Transport Cost Per KM Calculator
Last Updated: October 2026
Accurately determine commercial vehicle running cost per kilometre from diesel, tolls, driver advances, and tyre maintenance.
Summary
Calculate commercial road transport cost per km in India. Factor in fuel, FASTag tolls, driver bhatta, and maintenance to price your freight bids profitably and stop losing money on under-quoted trips.
What is this?
An interactive cost-per-km calculator for Indian fleet owners and freight brokers.
Who is it for?
Fleet owners, transport contractors, and logistics dispatch managers.
Why use it?
Avoid quote mismatches and uncover hidden per-km expenses before dispatching trucks.
Key takeaways
- Live Cost Per KM output
- Total trip expense breakdown
- Benchmark comparison for Indian trucks
- Mobile-friendly calculation
- No signup required
Indian Commercial Truck Cost Benchmarks
| Vehicle Type & Axles | Average Mileage | Typical Cost Per KM Range | Primary Cost Drivers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Commercial (Bolero Maxi / Tata Ace) | 12.0 – 15.0 km/l | ₹14.00 – ₹18.00 / km | Driver wage, urban stop-start traffic |
| 6-Wheeler LCV (7 – 11 Ton Gross) | 5.5 – 7.0 km/l | ₹22.00 – ₹28.00 / km | Diesel, state border checkposts, FASTag |
| 10-Wheeler / 12-Wheeler HCV (16 – 28 Ton) | 3.5 – 4.5 km/l | ₹32.00 – ₹42.00 / km | High diesel consumption, tyre wear, tolls |
| 14 / 16-Wheeler Multi-Axle (35 – 42 Ton) | 3.0 – 3.8 km/l | ₹38.00 – ₹48.00 / km | Tyre replacement (16 tyres), national highway tolls |
| 18 to 22-Wheeler Heavy Trailer (49 – 55 Ton) | 2.2 – 2.8 km/l | ₹52.00 – ₹68.00 / km | Permit costs, ODC handling, extreme tyre wear |
Frequently Asked Questions
How is transport cost per KM calculated? Transport Cost Per KM is calculated by dividing total trip expenses (diesel, toll/FASTag, driver bhatta, tyre wear, and vehicle maintenance) by total trip kilometres.
What is the average cost per km for a 16-wheeler truck in India? For a 16-wheeler 25–35 tonne truck in India, the operating cost typically ranges from ₹38 to ₹48 per KM, depending on current diesel prices, route tolls, and empty return mileage.
Does TruckBill track cost per KM automatically? Yes. TruckBill Own Fleet Management links fuel cards (HPCL/IOCL/BPCL), FASTag tolls, and driver trip advances directly to vehicle odometer readings, providing real-time vehicle P&L and cost per KM reports.