Vietnam is a country with a length of more than 1,600 km, connecting from North to South. Therefore, transporting goods from North to South by long-distance trucks is the most commonly used form today.
This method has the advantage of being flexible, delivering to the destination, reasonable cost and suitable for most types of goods. However, due to the long distance and long time of transportation, to ensure that the goods arrive safely - on schedule - saving costs, you need to understand some important notes below.
1. Clearly identify the type of goods and their characteristics before transporting
This is the first and most important step in every North-South freight transport process.
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3. Pack the goods securely and properly
This is the decisive factor for the safety of the goods when moving across thousands of kilometers.
Some basic packaging principles:
• Use carton boxes, plastic bags, sacks or pallets suitable for the type of goods.
• For fragile goods: use foam, foam, PE shrink film to prevent impact.
• Wet goods, food: should be wrapped tightly, waterproof and clearly labeled with warning notes.
• Write the sender - recipient - phone number clearly on each package.
• Label "Fragile goods", "Do not turn upside down", "Place on top" for easy identification by the driver.
👉 A properly packaged package can reduce the risk of damage during long-distance transportation by up to 80%.
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4. Choose a reputable and experienced North-South transportation company
Not all units have the capacity to professionally transport goods from North to South.
A reputable company needs to ensure:
• Have a fleet of trucks with diverse tonnage, operating continuously in both directions North - South.
• Have a GPS journey monitoring department and a team of drivers with long-distance experience.
• Clear transportation contract, full cargo insurance.
• Have loading, unloading, packaging, and transit services to help customers save time.
• Support on-site delivery, on time as committed.
👉 Prioritize transportation companies with brands and good customer feedback instead of choosing cheap prices without clear procedures, because that can make you "lose more than gain".
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5. Track and update the goods' journey
In North-South shipments lasting from 3 to 5 days, it is very necessary to regularly update the status of the goods.
A professional transport unit will:
• Provide a journey code or an online GPS tracking system.
• Send progress reports via phone or text message.
• Have a customer care department to support when there are problems.
👉 You should proactively contact the driver or coordinator throughout the journey, especially when the goods are of high value or need to be delivered on time.
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6. Carefully check the goods when delivering and receiving
Before the vehicle departs, you need to:
• Check the condition of the goods, take photos as evidence.
• Make a delivery and receipt record with signatures of both parties.
• Seal the goods (if necessary) to avoid loss or change.
When the goods arrive:
• Check the quantity, condition, compare with the minutes.
• Sign the confirmation only when the goods are guaranteed to be intact.
👉 Careful inspection helps to detect problems early and protect the rights of both parties in case of disputes.
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7. Buy cargo insurance (if the value is high)
For goods of high value, easily damaged or with special requirements, you should buy shipping insurance.
This helps:
• Minimize damage if an unexpected incident occurs (accident, fire, collision, etc.).
• Get quick compensation according to the terms of the contract.
• Increase credibility and peace of mind when delivering goods.
Insurance costs usually only account for a small part of the total shipping cost, but the protection value is very large.
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8. Time contingency and flexible planning
The North-South route can be affected by many factors: weather, traffic jams, road repairs, or transit procedures.
Therefore, you should:
• Deliver goods 1-2 days earlier than expected.
• Always have a backup plan if the goods need to be delivered urgently.
• Regularly contact the carrier to adjust the schedule when needed.
👉 A flexible plan will help you be more proactive and avoid disruptions in the supply chain.
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Conclusion
Transporting goods from North to South by long-distance truck is the optimal solution for most businesses thanks to its flexibility, reasonable cost and door-to-door delivery.
However, the long distance of thousands of kilometers requires you to prepare carefully, choose a reputable unit and closely monitor the transportation process.
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