Cargo Transportation from China to Armenia: Process, Transit Time and Delivery Options

 Cargo transportation from China to Armenia is a highly demanded route for companies importing equipment, industrial goods, and consumer products. A well-organized logistics process helps reduce costs, minimize risks, and accurately plan delivery timelines.

In this article, we explain how cargo transportation from China to Armenia works, available delivery options, and key factors to consider when choosing a logistics partner.

Transportation Process

1. Purchase of Goods and Documentation

The buyer purchases goods from a Chinese supplier. To calculate transportation costs, the following documents are required:

Commercial Invoice

Packing List

2. Document Submission and Cargo Acceptance in China

After price confirmation, the documents are sent to our agents in China.
The supplier delivers the cargo to our warehouse in Guangzhou, Yiwu, or Khorgos, depending on the selected route. Export customs clearance in China is included in the transportation cost.

Transportation Options

Sea Freight

Consolidation warehouse: Guangzhou

LCL and FCL shipments

Route: China → Bandar Abbas → Armenia

Transit time: approximately 65 days

Advantages:

most cost-effective option

suitable for large and heavy shipments

Land Transportation

Warehouses: Yiwu, Guangzhou, Khorgos

Standard transit time: around 35 days

Winter period: 55–65 days due to restrictions at Upper Lars checkpoint

Land transportation is on average twice as expensive as sea freight.

Consolidated Cargo and Delivery to Yerevan

For sea shipments, cargo is consolidated into containers at the warehouse in China and shipped as a single batch.
Upon arrival in Armenia, containers are delivered to a terminal in Yerevan, where:

• cargo is unloaded
• each consignee receives documents
• customs clearance begins individually

Full Logistics Management

The entire transportation process—from China to Armenia—is fully managed by the logistics provider:

• coordination with Chinese agents
• document verification
• timeline control
• regular updates to the client

 If you are planning to import goods from China to Armenia, it is important to choose the optimal delivery method and a reliable logistics partner in advance. A well-organized transportation process ensures stable timelines, transparent terms, and confidence in the outcome.