Małaszewicze: the EU gateway for China–Europe rail freight
Every westbound China Railway Express container crosses the EU border here — transhipped from broad gauge (1,520 mm) to European standard gauge (1,435 mm). Our European distribution hub sits on this border, which is why Poland-bound cargo reaches Warsaw in as little as 14-16 days station-to-station.
Małaszewicze — Poland
Małaszewicze, together with the neighbouring Brest crossing on the Belarusian side, is the main break-of-gauge point between the broad-gauge Eurasian network and the standard-gauge European Union. The overwhelming majority of China–Europe rail freight enters the EU through this corridor, making it the single most important node on the northern route.
Because our European distribution hub operates at Małaszewicze, cargo cleared here skips the onward linehaul that other destinations need: LCL shipments are de-consolidated in our bonded CFS facilities and forwarded by rail or road feeder to any EU address within 1–4 days of hub arrival.
- Location: Polish–Belarusian border (Brest/Terespol crossing), eastern gateway of the EU
- Function: break-of-gauge transhipment 1,520 mm → 1,435 mm, EU import customs clearance, bonded warehousing
- Distribution: bonded CFS de-consolidation, cross-dock, 1–4 day feeder delivery across the EU
- Role in our network: primary European distribution hub for all China–Europe lanes
Weekly scheduled departures from Xi'an, Chengdu, Chongqing, Zhengzhou, Yiwu, Wuhan and Guangzhou feed this hub. Cut-off times and space are confirmed at booking.
Connected lanes and destinations
Westbound trains from Xi'an, Chengdu, Chongqing, Zhengzhou, Yiwu, Wuhan and Guangzhou arrive via the Alashankou/Khorgos–Dostyk corridor. From Małaszewicze we forward cargo to every EU member state — with direct country pages for the lanes below.
Country pages served via this hub
- Poland — 14-16 days
- Germany — 18-25 days
- France — 18-22 days
- Italy — 18-22 days
- Netherlands — 18-22 days
- Belgium — 18-22 days
- Czech Republic — 18-22 days
- Other European Countries — Variable days
Customs and distribution
EU import clearance can take place directly at the hub through our terminal agents — a commercial invoice, packing list and an EU EORI number are all you need. LCL cargo is de-consolidated under bond in our CFS, so consignees receive cleared goods without touching a customs office.
Hub FAQ
Why is Małaszewicze so important for China–Europe rail freight?
China and the former-Soviet railways use broad gauge (1,520 mm) while the EU uses standard gauge (1,435 mm). Every westbound container must be transhipped at the border, and the Brest/Małaszewicze crossing handles the great majority of that volume — making it the natural distribution point for EU-bound rail freight.
How long does it take from China to Małaszewicze?
Station-to-station, trains from Chinese hubs reach the Małaszewicze area in about 14-16 days under normal conditions. Door-to-door to a final EU destination adds pick-up, customs and feeder delivery — typically 21–26 days in total.
Can my cargo clear EU customs at Małaszewicze?
Yes. We arrange EU import clearance at the hub through our terminal agents. You provide a commercial invoice, packing list and the consignee's EU EORI number; LCL shipments can then be de-consolidated in our bonded CFS and forwarded anywhere in the EU.
How fast is onward distribution from Małaszewicze?
Rail and road feeders reach any EU delivery address within 1–4 days of hub arrival — Warsaw and Berlin same/next day, Paris, Milan and Amsterdam typically within 2 days, the Nordics and Iberia within 3–4 days.
Which destinations are served from the Małaszewicze hub?
All EU member states, plus the UK, Switzerland, Norway, Serbia and Turkey under transit arrangements. See the linked country pages for lane-level transit times and indicative rates.