Freight Calculation — Kanpur to North India Per-Tonne Ranges

Last reviewed: 2026-05-06

Steel pipe freight from Kanpur to North Indian destinations runs ₹800-2,500 per tonne depending on distance, load type (FTL vs PTL), and fuel surcharge adjustments. Kanpur-Delhi NCR is ₹1,200-1,500/tonne (350 km); Kanpur-Lucknow is ₹800-1,000/tonne (90 km); Kanpur-Varanasi is ₹1,400-1,800/tonne (320 km). Full truckload (FTL, 20-25 MT) achieves 30-40% lower per-tonne rates than part-load (PTL, <5 MT).

What factors determine steel pipe freight rates?

Distance: Base rate is ₹2.5-4.0 per km per MT for road transport, varying by diesel price and toll costs.

Load type: FTL (full truckload, 20-25 MT) secures vehicle-dedicated rates. PTL (part-load) shares truck space — cheaper for <5 MT but slower (consolidation delays).

Vehicle type: Open truck (lowest cost), closed container (protection from weather, +15%), trailer/ODC for >12 metre lengths (+25%).

Loading/unloading: Manual handling adds ₹150-250/tonne; crane-equipped sites reduce this to ₹50-100/tonne.

Documentation: e-way bill, insurance, and transit permits are standard inclusions; octroi/NOC for certain states adds ₹500-2,000 per trip.

How do freight terms affect my landed cost?

FOR (Free On Rail/Road) Kanpur: Supplier loads at their yard; buyer arranges and pays transport. You control carrier selection and timing.

FOB (Free On Board) Kanpur Goods Yard: Supplier delivers to railway siding or transport yard; buyer takes over from there. Common for rail shipments.

CFR/CPT (Cost and Freight/Carriage Paid To): Supplier arranges transport to destination; cost is embedded in the per-MT rate. Convenience premium of ₹100-200/tonne.

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid): Rare in domestic steel trade. Supplier assumes all risk and cost to site; significant risk premium added.

What is the typical transit time from Kanpur?

Same-day delivery: Kanpur city and 50 km radius (Unnao, Fatehpur, Raebareli).

Next-day: Lucknow (90 km), Agra (280 km), Etawah, Jhansi.

2-day: Delhi NCR (350 km), Jaipur (450 km), Varanasi (320 km), Allahabad/Prayagraj (210 km).

3-4 day: Chandigarh (600 km), Dehradun (650 km), Patna (650 km), Bhopal (550 km).

Note: Monsoon (July-September) and winter fog (December-January) can add 1-2 days to all routes.

Per-tonne freight rates from Kanpur (2026 baselines)

Per-tonne freight rates from Kanpur (2026 baselines)
Destination	Distance	FTL (20+ MT)	PTL (<5 MT)	Transit time
Lucknow	90 km	₹800-1,000	₹1,200-1,500	Same/next day
Allahabad/Prayagraj	210 km	₹1,000-1,300	₹1,500-2,000	1-2 days
Agra	280 km	₹1,100-1,400	₹1,700-2,200	1-2 days
Varanasi	320 km	₹1,200-1,600	₹1,800-2,400	2 days
Delhi NCR	350 km	₹1,200-1,500	₹1,900-2,500	2 days
Jaipur	450 km	₹1,400-1,800	₹2,200-2,800	2-3 days
Bhopal	550 km	₹1,600-2,000	₹2,400-3,000	2-3 days
Chandigarh	600 km	₹1,800-2,200	₹2,700-3,500	3 days
Patna	650 km	₹2,000-2,500	₹3,000-3,800	3-4 days
Dehradun	650 km	₹2,000-2,500	₹3,000-3,800	3-4 days

Specifications at a glance

Specifications
FTL capacity — standard truck	20-25 MT (open body)
FTL capacity — trailer	25-32 MT (for long pipes)
Base freight rate	₹2.5-4.0/km/MT
Loading charges — manual	₹150-250/tonne
Loading charges — crane	₹50-100/tonne
Insurance	0.3-0.5% of invoice value (standard)
Fuel surcharge variance	±10% based on diesel price

Frequently asked questions

Is freight included in the pipe quotation?

Standard quotations are FOR Kanpur (ex-works). Freight-included quotes available on request — specify destination PIN code in your RFQ. Freight-included rates carry a 10-15% risk premium for fuel variance.

Can I use my own transport?

Yes — FOR terms explicitly allow buyer-arranged transport. Supplier loads; your carrier picks up. Provide vehicle registration and driver ID 24 hours in advance for gate pass processing.

What happens if pipes are damaged in transit?

Transit insurance (0.3-0.5% of value) covers damage. Document with photos at unloading; file claim within 48 hours. Supplier assists with documentation; carrier liability is between you and the transporter.

Are there restrictions on long pipe lengths?

Pipes >12 metres require trailer/ODC vehicles and state permits. Add 25% to freight rate and 1-2 days for permit processing. Plan such deliveries 3-5 days ahead.

How do I estimate total freight for my order?

Multiply order weight (MT) by per-tonne FTL/PTL rate from table. Add loading charges (₹150/tonne manual). Add 18% GST on freight component. Example: 10 MT to Delhi NCR FTL = 10 × ₹1,350 + ₹1,500 loading + ₹2,457 GST = ₹17,907 total.