Rail Schedule Export

Our Express China Rail export service provides collection services across Europe and the UK, along with cross-trade options.

Fixed Weekly Service Guide 

The guide we provide is a useful resource for arranging and managing your shipping needs.

Bookings:   Last day for receiving bookings - Friday, prior to 'container loading day at Dartford depot'

Route:          Based on our schedule, please see below the route taken by our Express China Rail export service

By Truck:      Dartford to Duisburg, Germany
By Rail:         Duisburg / Mala / Belarus / Russia / Kazakhstan / Xi'an, China

Transit Time Savings

We regularly review transit time savings for our Express China Rail export service and based on the latest review our service from our Dartford hub to arrival Xi'an rail terminal proved to be significantly quicker, saving up to 30 days, when compared to ocean freight sailings from the UK to China Eastern ports during the same period. 

Cross-Trade Expertise

Our specialists can handle cross-trade rail shipments, ensuring smooth and efficient cargo movement between countries without passing through the UK, for both LCL and FCL services. 

Comprehensive Cargo Insurance

We offer competitive cargo insurance for goods shipped via rail.

• Please note: Marine insurance policies may not cover rail movements, and specific insurance coverage may need to be arranged
• Contact us: for advice on arranging the right coverage for your shipments.

Why take unnecessary risks? Davies Turner offers all-risk marine cargo insurance to safeguard your shipments.

Key benefits include:

• Coverage for loss and damage
• Coverage for freight charges
• Re-delivery of lost or damaged goods
• Protection beyond the limitations of CMR liability, which only compensates based on weight, not invoice value

Davies Turner’s flexible rail freight services ensure reliable and sustainable solutions tailored to your needs. Get in touch with our experts today to learn more:

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