There are four options for shipping freight between Europe and China. You may choose an expedited delivery option (or DHL, FedEx, etc.) for a delivery time of no more than 5 days. Typical airship freight will travel much slower, with a delay of roughly 7 days. Rail freight handles the middle ground between air and ocean cargo, with a delay of 15 to 20 days by rail and 35 to 40 days by water.