Tata Ace
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Book Tata AceVadodara to Visakhapatnam is about 1,450 km by road and a truck takes 3 to 4 days, including mandatory driver rest. A 19FT Eicher runs indicatively Rs.53,700 - Rs.59,500 for the trip, toll included (checked November 2026). Rates are not fixed; confirm the current rate at booking.
Below: what each truck size costs on this lane, which one fits your load, what to keep ready at loading, and where this corridor usually loses time.
Indicative trip fares, Vadodara to Visakhapatnam
About 1,450 km. Fares include toll.
| Truck | Load capacity | Indicative trip fare |
|---|---|---|
| Tata Ace | Up to 1,100 kg | Rs.37,700 - Rs.42,100 |
| Bada Dost (closed body) | Up to 1.5T | Rs.37,700 - Rs.42,100 |
| 14FT Eicher | 3.5T | Rs.45,000 - Rs.50,800 |
| 17FT Eicher | 5T | Rs.49,300 - Rs.53,700 |
| 19FT Eicher | 7T | Rs.53,700 - Rs.59,500 |
| 20FT Container | 6.5T | Rs.59,500 - Rs.65,300 |
| 32FT Container Sxl | 7T - 8T | Rs.79,800 - Rs.84,100 |
| 32FT Container Mxl | 16T | Rs.1,13,100 - Rs.1,23,300 |
| 32FT Container Mxl | 18T | Rs.1,23,300 - Rs.1,32,000 |
Indicative fares, checked November 2026. Freight rates move with route, vehicle type, cargo, date and availability. Confirm the current rate at booking.
A small load does not travel cheaply over 1,450 km. A Tata Ace costs nearly as much as a 14FT Eicher on this lane, so if your goods are close to a tonne, compare the two before you book.
Which truck fits your load?
- Under 1,100 kg: Tata Ace
- 1,100 kg to 1.5 tonnes: Bada Dost
- Up to 3.5 tonnes: 14FT Eicher
- Up to 5 tonnes: 17FT Eicher
- Up to 7 tonnes: 19FT Eicher
- Bulky cartons around 6.5 tonnes that need a closed box: 20FT Container
- 7 to 8 tonnes of light, bulky cargo: 32FT Container Sxl
- 16 to 18 tonnes: 32FT Container Mxl
Weight is only half the question. Cable drums, panels and packed machinery often fill the floor of a truck long before they reach its weight limit, so measure the load too. The truck size guide lists the inside dimensions of each vehicle.
What moves from Vadodara to Visakhapatnam
Vadodara's industrial estates at Makarpura, Nandesari, Por and Savli ship pharmaceutical ingredients, packed chemicals, engineering components, cables and electrical equipment. A good share of what heads east on this corridor is bound for plants and warehouses around Visakhapatnam rather than for retail.
Visakhapatnam pulls that freight in for three reasons: its two ports at Visakhapatnam and Gangavaram, the steel plant and its ancillary units, and the pharma cluster at Parawada. Expect delivery points in industrial areas outside the city rather than in town.
How long the trip really takes
Plan on 3 to 4 days from loading to unloading. The truck crosses Maharashtra and Telangana before the final stretch down the coast into Andhra Pradesh, and drivers stop for rest on a run this long.
Two things stretch it. Heavy rain on the east coast between June and September slows the last few hundred kilometres, and October to November brings cyclone warnings to the Andhra coast. In those months, keep one day of buffer before the delivery date you promise your buyer.
Book 2 days ahead for Eicher trucks. For 32FT containers, or for loading in the week before Diwali, book 4 to 5 days ahead; fewer trucks are free and drivers take leave.
Paperwork to keep ready at loading
An e-way bill is required when the goods are worth more than Rs.50,000. Keep the invoice, the e-way bill and your GST details ready before the truck arrives, because the driver cannot leave without them. The e-way bill must cover the whole route, which crosses several state borders. GST is charged as per current GTA rules and shown on your invoice.
If you are shipping chemicals, say so at enquiry and share the product name. Hazardous goods need a truck and paperwork cleared for them, and the team will check what is available before quoting.
Booking and payment
Enter Vadodara as pickup and Visakhapatnam as drop on the freight calculator, choose the truck and see the rate before you confirm. You get the driver's number once the truck is assigned, and the trip runs with GPS tracking. Each booking is a full truck for your goods only.
Payment is split into three parts: Booking Amount at booking confirmation, 90% at loading once the truck reaches the pickup location, and the remaining Balance at delivery before unloading begins. Accepted: NEFT, IMPS, UPI (PhonePe, GPay), and major debit and credit cards. No cash payments accepted.
Sending goods the other way? Rates for Visakhapatnam to Vadodara are quoted separately and are often different. For pickups elsewhere in the city, see hire a truck in Vadodara, and for closed-body loads, container truck transport.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does a truck take from Vadodara to Vizag?
3 to 4 days for about 1,450 km, including driver rest. Add a day between June and November, when rain and cyclone warnings slow the coastal stretch.
What does a 19FT Eicher cost from Vadodara to Visakhapatnam?
A 19FT Eicher from Vadodara to Visakhapatnam, about 1,450 km, is indicatively Rs.53,700 - Rs.59,500 for the trip, toll included (checked November 2026). Rates are not fixed; confirm the current rate at booking.
Is toll extra?
No. Toll is included in the fare you confirm. No separate toll bill is raised after delivery.
I have 5 tonnes of cartons. Which truck should I take?
A 17FT Eicher carries up to 5 tonnes. If the cartons are light but bulky, a 20FT Container or a 32FT Container Sxl gives you more floor space.
Can I send machinery on this route?
Yes, as long as it fits the truck's floor and load capacity. Share the weight and dimensions at enquiry so the right size is assigned before loading day.
What documents do I need at loading?
The invoice, an e-way bill for goods worth more than Rs.50,000, and your GST details. The e-way bill must cover the full route to Visakhapatnam.
Will GST be added to the freight?
GST is charged as per current GTA rules and shown on your invoice.
Can I track the truck?
Yes. The trip runs with GPS tracking, and you get the driver's number once the truck is assigned.
Will my goods share the truck with another shipper's load?
No. Every booking is a full truck for one shipper and one consignment.
How do I pay?
Booking Amount at booking confirmation, 90% at loading once the truck reaches the pickup location, and the remaining Balance at delivery before unloading begins. NEFT, IMPS, UPI (PhonePe, GPay) and major debit and credit cards are accepted. No cash.
How early should I book?
2 days ahead for Eicher trucks. For 32FT containers or the week before Diwali, book 4 to 5 days ahead.
