The North-South transport route is thousands of kilometers long, connecting the two largest economic centers of Vietnam, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. This is a vital transport route serving the needs of production, business and distribution of goods across the country. Among the modes of transport, road trucks are the most widely used thanks to their flexibility, easy accessibility, and ability to deliver goods to the destination without depending on seaports, train stations or airports.
1. Choose the right type of truck for your goods
One of the biggest factors affecting shipping costs is choosing the wrong tonnage.
If you choose a truck that is too small: you have to split the trip, which costs more.
If you choose a truck that is too large: the rental fee is high while the capacity is not fully utilized.
👉 Experience:
Small goods (under 1 ton): small trucks 500kg - 1 ton.
Household goods, furniture: 1.5 - 2 ton trucks.
Medium industrial goods: 3 - 5 ton trucks.
Bulk goods: 8 - 10 ton trucks or containers.
Just by choosing the right type of truck, you can save 10 - 20% of the cost compared to choosing the wrong tonnage.
2. Take advantage of the cargo consolidation service (shared truck)
For small goods, not enough to rent a whole long-distance truck, you can choose the form of cargo consolidation.
Your goods will be transported with other customers' goods on the same route.
The cost is divided equally according to weight or occupied area.
Suitable for individuals, online shops, small businesses.
👉 For example: A 200kg package from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City will be very expensive if rented for the whole trip, but if you combine the goods, it will only cost about 30 - 40% of the cost.
3. Plan your transportation early
Booking a truck urgently often makes you pay higher fees because there are not many vehicle options left.
👉 Experience:
Book a vehicle at least 2 - 3 days in advance for North-South inner-city trips.
For large shipments, you should book 5 - 7 days in advance to get a good price.
Avoid shipping during peak times (Tet, big holidays) if possible.
Planning early helps you proactively negotiate prices, choose the right vehicle, and avoid being forced to pay higher prices.
4. Pack goods properly to reduce additional costs
In many cases, the cost increases not because of the rental price, but because of the cost of damage and loss of goods.
👉 Experience:
Fragile goods: use carton boxes + foam + padding.
Electronic goods: shockproof, moisture-proof.
Agricultural products, food: use sealed containers or refrigerated trucks.
Label "Fragile goods", "Do not stack" to avoid collision.
Proper packaging helps minimize damage, which means saving on compensation costs.
5. Compare and choose a reputable transport unit
Not all units have the same price. For the same type of vehicle, some companies quote prices 15-30% cheaper than others.
👉 Experience:
Request quotes from at least 3-5 units.
Check the contract clearly (price, additional fees, cargo liability).
Choose a company with loading and unloading support services, cargo insurance.
A reputable unit not only brings reasonable costs but also helps you feel more secure during the transportation process.
6. Arrange a reasonable shipping schedule to optimize costs
Avoid renting a car during rush hour or prohibited loading hours in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City → easy to incur waiting costs.
Combine multiple shipping orders in one trip instead of splitting them up.
If possible, ship at night or early in the morning to avoid traffic jams and reduce travel time.
👉 A fast trip, no waiting, means saving money on driver rental and fuel.
7. Take advantage of incentives and long-term contracts
For loyal customers or businesses that transport regularly, transport units often have preferential prices.
If you sign a long-term contract, the fare will be cheaper than renting each trip separately.
Some companies have a discount policy for customers who book online and pay in advance.
👉 If you are a business with a continuous need to transport goods from North to South, signing a long-term contract can help reduce costs by 20 - 25%.
8. Consider hiring a full-package service (with loading and unloading)
It may sound like it costs more, but in reality, in many cases it is more economical.
👉 Why?
If you rent a car yourself, then hire additional loading and unloading workers, the total cost may be higher.
Full-package services are usually calculated by package or working hour, transparent costs, no additional costs.
Help you save time, avoid the risk of self-loading and damaging goods.
9. Frequently asked questions about saving costs of North-South transportation
❓ Should you choose the cheapest shipping unit?
Not necessarily. Too cheap prices sometimes come with risks: poor quality vehicles, no cargo insurance, easy to incur hidden fees.
❓ Is it safe to combine goods?
Yes, if you choose a reputable unit. Goods will be classified, arranged carefully and have clear receipts.
❓ Should you choose a closed-body or tarpaulin truck to save more money?
Goods that are easily damaged → closed-body trucks.
Agricultural products, less affected → tarpaulin will be cheaper.
Conclusion
To transport goods from North to South by truck to save costs, you need to pay attention to 3 important factors:
Choose the right type of vehicle and form of transportation (full trip or combined shipment).
Plan early, pack goods properly to avoid additional costs.
Compare, choose reputable units, sign clear contracts to ensure safety and optimize freight rates.
Với nhiều năm kinh nghiệm hoạt động trong lĩnh vực cho thuê xe tải Vantai24h đã xây dựng được một đội ngũ nhân viên chuyên nghiệp, giàu kinh nghiệm và tận tâm với công việc. Đội ngũ tài xế của Vantai24h đều được đào tạo chuyên nghiệp, có bằng lái xe chứng chỉ, biết cách vận hành xe tải một cách an toàn và hiệu quả.
Với sự đa dạng về loại xe và kích thước, khách hàng có thể dễ dàng tìm được loại xe phù hợp với nhu cầu của mình. Đồng thời, Vantai24h cũng cam kết cung cấp các dịch vụ hoàn chỉnh và chất lượng nhất cho khách hàng, bao gồm bảo hiểm, tài xế kinh nghiệm, dịch vụ hỗ trợ khách hàng 24/7 và giá cả cạnh tranh.
Ngoài ra, Vantai24h còn có hệ thống bảo trì và sửa chữa xe tải chuyên nghiệp, đảm bảo xe luôn được bảo trì, sửa chữa thường xuyên để đảm bảo an toàn cho khách hàng khi sử dụng.
Từ những điểm nổi bật trên, Vantai24h đã và đang được khách hàng đánh giá cao và tin tưởng lựa chọn là đối tác cung cấp dịch vụ cho thuê xe tải. Với cam kết chất lượng và giá cả cạnh tranh, Vantai24h là một trong những lựa chọn hàng đầu cho những ai cần thuê xe tải cho công việc của mình
