping and other services to transport your shipment safely. We also provide shipping services from your door to your clients'.
FedEx Shipping
One of the most well-known shipping companies is FedEx. We are a FedEx official partner, allowing us to safely transport your package from China to the United Kingdom.
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How Long Does Rail Freight Take to Ship from China to UK?
Shipping your cargo via rail freight transport from China to the United Kingdom would take anywhere from ? to ? days. Several factors and processes would affect your total shipping time, aside from the duration that the train travels. Hence, having a warehousing facility or picking a place near the point of origin is important.
Some factors that add up to your total shipping time include the following.
- Packaging
- Movement of your goods in-land
- Booking
- Customs clearance
- Pickup
- Intermodal delivery
- Others
Most of the time, truckload shipping and other intermodal solutions may be needed to accomplish the last mile of your shipment when shipping via rail. The unloading and loading of your cargo would also affect the duration. Inspections and clearances would also occur when they reach the United Kingdom.
RAIL FREIGHT TIME FROM CHINA TO UK | ||
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PORT OF DEPARTURE | DESTINATION PORT | TRANSIT TIME |
Chengdu | Immingham / Felixstowe / Hull | 19 to 28 days |
Chongqing | Immingham / Felixstowe / Hull | 25 to 28 days |
Wuhan | Immingham / Felixstowe / Hull | 25 to 28 days |
Xian | Immingham / Felixstowe / Hull | 25 to 28 days |
Yiwu | Immingham / Felixstowe / Hull | 25 to 28 days |
How Much Does Rail Freight Cost to Ship from China to UK?
Your total shipping costs when transporting your cargo via rail depends on several factors. These may include the following:
Rail freight services you chose
- Shipping via FCL or LCL
- Shipment load
- Using full truckload or less than truckload shipping
- Nature of goods to ship
- Others
That's why planning your shipping requirements is important for you to be able to grasp your budget. Rail freight costs start between $? to $?. Note that rail freight rates are calculated in a similar way as sea freight costs. How much space your cargo takes may be used in calculating your fees.
The destination of your cargo is also taken into account. Generally, the farther you want to ship your goods, the more pricey it gets. Other fees for handling, taxes, duties, and more, may also apply.
THE COST OF RAIL FREIGHT FROM CHINA TO UK | |
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
we offer thousands of shipping container rates for your shipment needs. Whether you're shipping to Europe, Asia, North America, South America, Africa, or Oceania, we have got you covered.
You can check the "How Much Does it Cost to Ship from China to the UK?" section, or get more information by contacting us.
Generally, you should consider the following factors in estimating your shipping expenses.
- Product nature
- Shipping location
- Cargo load
- Shipping method
Expect that sensitive goods will cost much more than normal merchandise to ship as there are many precautionary measures to employ to ensure that they won't get damaged. Weigh your budget and see how many products you can ship. Also, take note that more distant shipping locations incur steeper prices.
You can check the "How Long Does it Take to Ship from China to the UK?" section, or get more information by contacting us.
In general, it takes as short as one to three days to transport your goods to the United Kingdom. The shipping time can span up to 28 days or more depending on your chosen shipping method.
You can check the "How Long Does it Take to Ship from China to the UK?" section, or get more information by contacting us.
To different regions of the United States takes different time, here is some info. for reference.
- 23-28 days
The shipping time from China to the United Kingdom is affected by different factors, and the difference will be very large. If you need a specific arrival time, please contact us.
You can check the "How Long Does it Take to Ship from China to the UK?" section, or get more information by contacting us.
To different regions of the United Kingdom takes different time, here is some info. for reference, but in general, by express is the quicky way and take few days from China to UK.
- 4-7 days
The shipping time from China to the United Kingdom is affected by different factors, and the difference will be very large. If you need a specific arrival time, please contact us.
You can check the "How Long Does it Take to Ship from China to the UK?" section, or get more information by contacting us.
To different regions of the United Kingdom takes different time, here is some info. for reference, but in general, by air is the fast way and take few days from China to UK.
- 2-5 days
The shipping time from China to the United Kingdom is affected by different factors, and the difference will be very large. If you need a specific arrival time, please contact us.
We'd love to work with you and help you handle everything ship from China to the UK. Just contact us and telling us what products and it's dimensions etc. information, and our team will do our best to do the rest of stuffs.
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To get a specific quotation, you need to provide the specific information, like below:
- product name
- Package dimensions
- Total weight
- Location of China
- Prefer transport method: like by sea
- etc.
Didn't have any transport method in your mind now? Don't worry, just contact us, and our experts will give the best advice based on your requirement.
You can check the "What is the Best or Cheapest Way to Ship from China to the UK?" section, or get more information by contacting us.
To understand the fastest or cheapest shipping options from China to the United Kingdom, there are many factors to consider. So please contact us, we will provide combined transportation solutions according to your time needs to meet your needs and maximize your income.
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