Trip profit calculator for transporters
Trip profit = freight − (fuel + tolls + driver bata + loading/unloading + broker commission + other expenses). Divide by distance for profit per km, and compare with your fixed cost per km to see if the trip really pays.
Result
| Fuel cost | ₹20,250 |
|---|---|
| Broker commission | ₹900 |
| Total trip cost | ₹32,150 |
| Trip profit | ₹12,850 |
| Trip margin | 28.6% |
| Revenue per km | ₹50.00 |
| Cost per km | ₹35.72 |
| Break-even freight | ₹31,888 |
Trip profit here is before the vehicle's fixed costs (EMI, insurance, driver salary). Use the fleet cost calculator to add those per km.
Include the return leg
If the truck comes back empty, add the return-trip fuel and tolls to this trip — empty running is a real cost of the outward freight.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good profit per km for a truck?
Trip profit per km must at least cover your fixed cost per km (EMI, insurance, driver salary) — use the fleet cost calculator to find yours.
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