Rail freight
Cost-effective transport for large and heavy shipments across Central Asia.
Overview
Rail is often the most economical way to move large volumes over long distances into Uzbekistan, especially from China and Russia. It's also less affected by weather and border queues than road freight.
We book capacity, prepare railway documents, coordinate transit through neighbouring countries and arrange handling at the terminal in Uzbekistan and delivery to your site.
What's included
Container shipments
Full and shared containers for general cargo.
Wagon shipments
Covered wagons, gondolas and platforms for bulk and heavy goods.
Transit coordination
Arranging transit through Kazakhstan and other countries on the route.
Railway documents
Preparing railway waybills and transit documents.
Terminal handling
Unloading, storage and customs at the destination terminal.
Last-mile delivery
Road delivery from the terminal to your address.
How it works
- 1
Quote
We check the route, wagon or container type and price.
- 2
Book
We reserve capacity and prepare documents.
- 3
Transit
We track the shipment across borders and keep you updated.
- 4
Arrive
We clear customs and deliver from the terminal.
Questions
When is rail better than road?
For large, heavy or less urgent shipments over long distances. For smaller or urgent loads, road is often better.
Can you send smaller volumes by rail?
Yes, through groupage (shared container) services where available.
How long does rail take?
It depends on the route and border crossings. We give an estimate for each shipment when we quote.