1. Analyze Your Priority: Cost vs. Time
- Choose SEA if:
- Choose AIR if:
- Choose RAIL if:
- Choose AIR if:
MyCNBox Shipping: Air, Train, or Sea? Your Guide to the Perfect Route
2025-12-23
Shipping from China doesn't have to be a guessing game. MyCNBox offers multiple reliable logistics pathways. The key to cost-effectiveness and timeliness lies in choosing the right one. This guide compares our Air, Train, and Sea lines across three critical dimensions: Cost, Delivery Time, and Reliability, to help you make the best decision for your country.
The Three Pillars of Comparison
Every shipping method is a trade-off. Use the matrix below as your starting point:
| Method | Cost | Delivery Time* | Reliability & Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Freight | Highest | 7-15 days | Most reliable for speed. Essential for urgent, high-value, or lightweight goods like electronics, samples, and fashion. |
| Rail Freight (China-Europe) | Medium | 18-25 days | Highly reliable schedule. The balanced "Middle Corridor" for bulkier items, e-commerce parcels, and industrial goods to Eurasia. |
| Sea Freight (FCL/LCL) | Lowest | 30-50 days | Reliable for volume, sensitive to weather/ports. Ideal for heavy machinery, large volumes, non-perishable commodities, and furniture. |
How to Select the Right Route for Your Country
2. Consider Your Country's Infrastructure
- Major Coastal Nations:
- Landlocked Nations:
- Regional Hubs:
- Landlocked Nations:
3. Evaluate Goods & Reliability Needs
- High Reliability Need (Strict Deadlines):
- Balanced Reliability (Moderate Planning):
- Flexible Reliability (Seasonal Stock):
- Balanced Reliability (Moderate Planning):
The MyCNBox Advantage
No matter which route you choose, MyCNBox provides:
- End-to-End Tracking:
- Customs Expertise:
- Consolidation Services:
- Expert Consultation:
- Customs Expertise: