The Advantages of China-Europe Railway Express in International Transportation
China-Europe Railway Express has gradually become an important alternative to sea and air freight with its unique advantages. First, timeliness is better than sea freight. It takes about 12-18 days for China-Europe Railway Express to travel from Chongqing, Xi’an, and other cities to European cities such as Hamburg and Warsaw, which is much shorter than the 30-40 days of sea freight, and the cost is about 30% lower than air freight. Second, it is less affected by weather. Unlike sea freight which is prone to delays due to typhoons and air freight affected by fog and snow, railway transportation is more stable in timeliness. Third, it has a wide coverage. China-Europe Railway Express has opened more than 80 routes, covering more than 200 cities in 24 European countries, reaching inland areas that are not easily accessible by sea. It is especially suitable for transporting goods such as automobiles, mechanical equipment, and electronic products. In addition, it is supported by national policies, with preferential measures in customs clearance and financial services, reducing the operational costs of enterprises.