Professional China-Europe Railway Express International Rail Service: Direct from China to Europe
Bofeng Logistics provides reliable and efficient China-Europe Railway Express international rail transportation services, covering Central Asia, Russia and major European countries, with train booking, customs declaration and inspection, and full tracking all in one stop.
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Services
The China-Europe Railway Express is an international rail freight service between China and Europe as well as countries along the "Belt and Road", operating on fixed train numbers, fixed routes, and fixed schedules, transporting containerized cargo from major Chinese cities to Europe and Central Asia via land corridors. Compared to sea freight, it offers faster transit times; compared to air freight, it is more cost-effective, making it an important transportation option for foreign trade export.
The China-Europe Railway Express mainly operates via three corridors: the Western Corridor exits through Alashankou and Khorgos, passing through Kazakhstan and Russia to reach Europe; the Eastern Corridor exits through Manzhouli and reaches Europe via the Russian Far East; the Central Corridor exits through Erenhot and reaches Europe via Mongolia and Russia.
Our core services:
- FCL and LCL train booking: We accept full container load (FCL) and less-than-container-load (LCL) China-Europe Railway Express shipments, with multiple train routes available and stable space.
- Export customs declaration and inspection: Our professional team handles rail export customs declaration, transit declaration, and document review to ensure compliant release.
- End-to-end cargo tracking: Leveraging the railway transport information system, we provide real-time visibility of cargo in transit and port operation status.
- Door-to-door one-stop service: Integrating domestic pickup, train transport, customs clearance in Europe and Central Asia, and last-mile delivery — one entrustment, worry-free throughout.
Service Advantages
We are not only a rail logistics service provider, but also your trusted global logistics partner.
Main China-Europe Railway Express Routes
Our company's main advantageous train routes are as follows
Western Corridor routes (via Alashankou / Khorgos)
- Yuxinou: Chongqing — Kazakhstan — Poland — Germany (Duisburg)
- Rongou: Chengdu — Kazakhstan — Poland — Germany (Lodz)
- Zhengou: Zhengzhou — Alashankou — Poland — Germany (Hamburg)
- Hanou: Wuhan — Alashankou — Poland — Germany (Duisburg / Hamburg)
Eastern Corridor and Central Line routes
- Yixinou: Yiwu — Manzhouli — Poland — Spain (Madrid)
- Chang'an: Xi'an — Alashankou — Kazakhstan — multiple European destinations
- Sumanou: Suzhou — Manzhouli — Russia — Poland (Warsaw)
Major Train Routes and Ports Reference
The following is a reference for the origins, exit ports, and major European hubs of the main China-Europe Railway Express routes.
| Route | Origin | Exit Port | Major European Hubs | Transit Time Overview |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YuXinOu | Chongqing | Alashankou | Duisburg (Germany) | Approx. 15-18 days |
| RongOu | Chengdu | Alashankou | Łódź (Poland) | Approx. 16-20 days |
| ZhengOu | Zhengzhou | Alashankou | Hamburg (Germany) | Approx. 17-21 days |
| HanOu | Wuhan | Alashankou | Duisburg / Hamburg (Germany) | Approx. 18-22 days |
| YiXinOu | Yiwu | Manzhouli | Madrid (Spain) | Approx. 20-25 days |
| Chang'an | Xi'an | Alashankou | Multiple European hubs | Approx. 16-20 days |
| SuManOu | Suzhou | Manzhouli | Warsaw (Poland) | Approx. 18-22 days |
The above transit times are general reference ranges and may be extended due to factors such as train schedules, port operations, and weather. Please refer to the booking confirmation for specifics.
Operation Process
Only 4 steps to easily ship to Europe
Your cargo's China-Europe Railway Express journey is escorted by the Bofeng professional team throughout. Clear process, worry-free and effortless.
Step 1: Consignment & Booking
- You provide: Cargo information (product name, number of pieces, gross weight and volume), origin city and destination country.
- We act: Promptly provide transparent quotes and recommended train routes, and secure a slot for you.
Step 2: Packing & Shipping
- You prepare: Provide documents required for customs declaration (packing list, invoice, contract, etc.).
- We act: Arrange door-to-door pickup, standardize packing, and handle railway shipping procedures.
Step 3: Exit Transit
- We act: Handle transit declaration at the exit port, cooperate with inspections, and ensure compliant exit.
Step 4: Destination Country Customs Clearance & Delivery
- You receive: Prepare import clearance documents for the destination country.
- We act: Assist with customs clearance in the destination country, and deliver the cargo to the designated final destination after it arrives at the station.
20GP / 40GP / 40HQ Standard Container Dimensions
Common Container Type Parameter Comparison Table
| Parameter | 20GP (20ft General Purpose) | 40GP (40ft General Purpose) | 40HQ (40ft High Cube) |
|---|---|---|---|
| External Dimensions (L×W×H) | 6.058m × 2.438m × 2.591m | 12.192m × 2.438m × 2.591m | 12.192m × 2.438m × 2.896m |
| Internal Dimensions (L×W×H) | 5.898m × 2.352m × 2.385m | 12.032m × 2.352m × 2.385m | 12.032m × 2.352m × 2.698m |
| Door Width | 2.343m | 2.343m | 2.343m |
| Door Height | 2.280m | 2.280m | 2.585m |
| Maximum Payload | Approx. 28,000 kg | Approx. 26,500 kg | Approx. 26,500 kg |
| Tare Weight | Approx. 2,300 kg | Approx. 3,800 kg | Approx. 4,020 kg |
| Internal Volume | Approx. 33.2 m³ | Approx. 67.7 m³ | Approx. 76.4 m³ |
| Suitable Cargo | Heavy cargo, hardware, stone, tiles | Light bulky cargo, furniture, appliances, daily necessities | Oversized cargo, machinery, large parts |
How to Choose the Right Container Type?
20GP: Suitable for heavy cargo (cargo weighing >250kg per m³), such as stone, steel, tiles, and hardware. The 20GP has a weight limit of 28 tons but a volume of only 33.2m³, meaning heavy cargo often hits the weight limit before filling the volume.
40GP: Suitable for cargo with large volume but moderate weight, such as furniture, appliances, daily necessities, and textiles. With a volume of 67.7m³, double that of the 20GP, the 40GP is the most economical single-container option for cargo with medium density. Note that the 40GP has a higher tare weight and a maximum payload of about 26.5 tons, roughly 1.5 tons less than the 20GP.
40HQ: 30cm taller than the 40GP (2.896m vs 2.591m), making it ideal for most boxed cargo and standard machinery. With a volume of 76.4m³, it offers nearly 9m³ more space than the 40GP. Suitable for shelves, large equipment, or cargo requiring two or more layers of pallet stacking.
Container Selection Tip: Unsure which container type to use? A simple rule — if total cargo weight is <20 tons and total volume is >40m³, choose 40GP; if total weight is >20 tons and volume is <25m³, choose 20GP; for cargo height exceeding 2.3m, choose 40HQ. For a more precise solution, contact Bofeng Logistics. We offer free load calculation services.
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