North-South freight transport is one of the most important activities in Vietnam's logistics system. With more than 1,700 km in length from North to South, moving goods on this route not only requires accuracy and safety, but also requires cost optimization to suit both businesses and individuals.
However, not everyone knows how to transport goods quickly - cheaply - safely while still ensuring delivery schedule.
This article will share with you practical experiences in the process of transporting goods from North to South by road to help save maximum costs and reduce the risk of damage to goods.
1. Choose the right type of transport suitable for the goods
Before sending goods, determining the type of goods and choosing the right vehicle is a prerequisite to help save costs.
🔹 Light - bulky goods:
Should choose a tarpaulin truck or a closed truck to protect the goods from rain, sun, dust and dirt.
🔹 Heavy goods - pallet goods:
Using a large truck or container helps reduce costs/km because more goods can be carried in one trip.
🔹 Perishable goods (food, pharmaceuticals):
Choose a refrigerated truck to ensure the quality of the goods, avoid damage and loss.
👉 Tip: if the amount of goods is not enough to rent a truck for the whole trip, you can combine goods on the same route with others to save 30-40% of the cost.
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2. Pack your goods carefully to avoid damage
One of the most common mistakes is to pack carelessly, causing the goods to be scratched, broken or moldy during long-distance travel.
Invest a little time in this step - it will help you save on compensation or loss costs later.
Packaging experience:
• Use carton boxes, shrink wrap, wooden pallets or shockproof bags depending on the type of goods.
• Write recipient information, address, phone number clearly on each package.
• Label "Fragile goods - Do not stack" if necessary.
• Take photos of the goods before handing over for evidence in case of an incident.
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3. Plan your shipping properly to optimize time and cost
Time and route directly affect shipping costs.
If you can be flexible in delivery time, the cost will be much cheaper than the "urgent delivery - immediate delivery" request.
Some tips to save money:
• Schedule shipping early: Helps the owner to arrange and quote better.
• Avoid peak seasons such as Tet and major holidays, because shipping costs often increase by 15-30%.
• Choose the shortest route (reputable shipping companies will advise on reasonable routes).
• Combine orders on the same route if you ship regularly.
👉 With large shipping companies, they have a fixed North-South daily shipping schedule, so you can easily combine goods or reduce costs by optimizing the load.
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4. Compare and choose a reputable shipping company
A professional shipping company will help you not only save money, but also significantly reduce risks regarding goods and time.
Experience in choosing a reputable North-South shipping company:
• Have a clear contract and invoice, do not charge additional hidden fees.
• Provide transparent freight rates and specific quotes for each type of goods.
• Have cargo insurance and compensation policy in case of loss.
• Have GPS tracking system or update cargo status in real time.
• Team of drivers specializing in North-South routes, knowledgeable about terrain and transportation processes.
👉 Do not choose cheap "freelance" service without a contract, because it is easy to delay, damage or lose goods without anyone taking responsibility.
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5. Check and confirm goods before and after transportation
Before delivering goods to the transport unit, please:
• Fully inventory the quantity and condition of the goods.
• Make a handover note or receipt, signed by both parties.
• If the goods are of high value, request to seal the container or buy insurance.
When the goods arrive, the recipient should:
• Carefully check the goods, take photos if there are signs of damage.
• Sign the confirmation when the goods are intact to complete the process.
Being careful in this step helps avoid disputes, complaints and unnecessary financial risks.
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6. Take advantage of the full-package transportation service to save effort
Instead of renting a private vehicle and handling the loading and unloading yourself, you can choose the full-package North-South transportation service including:
• Truck or container.
• Professional loading and unloading team.
• Cargo insurance.
• Tracking the journey.
Although the total cost is a bit higher, it is overall more economical if you include loading and unloading costs, hiring workers, storage costs, and self-processing time.
Moreover, you do not need to directly follow the vehicle or supervise the journey, everything is handled by a team of professionals.
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7. Maintain long-term cooperation for better incentives
If you are an individual or business that regularly transports goods from North to South, build a long-term relationship with a reputable transport company.
Clear benefits:
• 10–20% discount for loyal customers.
• Priority in arranging fast vehicles, even during peak seasons.
• Support for door-to-door delivery - more flexible pickup.
👉 Long-term cooperation not only helps you save money but also creates trust and stability in your business.
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Conclusion
Transporting goods from North to South is a complicated process, requiring careful preparation from packaging, choosing vehicles, to choosing transport partners.
Just by applying the above practical experiences correctly, you can completely ensure the safety of goods, on schedule and significantly reduce transportation costs.
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