Faster than Sea Freight.
Cheaper than Air Freight.
Find the right balance to ship your goods from China to Europe.
Rail Transport is on average....
70% cheaper than air freight
Opt for rail freight and reduce transport costs by up to 70% compared to air freight. It's a great option for goods that aren't time-sensitive, while ensuring excellent value for money.
50% faster than sea freight
Rail freight takes approximately 15 to 20 days to connect China and Europe, providing a 50% time-saving compared to sea freight. Perfect for companies looking to expedite shipments while keeping logistics costs under control.
The Best Alternative for Shipping from China
Importers and exporters between China and Europe increasingly favor the rail transport service. With dedicated logistics corridors and a well-developed rail network, it shortens transit times while maintaining competitive costs.
Rail Freight Solutions from China
Similar to sea freight, rail freight offers a variety of container types, but these two are the most commonly used by our clients.
FCL: Fill a Container for Full Control
FCL rail freight from China is perfect for large-volume shipments that require a full container. This solution offers secure, direct transit without any handling interruptions, ensuring your goods safely reach their destination from the Chinese terminal to the European station.
- Dedicated container for maximum security
- Suited for large quantities and regular shipments
- Cost savings per unit shipped
LCL: Share a Container and Save
LCL is an ideal option for businesses with less than a full container load. You share container space with other shippers, allowing you to benefit from rail freight advantages while keeping costs competitive.
- Flexible solution for smaller volumes
- Costs distributed based on volume
- Access to the European distribution network
Door-to-Door Delivery
Starting at the Station
Our intermodal service combines rail freight with other modes of transport (truck, maritime) to provide a full door-to-door solution. Ideal for complex shipments, it optimizes transit times while minimizing handling, ensuring the safety and integrity of your goods.
- Ideal for long-distance shipments
- Cost reduction through shared resources
- Increased security with fewer handling points
Adapting in Real Time to Keep Your Supply Chain Moving
When faced with unexpected issues like rail congestion, we don’t sit idle.
For instance, if the Duisburg terminal is overloaded, we reroute your shipment through alternative strategic points, such as Liège, and then use road transport to deliver the goods directly to your warehouse in France.
This flexibility ensures that we maintain control of your supply chain, no matter the obstacles.
Need a Custom Route for Your Rail Shipments?
Contact us to explore all alternative options and ensure your deliveries are secured, even when faced with unforeseen circumstances!
Why choose
us?
Cargo Consolidation
We combine smaller shipments with others to optimize costs.
Door-to-Door Solutions
Complete support from China to your warehouse in France or Europe.
24/7 Support
A dedicated point of contact is available anytime to answer your questions.
Local Presence and European Network
With offices in China and Europe, we ensure efficient tracking at every step of the transport process.
Our Achievements
6100 +
Clients
9200 +
Operations
230 +
K CBM Chartered
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I contacted DocShipper to organize the import of board games from Asia to Switzerland. Despite my lack of experience in the field and the modest size of my request, my dealings with the staff were always professional and efficient. I received sound advice and the staff always took the time to answer my questions. I look forward to working with DocShipper for the import of my goods and highly recommend their services.
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December 10, 2024
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March 5, 2024
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November 28, 2024
In the event of goods being stuck at customs, Robert [...] is a customs broker you should arguably consider to release your cargo. Once I knew that my scale modeling tools coming from Spain are being withheld at Suvarnabhumi Airport, I resorted to him to release it and handle the last mile delivery. All what he asked me is to send 2 emails to be able to do it! [...] Well guess what, within 48 hours, it was done! I got my parcel at my place in Phuket.
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Mar 5, 2024
A vice president caught up in the thick of thin things, an EXW shipment of plumbing supplies for irrigation from Eureka California to Costa Rica is definitely not what I’d like to have on my agenda. Robert’s hang-in-there posture toward any arising challenges in shipping. [...] skillfully handled all US export formalities incl. SED/AES filing, not to mention the sea freight from Oakland POL. Everything ended up working out like a charm!
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July 10, 2024
I feel they covered everything. DocShipper shipped a 20- ft Milvan overseas to Laem Chabang for a customer. The team was responsible for shipping the shipping to another country. Having very little knowledge in this area, I didn't know how to organise myself . One week after my arrival on the Asian continent. Marc O. Was available at all times and nearly instant feedback. Made a stressful event much easier and he definitely knows his job.
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Aug 9, 2023
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