{"id":1490,"date":"2024-12-05T08:24:11","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T08:24:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hubbig.com\/how-are-freight-rates-calculated-correctly\/"},"modified":"2025-09-24T09:07:51","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T09:07:51","slug":"how-are-freight-rates-calculated-correctly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hubbig.com\/en\/how-are-freight-rates-calculated-correctly\/","title":{"rendered":"Calculating Freight Rates \u2013 How to Set Them Correctly in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"root-eb-toc-yqpjf wp-block-essential-blocks-table-of-contents\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-toc-yqpjf \"><div class=\"eb-toc-container eb-toc-yqpjf  eb-toc-is-not-sticky eb-toc-not-collapsible eb-toc-initially-not-collapsed eb-toc-scrollToTop style-1 list-style-none\" data-scroll-top=\"false\" data-scroll-top-icon=\"fas fa-angle-up\" data-collapsible=\"false\" data-sticky-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-sticky=\"false\" data-scroll-target=\"scroll_to_toc\" data-copy-link=\"false\" data-editor-type=\"\" data-hide-desktop=\"false\" data-hide-tab=\"false\" data-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-itemCollapsed=\"false\" data-highlight-scroll=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-toc-header\"><h2 class=\"eb-toc-title\">Content:<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"eb-toc-wrapper \" data-headers=\"[{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Why accurate freight rate calculation is important&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Why accurate freight rate calculation is important&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;why-accurate-freight-rate-calculation-is-important&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;What are freight rates?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;What are freight rates?&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;what-are-freight-rates&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Which factors influence the calculation of freight rates?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Which factors influence the calculation of freight rates?&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;which-factors-influence-the-calculation-of-freight-rates&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:4,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;1. Type of goods&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;1. Type of goods&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;1-type-of-goods&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:4,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;2. Weight and volume&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;2. Weight and volume&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;2-weight-and-volume&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:4,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;3. Route and distance&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;3. Route and distance&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;3-route-and-distance&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:4,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;4. Type of vehicle&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;4. Type of vehicle&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;4-type-of-vehicle&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:4,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;5. Tolls, tunnels, ferries&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;5. Tolls, tunnels, ferries&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;5-tolls-tunnels-ferries&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:4,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;6. Fuel prices&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;6. Fuel prices&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;6-fuel-prices&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:4,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;7. Supply and demand&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;7. Supply and demand&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;7-supply-and-demand&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;How are costs calculated by type of transportation?  &quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;How are costs calculated by type of transportation?  &quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;how-are-costs-calculated-by-type-of-transportation&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:4,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;1. Rail transport  &quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;1. Rail transport  &quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;1-rail-transport&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:4,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;2. Road transport  &quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;2. Road transport  &quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;2-road-transport&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:4,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;3. Sea transport&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;3. Sea transport&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;3-sea-transport&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:4,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;4. Air transport  &quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;4. Air transport  &quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;4-air-transport&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Formula for calculating transport costs&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Formula for calculating transport costs&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;formula-for-calculating-transport-costs&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Transparency and digital tools&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Transparency and digital tools&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;transparency-and-digital-tools&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Most common mistakes when setting rates&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Most common mistakes when setting rates&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;most-common-mistakes-when-setting-rates&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;FAQ \\u2013 Most common questions&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;FAQ \\u2013 Most common questions&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;faq-most-common-questions&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;1. 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Koji digitalni alati poma\\u017eu u kalkulaciji?&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;5-koji-digitalni-alati-poma\\u017eu-u-kalkulaciji&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Zaklju\\u010dak&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;zaklju\\u010dak&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false}]\" data-smooth=\"true\" data-top-offset=\"\"><div class=\"eb-toc__list-wrap\"><ul class='eb-toc__list'><li><a href=\"#why-accurate-freight-rate-calculation-is-important\">Why accurate freight rate calculation is important<\/a><li><a href=\"#what-are-freight-rates\">What are freight rates?<\/a><li><a href=\"#which-factors-influence-the-calculation-of-freight-rates\">Which factors influence the calculation of freight rates?<\/a><ul class='eb-toc__list'><li><a href=\"#1-type-of-goods\">1. Type of goods<\/a><li><a href=\"#2-weight-and-volume\">2. Weight and volume<\/a><li><a href=\"#3-route-and-distance\">3. Route and distance<\/a><li><a href=\"#4-type-of-vehicle\">4. Type of vehicle<\/a><li><a href=\"#5-tolls-tunnels-ferries\">5. Tolls, tunnels, ferries<\/a><li><a href=\"#6-fuel-prices\">6. Fuel prices<\/a><li><a href=\"#7-supply-and-demand\">7. Supply and demand<\/a><\/li><\/ul><li><a href=\"#how-are-costs-calculated-by-type-of-transportation\">How are costs calculated by type of transportation?  <\/a><ul class='eb-toc__list'><li><a href=\"#1-rail-transport\">1. Rail transport  <\/a><li><a href=\"#2-road-transport\">2. Road transport  <\/a><li><a href=\"#3-sea-transport\">3. Sea transport<\/a><li><a href=\"#4-air-transport\">4. Air transport  <\/a><li><a href=\"#formula-for-calculating-transport-costs\">Formula for calculating transport costs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><li><a href=\"#transparency-and-digital-tools\">Transparency and digital tools<\/a><li><a href=\"#most-common-mistakes-when-setting-rates\">Most common mistakes when setting rates<\/a><li><a href=\"#faq-most-common-questions\">FAQ \u2013 Most common questions<\/a><ul class='eb-toc__list'><li><a href=\"#eb-table-content-19\">1. Kako se izra\u010dunava cijena prijevoza tereta?<\/a><li><a href=\"#eb-table-content-20\">2. \u0160to je volumetrijska te\u017eina?<\/a><li><a href=\"#eb-table-content-21\">3. Kako se ra\u010duna cijena pomorskog prijevoza?<\/a><li><a href=\"#eb-table-content-22\">4. Za\u0161to se cijene mijenjaju?<\/a><li><a href=\"#eb-table-content-23\">5. Koji digitalni alati poma\u017eu u kalkulaciji?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><li><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why accurate freight rate calculation is important<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Calculating freight rates<\/strong> is crucial for successful operations in logistics and transport. If the price is too low, the carrier loses money. If it\u2019s too high, the client looks for an alternative. That\u2019s why a transparent and accurate cost calculation is the foundation of healthy cooperation between carriers, freight forwarders, and service customers.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"\">Rates are not universal. They are formed based on numerous factors\u2014from the type of goods and route to fuel prices, tolls, and market supply. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are freight rates?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"\">A freight rate is the price a carrier charges to transport goods from one location to another. It can be expressed:<br\/> <br\/> <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">per kilometer,<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">by weight (e.g., \u20ac\/ton),<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">by volume (m\u00b3),<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">or by a combination of factors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"\">There are two basic types of rates:<\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Contract rates<\/strong>\u2014predefined, usually for long-term cooperation.<br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Spot rates<\/strong>\u2014set on the spot, depending on current supply and demand.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p class=\"\">Read more about market challenges in the blog: <a>10 Biggest Challenges in European Road Transport.<\/a><br\/> <br\/><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which factors influence the calculation of freight rates?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Type of goods<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"\">Sensitive or hazardous goods require special conditions and increase transportation costs.<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Weight and volume<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"\">Carriers use the concept of <strong>volumetric weight<\/strong>\u2014charges are based on whichever is greater: actual weight or volume.<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Route and distance<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"\">Longer routes increase the price, but the cost per kilometer can be lower over greater distances (the \u201cscale\u201d effect).<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Type of vehicle<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"\">The price varies depending on whether a curtain-side truck, refrigerated truck, or specialized vehicle is used.<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Tolls, tunnels, ferries<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"\">Additional charges that the carrier must factor in.<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Fuel prices<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"\">One of the largest variable costs. Some carriers apply a <strong>fuel surcharge<\/strong>\u2014an additional fee depending on fuel prices. <\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Supply and demand<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"\">Seasonal effects (e.g., higher demand in December) drive prices up.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How are costs calculated by type of transportation?  <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Rail transport  <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Calculation:<\/strong> Based on the weight or volume of the cargo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Advantage:<\/strong> Stable and predictable prices for larger quantities of goods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Road transport  <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Calculation:<\/strong> Depending on weight, dimensions and type of vehicle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Advantage:<\/strong> Flexibility in delivery over shorter distances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Sea transport<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Calculation:<\/strong> Two models \u2013 FCL (full container) and LCL (collective transport). Costs include transportation, port handling and additional fuel costs. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Air transport  <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Calculation:<\/strong> Based on weight or dimensional weight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Advantage:<\/strong> The fastest method of transport, ideal for urgent shipments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Formula for calculating transport costs<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"\">A simple example of a formula:<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Rate = (Base price per km \u00d7 Distance) + Additional costs (tolls, fuel, special equipment)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"\">Example:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Distance: 600 km<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Base price: \u20ac1.10\/km<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Tolls: \u20ac80<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Fuel surcharge: 10%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>(600 \u00d7 1,10 \u20ac) + 80 \u20ac + 66 \u20ac = 806 \u20ac<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"\">Of course, this is simplified\u2014in practice, return trips, duration, exchange rates, and contract conditions are also taken into account.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"\">Learn more about calculations at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.investopedia.com\/terms\/c\/cif.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Investopedia<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hubbig.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-using-calculator-engineers-use-calculator-calculate-house-plans.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"freight-rate-calculation &lt;br&gt;\" class=\"wp-image-2276\" style=\"width:606px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hubbig.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-using-calculator-engineers-use-calculator-calculate-house-plans-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hubbig.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-using-calculator-engineers-use-calculator-calculate-house-plans-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hubbig.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-using-calculator-engineers-use-calculator-calculate-house-plans-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hubbig.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-using-calculator-engineers-use-calculator-calculate-house-plans-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C863&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hubbig.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-using-calculator-engineers-use-calculator-calculate-house-plans-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1151&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transparency and digital tools<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"\">Digital logistics platforms enable:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">faster price comparisons,<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">automatic rate calculations,<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">an overview of spot and contract rates,<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">fewer calculation errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"\">See also: <a href=\"https:\/\/hubbig.com\/en\/top-6-tools-for-the-digital-transformation-of-logistics\/\">Top 6 Tools for Digital Logistics Transformation<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Most common mistakes when setting rates<\/h2>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Not accounting for hidden costs (e.g., waiting times, handling).<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Incorrectly calculated dimensions and weight.<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Ignoring seasonal variations.<br\/> <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Insufficient transparency toward clients.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ \u2013 Most common questions<\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1758702395327\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>1. How is freight cost calculated?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Based on distance, weight\/volume, type of vehicle, fuel prices, and additional charges.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1758702400675\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>2. What is volumetric weight?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Method of charging by volume\u2014used for goods that take up a lot of space but are lightweight.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1758702414751\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>3. How is the cost of maritime transport calculated?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>By container (FCL) or per cubic meter for consolidated shipments (LCL).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1758702432724\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>4. Why do prices change?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>By container (FCL) or per cubic meter for consolidated shipments (LCL).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1758702446280\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>5. Which digital tools help with calculation?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Logistics platforms and WMS\/TMS systems enable faster and more accurate calculations.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"\">The calculation of tariffs for freight transport is based on a combination of factors such as the type of transport, weight, distance and additional services. Proper planning and optimization enable significant savings, while hiring experts such as freight forwarders can simplify the entire process. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"\">Given the complexity of transport tariffs, digital platforms that automate the calculation and finding optimal solutions are becoming essential for modern logistics. The key to success lies in understanding the entire process and using available tools to maximize efficiency. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why accurate freight rate calculation is important Calculating freight rates is crucial for successful operations in logistics and transport. 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