Shipping to Europe
Freight & Logistics Solutions Across Europe
Reliable freight services from the UK to Europe, including road, air, and sea transport with full customs and compliance support.
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UK to Europe freight
Road, sea and air freight from the UK to 46 European countries
Qube Cargo moves freight from the UK across Europe, from fast road services to Belgium, the Netherlands and France to ferry and container routes for Malta, Cyprus and Iceland. We run groupage, part loads and full loads by road, plus sea and air freight when timing or cargo needs it.
Since Brexit, every shipment to Europe needs export and import customs declarations. We handle both, and make sure UK-origin goods qualify for 0% duty wherever a trade agreement applies.
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Europe at a glance
Watch out for: since Brexit, every shipment to the EU needs export and import declarations, and 0% duty only applies to UK-origin goods with a statement on origin on the invoice. *Import VAT still applies.
Freight Services to Europe
We provide reliable freight and logistics solutions for businesses shipping goods between the UK and Europe.
From full loads and groupage to time-critical and specialist cargo, shipments are coordinated across road, air, and sea to ensure efficient and compliant delivery.
Our European network supports both standard and complex movements, including cross-border transport, customs clearance, and final delivery.
Freight Solutions for Europe
We support a range of freight services to Europe, tailored to cargo type, urgency, and delivery requirements.
Road Freight to Europe
Air Freight to Europe
Sea Freight to Europe
Groupage & Part Loads
Full Load Transport
European Shipping Destinations
Find your country below for typical transit times, import VAT and duty. Click through for ports, customs and FAQs.
Western Europe
Our busiest routes. Road freight to Belgium, the Netherlands and northern France often arrives in one to two days, with groupage and full loads across the region. Switzerland and Liechtenstein are outside the EU, so goods need Swiss customs entries.
IrelandRoad1–3 days23%0%*
FranceRoad1–2 days20%0%*
BelgiumRoad1–2 days21%0%*
NetherlandsRoad1–3 days21%0%*
LuxembourgRoad1–2 days17%0%*
MonacoRoad2–4 days20%0%*
GermanyRoad2–4 days19%0%*
AustriaRoad3–4 days20%0%*
SwitzerlandRoad2–4 days8.1%0% on most goods*
LiechtensteinRoad2–4 days8.1%0% on most goods*Southern Europe
Road freight runs through France to Spain, Portugal and Italy, and by Adriatic ferry to Greece. Malta and Cyprus are usually served by ferry or container. Andorra, San Marino and the Vatican have their own tax rules.
SpainRoad3–5 days21%0%*
PortugalRoad4–6 days23%0%*
AndorraRoad2–4 days4.5% IGIVaries
ItalyRoad3–5 days22%0%*
San MarinoRoad3–5 daysOwn import taxVaries
Vatican CityRoad3–5 daysSpecial rulesSpecial rules
MaltaRoad + ferry5–8 days18%0%*
GreeceRoad5–7 days24%0%*
CyprusSea2–3 weeks19%0%*Nordic and Baltic countries
Road freight crosses Denmark into Sweden and Norway, with short-sea options to Scandinavian and Baltic ports. Norway and Iceland are outside the EU but covered by the UK–EEA EFTA trade agreement.
DenmarkRoad2–4 days25%0%*
SwedenRoad3–5 days25%0%*
NorwayRoad3–5 days25%0% on many goods*
FinlandRoad4–6 days25.5%0%*
IcelandSea4–7 days24%0% on many goods*
EstoniaRoad4–6 days24%0%*
LatviaRoad3–5 days21%0%*
LithuaniaRoad3–5 days21%0%*Central and Eastern Europe
Road and groupage services run across Germany to Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary and beyond. Ukraine and Moldova are reached by road through Poland and Romania, and Georgia via Turkey. Russia and Belarus are under UK sanctions, so please call us first.
PolandRoad3–4 days23%0%*
Czech RepublicRoad2–4 days21%0%*
SlovakiaRoad3–4 days23%0%*
HungaryRoad3–4 days27%0%*
SloveniaRoad3–4 days22%0%*
RomaniaRoad4–6 days21%0%*
BulgariaRoad4–6 days20%0%*
MoldovaRoad5–7 days20%Reduced or 0%*
UkraineRoad5–10 days20%Reduced or 0%*
GeorgiaRoad8–10 days18%Reduced or 0%*
Belarus–UK sanctions apply–Call us first
Russia–UK sanctions apply–Call us firstWestern Balkans
Road freight reaches the Balkans through Italy and the Adriatic ferries, or overland through Slovenia and Croatia. Croatia is in the EU. Its neighbours have their own customs, and several have trade deals with the UK.
CroatiaRoad4–5 days25%0%*
Bosnia and HerzegovinaRoad4–6 days17%Varies
SerbiaRoad4–6 days20%Reduced or 0%*
MontenegroRoad5–7 days21%Varies
KosovoRoad5–7 days18%Reduced or 0%*
North MacedoniaRoad5–7 days18%Reduced or 0%*
AlbaniaRoad5–7 days20%Reduced or 0%*Transit times are typical door-to-door times for road freight (or sea where noted) and vary by service and season. *UK-origin goods with a statement on origin; import VAT still applies. Click any country for full details.
Speak to a European freight specialist for tailored shipping solutions across road, air, and sea.
UK trade deals that cut duty in Europe
Most UK-origin goods travel duty-free across Europe. Here is how the rules work in each part of the region.
EU (27 countries)
UK–EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement: 0% duty on UK-origin goods with a statement on origin.
Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein
UK–EEA EFTA agreement: 0% duty on most UK-origin goods.
Switzerland
UK–Switzerland trade agreement: 0% duty on most UK-origin industrial goods.
Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Serbia
UK trade and partnership agreements: reduced or 0% duty on many UK goods.
Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia
UK trade agreements: reduced or 0% duty on many UK goods.
Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and San Marino
No UK duty deal to rely on, so duty depends on the goods.
Russia and Belarus
UK sanctions restrict trade. Please call us on 01200 318108 before you plan a shipment.
Import VAT or sales tax is charged in every country, whatever the duty rate.
Customs & Shipping to Europe
Shipping between the UK and Europe requires accurate customs documentation and compliance with post-Brexit regulations.
Key requirements typically include commercial invoices, commodity codes, EORI registration, and correct declaration of goods. Errors or missing information can lead to delays, additional charges, or rejected shipments.
At Qube Cargo, we manage customs processes as part of the overall shipment, ensuring goods move efficiently across borders and arrive without unnecessary disruption.
Why Businesses Choose Qube Cargo for European Freight
- UK–Europe expertise
- Customs handled
- Flexible transport options
- Reliable transit times
Frequently Asked Questions about Shipping to Europe
Shipping to Europe typically requires a commercial invoice, commodity codes, and EORI registration. We manage documentation as part of the shipment to ensure compliance.
Transit times depend on the destination and transport method. Road freight is typically the fastest for most European shipments, while air and sea options vary based on urgency and cost.
Yes, we manage customs processes to ensure goods move efficiently across borders and avoid delays or compliance issues.
We provide road freight, air freight, sea freight, groupage, and full load transport depending on your requirements.
Yes, we handle dangerous goods, temperature-controlled shipments, oversized cargo, and time-critical deliveries.
Yes, we coordinate end-to-end delivery from collection in the UK through to final delivery across Europe.
Not if they are UK-origin. Under the UK–EU trade agreement, UK-origin goods are duty-free with a statement on origin on the invoice. Goods made outside the UK may pay EU duty, and import VAT is charged in every case.
Norway, Iceland, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia, the Western Balkans apart from Croatia, and Andorra, San Marino and the Vatican all have their own customs. Many have trade deals with the UK, so duty is often reduced or zero.