RAIL FREIGHT
Connecting China to the UK and EU by rail.
Efficient, cost-effective and lower-carbon rail freight between China and the UK and Europe — bridging the gap between east and west.
FASTER THAN SEA. GREENER THAN AIR.
Rail offers a balanced middle option for time-sensitive cargo that doesn’t justify air freight.
We arrange FCL and LCL rail services with first- and last-mile trucking, customs and tracking, giving you predictable transit times at a fraction of the cost of air.
SERVICE OPTIONS
Core ServicesFCL Rail
Full container block trains on established China–Europe corridors.
LCL Rail
Consolidated rail for smaller shipments.
Door to Door
Collection, rail, customs and delivery in one service.
WHAT YOU CAN COUNT ON.
Typically around half of equivalent sea transit.
Significantly lower emissions than air freight.
Scheduled departures and fewer port delays.
Customs, insurance and final-mile delivery included.
QUESTIONS, ANSWERED.
How long does China–Europe rail take?+
Typically 18–25 days terminal to terminal, depending on route and destination.
What can be shipped by rail?+
Most general cargo, including machinery and electronics. Some dangerous goods are restricted.
Is rail cheaper than air?+
Yes — usually substantially cheaper, while faster than sea.
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From a single pallet to a multi-million-pound project, our team is ready to help. Quotes within one hour.