What the price of an intercity trip depends on
7 min read · Updated 21/09/2026
On intercity trips kilometres are the main figure, but several factors shape the final price. Knowing them lets you send the same cargo for less.
Kilometres and the vehicle
The price comes from the cost per kilometre and the vehicle type. A larger truck burns more fuel, so a semi-trailer kilometre costs more than a 5-ton one. But with a lot of cargo, one semi-trailer beats two 5-ton trucks.
Return load
The worst case for a carrier is driving back empty. If your route matches their return direction, the price drops. That is why the same distance can cost differently on different days.
Season
During harvest, from August to November, vehicles on the southern and northern directions are harder to find. Demand also rises before holidays. Book two or three days ahead at such times.
Waiting and unloading
Say in advance how long loading and unloading will take. If the driver waits four hours at the site, it breaks their next trip and shows up in the price. Pallets and a forklift make the process faster and cheaper.
How to save
- Take a shared load instead of a whole truck.
- Keep the date flexible; one day can change the price.
- Put the cargo on pallets and wrap it.
- Combine several small shipments into one.
- Give exact addresses: searching on the spot costs time and money.
Example
The Baku to Ganja route is about 355 km and takes 5 hours. Prices differ between a 5-ton truck and a semi-trailer, but both follow the kilometres. The route page shows the current calculation for every vehicle type.
Frequently asked questions
Can the price grow during the trip?
No. The booked amount is fixed. It is recalculated only if you change the route or the services yourself.
Who pays for fuel and road costs?
All road costs are on the carrier and are already included in the price.