Chennai to Hyderabad Transport — Part Load & Full Truck
About 627 km by road. Estimate part-load and full-truck charges, transit time and e-way-bill validity, then compare verified transporters.
Rates and times are estimates.
About the Chennai–Hyderabad freight lane
Chennai–Hyderabad is an important import lane for Telangana: much of the cargo landing at Chennai's ports for Hyderabad's factories travels this way. The route runs up the coast before heading inland, through Andhra Pradesh's agricultural districts. On the return, Hyderabad's pharma and engineering exports head back to Chennai's ports, so trucks are often loaded both ways and return-load pricing is worth asking about.
Usual route: North along NH16 toward Nellore and Ongole, then inland to Hyderabad.
Things to plan for
- Cyclone season on the east coast (mainly October to December) can close roads at short notice.
- Container cargo from the port should be planned around free time.
- Ask whether the truck routes via Vijayawada or a more direct inland road; it changes distance.
Typical cargo Chennai → Hyderabad
- • Imported goods from Chennai's ports
- • Automobiles and auto parts
- • Electronics
Typical cargo Hyderabad → Chennai
- • Pharmaceuticals
- • Engineering goods
- • Agricultural products
Chennai to Hyderabad freight charges — estimates
Worked from typical market per-kg and per-km ranges for ~627 km. Not a quote.
Part load (shared truck)
| Consignment | Estimated charge |
|---|---|
| Per kg | ₹7 – ₹12 / kg |
| 100 kg | ₹700 – ₹1,200 |
| 500 kg | ₹3,500 – ₹6,000 |
| 1,000 kg | ₹7,000 – ₹12,000 |
Full truck load (dedicated truck)
| Truck | Estimated trip charge |
|---|---|
| 14–17 ft (up to ~3–4 T) | ₹25,000 – ₹44,000 |
| 19–20 ft (up to ~7–9 T) | ₹34,500 – ₹56,500 |
| 32 ft SXL / MXL (~7–18 T) | ₹44,000 – ₹75,000 |
Market estimates only. Final cost depends on exact pickup and drop points, goods type, weight vs volume, tolls, loading labour, waiting time, season and return-load availability. Always compare written quotes.
Paperwork for Chennai to Hyderabad freight
- Tax invoice or delivery challan for the goods, issued by the consignor.
- E-way bill for consignments above ₹50,000, valid about 4 days for this distance (normal cargo).
- Lorry receipt (LR) / consignment note from the transporter, your proof of handover.
- Transit insurance for the declared value, recommended on longer lanes.
Chennai to Hyderabad freight: FAQs
What is the road distance from Chennai to Hyderabad?
Roughly 627 km by road, usually via North along NH16 toward Nellore and Ongole, then inland to Hyderabad. The exact distance depends on your pickup and drop addresses and the route the driver takes.
How much does part load cost from Chennai to Hyderabad?
As a market estimate, around ₹7–₹12 per kg, billed on the greater of actual and volumetric weight, with a minimum charge per booking. For example, 500 kg would be roughly ₹3,500–₹6,000. Your quote depends on the goods, packing and pickup and drop access.
What is the full truck charge from Chennai to Hyderabad?
As an estimate, a 32 ft truck works out to roughly ₹44,000–₹75,000 for the trip, and smaller trucks less. Tolls, loading labour, waiting time and return-load availability change the final price, so compare written quotes.
How long does a truck take from Chennai to Hyderabad?
A dedicated truck usually takes about 2 days. Part load generally takes longer because the truck consolidates cargo and may transfer at a hub. Weather, festivals and checkpoints can add time.
How long is the e-way bill valid from Chennai to Hyderabad?
For normal cargo, an e-way bill is valid for one day per 200 km or part of it, so about 4 days for roughly 627 km. Validity can be extended in specific situations. Over-dimensional cargo has a shorter per-day distance. Check the current GST rules when generating it.