Rail freight
Rail freight: the smart middle ground
Faster than sea and more affordable than air. Rail freight between Asia and Europe for brands that want balance.
Rail freight services
A better option for many shipments
For goods travelling between Asia and Europe, rail can offer a strong balance of speed, cost and a lower carbon footprint.
Full container by rail
Your own container on scheduled rail services between Asia and Europe.
Shared container (LCL)
Share a container and pay for the space you use, ideal for smaller volumes.
Door to door
Collection at origin, rail transit, and final delivery by road to your chosen address.
Customs clearance
Declarations, duty and VAT handled so your goods clear smoothly on arrival.
Lower carbon
Rail typically produces far fewer emissions than air freight for the same journey.
Route advice
We'll compare rail with air and sea so you can see the trade-offs clearly.
Why ship with us
More than a booking
Honest comparisons
We'll show you air, sea and rail side by side, so the choice is yours.
Straight into stock
Rail shipments can be delivered into our Rotterdam or Thame warehouses, ready to sell.
Joined-up tracking
One team keeping you updated from collection to delivery.
Freight that lands straight in your warehouse
Because we run fulfilment centres in Thame and Rotterdam, your stock can go from the supplier to our shelves, and on to your customers, with one team managing every step.
Questions
Good to know
When does rail make sense?
Rail is often a good fit when sea freight is too slow but air freight is too expensive, particularly for goods moving between Asia and Europe.
Is rail freight reliable?
Scheduled rail services run regularly. We'll advise on current routes and realistic transit times when you ask for a quote.
Can rail shipments come to the UK?
Yes. Goods can travel by rail into Europe and then by road to the UK, with customs handled along the way.
Thinking about rail?
Send us your shipment details and we'll compare rail with air and sea for you.