Freight forwarding to France by groupage and express
Looking for reliable road freight from the UK to France?
Westward Freight has been moving goods between the UK and France since 1996. We offer express vans, groupage and full trailer loads with door-to-door collection and delivery, plus full customs support.
Whether you need a single pallet delivered quickly to Paris or a regular full load to Lyon or Marseille, we can help.
Transit times for shipping to France
Typical transit times (working days):
- Northern France (Paris, Lille, Rouen, Calais) — Express next day or 5 days for groupage
- Central France (Lyon, Dijon, Orléans) — Express or groupage 5-6 days
- Southern & western France (Marseille, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Nice) express 1-2 days – around 7 days for groupage
Exact timing depends on collection point in the UK and the service you choose.
Our services to France
Express road freight Dedicated vans or trucks that travel directly to your destination. Best for urgent or time-critical shipments. Ideal when you need goods in Paris or northern France the next day.
Groupage Your goods travel with other consignments heading to the same region. The most cost-effective option for smaller shipments (typically 1–5 pallets). Regular departures throughout the week.
Full trailer loads (FTL) A complete trailer reserved for your cargo. Suitable for larger volumes, heavier goods or when you need exclusive use of the vehicle.
Specialist options Temperature-controlled transport, tail-lift vehicles and handling for sensitive or high-value goods (including fine art with ATA Carnet support where required).
Door-to-door service and customs
We collect from your UK address and deliver directly to the consignee in France.
Since Brexit we handle the full customs process for you — documentation, declarations and clearance — so you don’t have to manage the paperwork yourself. This applies to both standard commercial shipments and more complex consignments.
Popular destinations we serve
We deliver throughout France, including:
- Paris and the Île-de-France region
- Lyon and the Rhône-Alpes area
- Marseille and the south
- Bordeaux and the southwest
- Lille, Strasbourg, Toulouse, Nantes and many smaller towns and industrial sites
How it works
- Request a quote with collection and delivery details, dimensions/weight and preferred timing.
- We confirm the best service and price.
- We arrange collection, prepare the necessary customs documents and move the goods.
- You receive tracking updates and proof of delivery.
Why customers use us for France
- Clear transit times and realistic schedules
- Experience with both express and economical groupage services
- Full post-Brexit customs handling
- Direct communication — you deal with the same team from quote to delivery
- Flexible options for one-off or regular shipments
How long does road freight take from the UK to France?
Express shipments to France arrive the next day or within 1–2 working days.
Groupage shipments take around 7 days
Do you handle customs clearance?
Yes. We manage all required customs documentation and clearance for UK–France road freight.
What is the difference between express and groupage?
Express uses a dedicated vehicle for faster, direct delivery.
Groupage consolidates your goods with other shipments for a lower cost, with slightly longer transit times.
Can you collect from anywhere in the UK?
Yes. We arrange collection from most mainland UK locations.
