Chinese Cars Shipping & Logistics — Export From China
Ocean freight from 8 Chinese ports, rail corridors to Central Asia and Russia, and documentation support for 42+ destination countries shipping new and used Chinese cars.
Shipping Routes From China
Departure Ports
Tianjin Port
Northern China's largest port. Primary hub for Russia, Central Asia, and Europe. Full container and Ro-Ro facilities.
Shanghai Port
World's busiest container port. Covers Middle East, Africa, South America, and Oceania routes.
Guangzhou Port
Southern China hub. Direct services to Southeast Asia, Africa, and South America.
Shenzhen Port
Major tech and automotive hub. Routes to Middle East, Africa, and Europe.
Ningbo Port
Key Zhejiang hub. Complementary routes to Shanghai with competitive rates.
Dalian Port
Northeast China hub. Fastest routes to Vladivostok and Russian Far East.
Khorgos Land Port
China–Kazakhstan land border crossing on the western Silk Road corridor. Fast rail/truck routes into Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Russia — no ocean leg.
Estimated Transit Times
| Destination | Ocean Freight | Rail Freight | Land (via Khorgos) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vladivostok | 7–12 days | — | — |
| Moscow | 25–32 days | 14–20 days | 16–22 days |
| Yekaterinburg | 22–28 days | 12–18 days | 16–20 days |
| Novosibirsk | 20–26 days | 12–16 days | 14–18 days |
| Almaty, Kazakhstan | — | — | 2–4 days |
| Tashkent, Uzbekistan | — | — | 10–14 days |
| Jebel Ali, UAE | 18–24 days | — | — |
| Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire | 25–35 days | — | — |
| Santos, Brazil | 30–45 days | — | — |
| Algiers, Algeria | 22–30 days | — | — |
Overland Rail & Truck Transit via Khorgos
For CIS and Central Asian destinations, the Khorgos land corridor often beats ocean freight on speed. Vehicles transfer from Chinese trucks or rail to Kazakhstan-bound trains at the border crossing, cutting weeks off transit.
Border transfer at Khorgos
Vehicles cross at the Khorgos land port and transfer onto Kazakhstan/CIS-bound rail wagons or trucks.
Weekly departures, bonded consolidation
Multiple sailings of the overland route each week, with vehicles grouped into efficient bonded consignments.
10–22 day CIS transit
Almaty in 2–4 days, Tashkent in 10–14 days, Moscow and Yekaterinburg in 16–22 days.
Rail or truck, your choice
Full overland coverage — rail where speed and cost align, truck for the fastest door-side delivery in the region.
Incoterms, explained simply
We quote in the four terms exporters and importers use most — FOB, CIP, CIF and DAP. Not sure which fits your case? Message us — we’ll advise based on your route and cargo setup.
Free On Board — we deliver the vehicle cleared for export onto the vessel at the Chinese port. You arrange and pay for ocean freight, insurance and destination charges.
Best for experienced importers with a freight forwarder
Cost, Insurance & Freight — we cover ocean freight and marine insurance to your destination port. You handle import clearance, duties and local delivery.
Most popular — predictable total cost to your port
Carriage & Insurance Paid — we cover freight and transit insurance to your destination port or terminal, overland or by sea. You handle import clearance, duties and local delivery.
Recommended for CIS & Central Asia land routes via Khorgos
Delivered At Place — we manage the entire journey to the city or terminal you choose. Import duties and taxes are settled on your side.
Best for first-time buyers who want door-side delivery
Questions About Shipping Chinese Cars
Need a Custom Quote?
Contact our logistics team for personalized rates — FOB, CIF or CIP with marine insurance covered during transit — and transit times to your destination port.