Rail Freight from China to Europe & Switzerland – Efficient Solutions for Modern Supply Chains
Why Choose Rail Freight? – The Efficient Balance Between Sea and Air Transport
Rail Freight Solutions from China to Europe and Switzerland | LCL & FCL Transport
Rail Freight on the New Silk Road – A Strategic Transport Corridor Between China, Europe and Switzerland
Rail freight on the New Silk Road has developed over recent years into a stable and strategically important transport solution connecting China, Europe and Switzerland.
Companies that require predictable transit times, regular departures and a cost-efficient alternative to air and sea freight increasingly benefit from this mode of transport.
As a freight forwarder with a strong focus on intercontinental supply chains, TLS-Cargo GmbH provides structured LCL and FCL rail freight solutions from China’s key industrial regions. Our services are designed to shorten lead times, maintain transparent cost structures and integrate seamlessly into existing logistics networks.
Rail Freight Between China and Europe – Technical Advantages and Predictable Transit Times
Rail freight combines speed, stability and cost control. Positioned between sea and air freight, it offers a clear operational and economic alternative.
Transit Times: 15–20 Days
Average transit times between China and Europe range from 15 to 20 days, making rail freight significantly faster than sea freight (typically 35–45 days).
30–70% More Cost-Effective Than Air Freight
Compared to air freight, rail transport is 30–70% more economical, depending on volume and weight, with only moderately longer transit times.
Stable Schedules
Regular departures and fixed timetables ensure high planning reliability, a key factor for manufacturing, trading and e-commerce companies.
Lower Energy Consumption
Rail freight has a lower energy footprint per transported unit, making it a more sustainable solution within global supply chains.
LCL Rail Freight – Flexible Solutions for Small and Medium Volumes
LCL (Less-than-Container-Load) rail freight is a central pillar of our rail services. It allows companies to ship small and medium-sized volumes without booking a full container.
We consolidate LCL shipments at specialized logistics hubs in China and offer weekly departures on all major rail corridors to Europe.
Our LCL Consolidation Hubs in China
Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Chongqing, Wuhan, Xi’an
All consolidation processes follow standardized procedures, ensuring full traceability throughout the entire transport chain. Clients benefit from transparent pricing, structured workflows and end-to-end shipment visibility, from pickup to final delivery.
Key Benefits of LCL Rail Freight
LCL rail freight is particularly suitable for e-commerce, consumer goods, electronics, spare parts, textiles and fashion, as well as products requiring regular but non-volume-intensive shipments.
FCL Rail Freight – Stable Solutions for Higher Volumes
For companies shipping larger volumes, we offer FCL (Full Container Load) rail freight on key China–Europe routes.
Compared to sea freight, rail significantly reduces transit times, while offering more stable costs than air freight.
All containers follow a clearly defined process, from pickup and loading to final delivery.
Door-to-Door Rail Freight: China → Europe → Switzerland
To ensure smooth execution, we provide a fully integrated door-to-door service covering every transport stage.
All operations follow clearly structured workflows, ensuring high operational stability and planning security.
Industries That Benefit Most from Rail Freight
Rail freight is well suited for a wide range of industries in Switzerland and the EU, particularly:
These sectors benefit from the combination of predictable transit times, competitive costs and reliable capacity.
Seamless Integration into Modern Supply Chains
Many companies combine different transport modes to balance speed, cost efficiency and flexibility. Rail freight integrates seamlessly into hybrid logistics concepts:
By combining these modes, production and supply processes can be optimized strategically.
Request Rail Freight Quote
We support companies in selecting the most suitable transport model – LCL or FCL.
For your shipment from China to Europe or Switzerland, we will be happy to prepare a tailored quotation with clear transit times and transparent costs.
TLS-Cargo GmbH – Your Swiss partner for professional rail freight solutions on the New Silk Road.
Rail freight on the New Silk Road has developed over recent years into a stable and strategically important transport solution connecting China, Europe and Switzerland.
Companies that require predictable transit times, regular departures and a cost-efficient alternative to air and sea freight increasingly benefit from this mode of transport.
As a freight forwarder with a strong focus on intercontinental supply chains, TLS-Cargo GmbH provides structured LCL and FCL rail freight solutions from China’s key industrial regions. Our services are designed to shorten lead times, maintain transparent cost structures and integrate seamlessly into existing logistics networks.
Rail Freight Between China and Europe – Technical Advantages and Predictable Transit Times
Rail freight combines speed, stability and cost control. Positioned between sea and air freight, it offers a clear operational and economic alternative.
Transit Times: 15–20 Days
Average transit times between China and Europe range from 15 to 20 days, making rail freight significantly faster than sea freight (typically 35–45 days).
30–70% More Cost-Effective Than Air Freight
Compared to air freight, rail transport is 30–70% more economical, depending on volume and weight, with only moderately longer transit times.
Stable Schedules
Regular departures and fixed timetables ensure high planning reliability, a key factor for manufacturing, trading and e-commerce companies.
Lower Energy Consumption
Rail freight has a lower energy footprint per transported unit, making it a more sustainable solution within global supply chains.
LCL Rail Freight – Flexible Solutions for Small and Medium Volumes
LCL (Less-than-Container-Load) rail freight is a central pillar of our rail services. It allows companies to ship small and medium-sized volumes without booking a full container.
We consolidate LCL shipments at specialized logistics hubs in China and offer weekly departures on all major rail corridors to Europe.
Our LCL Consolidation Hubs in China
Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Chongqing, Wuhan, Xi’an
All consolidation processes follow standardized procedures, ensuring full traceability throughout the entire transport chain. Clients benefit from transparent pricing, structured workflows and end-to-end shipment visibility, from pickup to final delivery.
Key Benefits of LCL Rail Freight
- Attractive cost structure for variable or smaller shipment volumes
- Weekly departures with fixed transit times
- Efficient intermodal connections from terminal to consignee
- Detailed documentation and standardized customs procedures
- Delivery throughout Switzerland, including groupage distribution
LCL rail freight is particularly suitable for e-commerce, consumer goods, electronics, spare parts, textiles and fashion, as well as products requiring regular but non-volume-intensive shipments.
FCL Rail Freight – Stable Solutions for Higher Volumes
For companies shipping larger volumes, we offer FCL (Full Container Load) rail freight on key China–Europe routes.
Compared to sea freight, rail significantly reduces transit times, while offering more stable costs than air freight.
All containers follow a clearly defined process, from pickup and loading to final delivery.
Door-to-Door Rail Freight: China → Europe → Switzerland
To ensure smooth execution, we provide a fully integrated door-to-door service covering every transport stage.
- Transport Process Overview
- Pickup at the supplier’s premises in China
- Transport to consolidation or FCL warehouse
- Export customs clearance in China
- Rail transport along the Eurasian corridor
- Unloading at EU terminals such as Duisburg, Hamburg, Warsaw or Milan
- Onward road transport to Switzerland
- Import customs clearance
- Final delivery to the consignee
All operations follow clearly structured workflows, ensuring high operational stability and planning security.
Industries That Benefit Most from Rail Freight
Rail freight is well suited for a wide range of industries in Switzerland and the EU, particularly:
- Mechanical engineering and industrial components
- Electronics and high-tech products
- Textiles, fashion and lifestyle goods
- Furniture and interior products
- E-commerce and fulfillment operations
- Spare parts and automotive components
These sectors benefit from the combination of predictable transit times, competitive costs and reliable capacity.
Seamless Integration into Modern Supply Chains
Many companies combine different transport modes to balance speed, cost efficiency and flexibility. Rail freight integrates seamlessly into hybrid logistics concepts:
- Rail freight for stable, predictable flows
- Sea freight for large-volume cargo
- Air freight for time-critical shipments
By combining these modes, production and supply processes can be optimized strategically.
Request Rail Freight Quote
We support companies in selecting the most suitable transport model – LCL or FCL.
For your shipment from China to Europe or Switzerland, we will be happy to prepare a tailored quotation with clear transit times and transparent costs.
TLS-Cargo GmbH – Your Swiss partner for professional rail freight solutions on the New Silk Road.