In the context of Vietnam’s growing economy, the demand for goods transportation between the North and South is increasing. Among various transportation methods, North-South trucking emerges as an optimal solution, meeting the diverse needs of the market. This article from My Dinh Trucking will delve into the outstanding advantages of trucks in North-South transportation, and compare them with other methods to clarify why this is the top choice today.
For an overview, let’s consider a comparison table of North-South freight costs by transportation method:
| Weight | Road (Truck) | Rail | Sea | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 100kg | 3,000 VND/kg | 3,000 VND/kg | 2,500 VND/kg | 25,000 VND/kg |
| 100kg – 1 ton | 2,500 VND/kg | 2,000 VND/kg | 2,000 VND/kg | 20,000 VND/kg |
| 1 ton – 5 tons | 1,800 VND/kg | 1,200 VND/kg | 1,000 VND/kg | 16,000 VND/kg |
| 5 tons to 10 tons | 1,700 VND/kg | 1,000 VND/kg | 800 VND/kg | 14,000 VND/kg |
| 10 tons to 30 tons | 1,400 VND/kg | 900 VND/kg | 700 VND/kg | 13,500 VND/kg |
| Over 30 tons | 1,200 VND/kg | 800 VND/kg | 600 VND/kg | 13,000 VND/kg |
The price table above shows that for heavy cargo, North-South trucking has significantly more competitive prices compared to rail and especially air. Compared to sea freight, trucking may be slightly more expensive but excels in terms of transportation time.
Closed truck transporting goods North-South, ensuring safety and quality on every journey.
Outstanding Advantages of Road Trucking for North-South Transport
Beyond just freight rates, North-South trucking possesses many distinct advantages, affirming its leading position in goods transportation:
- Flexible Transportation Time: Trucks offer schedule flexibility, controlling departure and arrival times. North-South road transportation typically takes only 2-3 days, significantly faster than rail (7-8 days) and sea (9-10 days). This is especially crucial for goods requiring fast delivery or perishable items with short shelf lives.
- Door-to-Door Delivery Capability: This is the most prominent advantage of trucks. Trucks can easily access all locations, from major cities to remote areas, delivering goods directly to the customer’s warehouse or requested address. In contrast, other transportation methods like rail, sea, and air are often limited in delivery points, requiring additional road transportation for transshipment, incurring extra costs and time.
- Flexibility and Diversity: Trucks come in various types, sizes, and payloads, suitable for all types of goods, from small packages to oversized and overweight cargo. Types such as closed trucks, refrigerated trucks, and tarpaulin trucks meet the specific transportation needs of different goods on the North-South route.
- Simple and Quick Procedures: Compared to other transportation methods, cargo transportation procedures by truck are much simpler. The necessary documents are usually not too complicated, making the transportation process fast and convenient.
- Competitive Pricing: As analyzed above, for long-distance transportation like North-South, trucking still maintains competitive pricing, especially for heavy cargo and door-to-door delivery requirements.
Diverse fleet of trucks at My Dinh parking, ready to serve all North-South freight needs.
Notes When Choosing a North-South Trucking Service
To ensure a smooth and efficient North-South trucking process, customers should note the following issues:
- Choose a Reputable Transport Unit: Select experienced and reputable transport companies like My Dinh Trucking to ensure goods are transported safely, on time, and fully insured.
- Clearly Define Transportation Needs: Clearly define the type of goods, weight, size, and requirements for time and delivery location to choose the appropriate truck type and service.
- Refer to Prices and Compare: Refer to prices from various transport companies to get the best price, but do not focus solely on cheap prices while overlooking service quality.
- Check the Contract and Terms: Carefully read the transportation contract and terms regarding responsibilities, insurance, and compensation to ensure your rights are protected.
Conclusion
North-South trucking is increasingly asserting its important role in Vietnam’s transportation system. With outstanding advantages in time, flexibility, door-to-door delivery capability, and competitive pricing, trucking is the optimal freight solution for the long North-South route. My Dinh Trucking is proud to be a reputable and professional North-South trucking service provider, ready to accompany customers on every journey.
