Ocean freight to selected European destinations
About 50 days
Timing basis: Vessel departure → local collection; postcode and current service dependent
Trade lanes / Selected European Destinations
Shipping from China to Selected European Destinations
Ocean, rail and oversized freight from China to eight initial European destinations. Compare collection milestones, postcode coverage, importer setup and final delivery before requesting a quote.
Request a freight quoteReference transit times
See the timing—and what it measures.
These reference ranges end at the milestone shown. Collection or container pickup is different from delivery to your address. Your quote confirms the applicable route, timing basis and final delivery plan.
Rail freight to selected European destinations
About 20 days
Timing basis: Train departure → local collection; route and current service dependent
| Route / service | Reference time | Timing basis |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean freight to selected European destinations | About 50 days | Vessel departure → local collection; postcode and current service dependent |
| Rail freight to selected European destinations | About 20 days | Train departure → local collection; route and current service dependent |
Reference reviewed: September 2026. Supplier readiness, origin collection/consolidation and waiting before departure are outside departure-based estimates. Customs, capacity and receiving appointments can affect timing. Confirm the current service before booking.
Initial service area
Eight destinations, reviewed by postcode.
Coverage is not Europe-wide. Islands, overseas territories, remote postcodes and oversized cargo require separate confirmation.
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Netherlands
- Belgium
- Austria
- Poland
Choose how your cargo moves
Ocean freight
Use LCL or FCL according to cargo volume, loading plan and delivery conditions. The current sailing and local collection milestone are confirmed before booking.
Explore this service →Rail freight
An alternative for suitable commercial cargo when the current route, departure plan and destination postcode are available. The reference time ends at local collection.
See the timing basis →Oversized freight
Crated machinery, furniture and other large pieces are reviewed against packed dimensions, weight, forklift handling and destination access.
Explore this service →Handover, loading & delivery
Choose the arrangements your shipment needs.
Factories, trading companies and importers can use the same options. Handover and container loading are separate steps; we coordinate suppliers when you need that support.
01
China handover
- Supplier delivery to the designated warehouse
- Pickup when requested, quoted separately
02
FCL loading
- Loading at the factory
- Warehouse loading, including suitable multi-supplier orders
03
European destination delivery
- Local collection or delivery according to the selected service
- Commercial, warehouse or residential delivery after postcode review
- Oversized delivery after access and unloading review
Final delivery depends on the country, postcode, address type, packed dimensions, current service, truck access and unloading arrangements.
Explore origin and delivery arrangements →Planning freight to Europe
Eight initial destinations
Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria and Poland. Other European destinations are reviewed only after checking the country, postcode, cargo and current service.
Importer, EORI and VAT setup
Before booking, identify the importer and confirm the EORI, import VAT, duty and customs representation needed in the country of import. A Europe quote does not assume one DDP setup applies everywhere.
Postcode and delivery conditions
Commercial sites, warehouses, homes and oversized deliveries require postcode and site review. Confirm appointments, truck access, unloading equipment and who will receive the cargo.
European Commission EORI guidance → European Commission import procedures →
Importer and written quote scope
Confirm the customs setup before booking.
We do not assume one DDP arrangement applies across Europe. The written quote identifies the importer, customs-representation setup, applicable EORI and VAT information, agreed transport and delivery scope, and shipment-dependent exceptions.
Importer and documents
Confirm who imports the goods and provide accurate product, material, value, origin and classification information.
Duties, VAT and customs
Duty, import VAT and customs handling depend on the product and country of import. They are itemized or explained in the shipment-specific quote.
Delivery and exceptions
Postcode, address type, appointment, remote area, oversized handling, storage, examinations and redelivery are confirmed as applicable.
Europe freight FAQ
Questions to settle before you book.
Which European countries do you currently review?
The initial public scope is Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria and Poland. Other countries require a separate check of the destination postcode, cargo and current service.
How long do ocean and rail freight take?
Current references are about 50 days from vessel departure to local collection for ocean freight and about 20 days from train departure to local collection for rail. These are not pickup-to-door promises.
Is DDP available for every European destination?
No single DDP setup is assumed across Europe. The importer, EORI, import VAT, duty, customs representation and delivery scope must be confirmed for the specific country and shipment.
Can you deliver to a home, warehouse or commercial address?
Eligible addresses can be reviewed, but service depends on the postcode, address type, appointment requirements, truck access, unloading equipment and current delivery network.
Can oversized machinery or furniture be shipped to Europe?
Oversized cargo can be reviewed when packed dimensions, weight, packaging, centre of gravity, forklift handling and destination access are provided. Acceptance and the route are confirmed before booking.
Shipment Review
Planning a shipment to Europe?
Start with the details you know. We will follow up on the cargo, postcode and delivery conditions needed for a written quote.