International Rail Freight Services to UK : Your Reliable Associate
The China to UK railway transport, part of the China-Europe Railway Express, has become an essential logistics corridor, linking Asia and UK. Since its inception in 2011, this rail route has significantly contributed to the development of trade and logistics between China and Europe.
A brief introduction to the China-UK Railway
The China to UK railway, part of the Belt and Road Initiative, connects the two countries through various routes, primarily focused on freight transport. These routes are part of the larger China-Europe Railway Express network, which spans multiple countries and provides an alternative to sea and air freight.
China to UK Railway Main Routes
Yiwu-London Route
- Route: Yiwu (China) →Alashankou (China-Kazakhstan border) → Kazakhstan → Russia → Belarus → Poland → Germany → France → London, UK
- Transit Time: Around 18 days
- Distance: Approximately 12,000 kilometers
Chongqing-Duisburg-London Route
- Route: Chongqing (China) → Alashankou (China-Kazakhstan border) → Kazakhstan → Russia → Belarus → Poland → Germany (Duisburg) → Belgium → France → London,UK
- Transit Time: 16-19 days
- Distance: Approximately 11,000 kilometers
Zhengzhou-London Route
- Route: Zhengzhou (China) → Alashankou (China-Kazakhstan border) → Kazakhstan → Russia → Belarus → Poland → Germany → Belgium → France → London,UK
- Transit Time: Around 18 days
- Distance: Approximately 12,000 kilometers
Wuhan-London Route
- Route: Wuhan (China) → Alashankou (China-Kazakhstan border) → Kazakhstan → Russia → Belarus → Poland → Germany → Belgium → France → London,UK
- Transit Time: Around 17-18 days
- Distance: Approximately 11,000 kilometers
These China-Europe railway routes provide stable and efficient freight services, connecting major cities in China and UK, and promoting trade and economic cooperation between the two regions. These routes contribute significantly to trade between China and the UK, facilitating the movement of goods across Eurasia and enhancing economic ties.
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How to Book Rail space with Linkway？ Transport Process
Booking and Preparation:
Contact a rail transport agent or logistics company to book space and prepare all necessary documents and customs procedures.
Cargo Loading:
Cargo is loaded and subjected to security checks at the departure station.
Rail Transport:
Cargo is transported by rail to the destination, possibly passing through several transit stations.
Customs Clearance and Pickup:
Upon arrival, cargo undergoes customs clearance and is arranged for pickup.
Railway Service Advantages
- Speed: Faster than sea freight, typically reducing transit time to 15-20 days.
- Cost-Effective: More economical than air freight, providing a balanced solution.
- Environmental: Lower carbon emissions compared to air and sea transport.
- Reliability: Regular schedules and high-frequency departures.