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Procurement Guide
Freight Calculation — Kanpur to North India Per-Tonne Ranges
Steel pipe freight rates from Kanpur to major North Indian destinations. Per-tonne road freight benchmarks and cost estimation guide.
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)
| 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
| 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 |
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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.
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