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[Logistics terms](https://safeandsecure.in/answers/glossary/) · Logistics terms

# What does Rate per km mean in logistics?

Short answer

A freight rate charged on the kilometres run, either loaded kilometres only or all kilometres, often with a minimum daily or monthly distance.

Common in Indian dedicated fleet and long-term contracts. The contract must define which kilometres count (GPS, odometer or standard lane distance) and how empty kilometres are treated. Ask our desk how this applies to your consignment.

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026. [How we count](https://safeandsecure.in/facts/)

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## The numbers behind this answer

**Also called**: per km rate

**Category**: Contracts & pricing

**Related terms**: Rate per trip, Rate per tonne, Dedicated fleet, Fuel escalation clause

## Sources

1. [SSL logistics glossary](https://safeandsecure.in/glossary/#rate-per-km)

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026.

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- [What does Empty running mean in logistics?](https://safeandsecure.in/answers/what-does-empty-running-mean-in-logistics/)
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- [What does Rate per trip mean in logistics?](https://safeandsecure.in/answers/what-does-rate-per-trip-mean-in-logistics/)

## On this site

- [Logistics glossary](https://safeandsecure.in/glossary/#rate-per-km)
- [Rate per km: related page](https://safeandsecure.in/guides/how-freight-is-priced-india/)

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