Factors Affecting Time And Cost Of Railway Freight From China To Europe

Transportation distance and route selection

Distance length: The length of the China-Europe railway transportation route directly affects freight and time. The distance between different starting points and end points as well as the operating route of the train will directly affect freight and time. The farther the distance and the more countries it passes through, the higher the transportation cost. The longer the time

Container type

The size and type of container also have a significant impact on freight rates. Although the freight of 40-foot containers is higher, the cost of a single piece of cargo is lower, making it suitable for bulk commodity transportation. 20-foot containers are suitable for small quantities of goods, and the freight is relatively low. Calculate.

Cargo type

Different types of goods have different requirements when transporting them. For example, dangerous goods, perishables or high-value goods, large goods require special loading equipment and require special handling, which increases the complexity and cost of transportation and may extend the transportation time.

Seasonal fluctuations in shipping costs

Railway transportation between China and Europe is also affected by seasonal factors. Generally speaking, during peak seasons (such as China’s export peak or European holidays), demand for China-Europe railway transportation increases, freight rates rise, and trains may extend transportation time due to backlog of goods.

Climatic conditions

In winter, especially in cold regions such as Siberia, rail transportation can be affected by extreme weather, resulting in longer transportation times. The weather is more stable in the spring and summer, and so are the times and costs.

Customs fees and insurance

Various costs involved in the transportation of goods, such as customs clearance fees, cargo insurance, etc., will be included in the total freight. Different types of goods and destination countries have different customs regulations and customs clearance fees.