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What does Rate per trip mean in logistics?

Short answer

A fixed freight amount for one vehicle movement on a named lane with a named vehicle type, whatever the weight or volume within the vehicle’s legal capacity.

The most common basis for Indian FTL. Quotes should state the vehicle type, loading and unloading points, free time, and what is included (tolls, loading labour, escort). Ask our desk how this applies to your consignment.

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026. How we count

We publish no freight rates. Our desk confirms your price within minutes.

The numbers behind this answer

Also called
lumpsum rate, per trip rate
Category
Contracts & pricing
Related terms
FTL (full truckload), Rate per km, Detention charges, Spot rate vs contract rate

Sources

  1. SSL logistics glossary

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

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