International Rail Freight Services to Europe : Your Reliable Associate
The China to Europe railway transport, part of the China-Europe Railway Express, has become an essential logistics corridor, linking Asia and Europe. 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-Europe Railway
The China-Europe Railway Express offers multiple routes, connecting numerous Chinese cities to major European cities. These routes traverse through countries like Kazakhstan, Russia, Belarus, and Poland, ultimately reaching key European destinations. The rail network spans approximately 10,000 kilometers across the Eurasian continent.
China to Europe Railway Main Routes
Yiwu-Madrid Express
- Route: Yiwu (China) → Hangzhou → Xi’an → Alashankou (China-Kazakhstan border) → Kazakhstan → Russia → Belarus → Poland → Germany (Hamburg) → France→ Spain (Madrid)
- Transit Time: 18-21 days
Chongqing-Duisburg Express
- Route: Chongqing (China) → Xi’an → Lanzhou → Urumqi → Alashankou (China-Kazakhstan border) → Kazakhstan → Russia → Belarus → Poland → Germany (Duisburg)
- Transit Time: 16-18 days
Chengdu-Lodz Express
- Route: Chengdu (China) → Xi’an → Lanzhou → Urumqi → Alashankou (China-Kazakhstan border) → Kazakhstan → Russia → Belarus → Poland (Lodz)
- Transit Time: 14-16 days
Zhengzhou-Hamburg Express
- Route: Zhengzhou (China) → Xi’an → Lanzhou → Urumqi → Alashankou (China-Kazakhstan border) → Kazakhstan → Russia → Belarus → Poland → Germany (Duisburg) → Germany (Hamburg)
- Transit Time: 15-17 days
Suzhou-Warsaw Express
- Route: Suzhou (China) → Shanghai → Nanjing → Xi’an → Lanzhou → Urumqi → Alashankou (China-Kazakhstan border) → Kazakhstan → Russia → Belarus → Poland (Warsaw)
- Transit Time: 12-14 days
Wuhan-Duisburg Express
- Route: Wuhan (China) → Xi’an → Lanzhou → Urumqi → Alashankou (China-Kazakhstan border) → Kazakhstan → Russia → Belarus → Poland → Germany (Duisburg)
- Transit Time: 15-18 days
These China-Europe railway routes provide stable and efficient freight services, connecting major cities in China and Europe, and promoting trade and economic cooperation between the two regions. Specific schedules and timetables may vary based on demand and seasonality. If you need an accurate timetable, please contact us.
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.