Road Freight Service

Kathmandu’s unique geography presents both opportunities and challenges for freight transportation. Popular in a valley surrounded by mountains, the city is a gateway to Nepal’s diverse regions, but its road infrastructure while improving still demands expertise to handle seasonal monsoons, traffic congestion, and border formalities.

Road freight services in Kathmandu remains the most accessible and economical mode for intra-Nepal and regional shipments, accounting for over 80% of the country’s domestic cargo movement. Unlike air freight, which is ideal for time-sensitive perishables but carries higher costs, or rail (limited in Nepal), road transport offers flexibility, door-to-door delivery, and scalability.

At UB Cargo & Logistics, we harness these advantages to deliver unparalleled value.

Our services are designed for the Kathmandu context: quick turnaround for urban deliveries within hours, resilient planning for rural routes, and seamless integration with our international courier network for hybrid shipments. Businesses in sectors like textiles, agriculture, handicrafts, and construction choose us because we minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.

Imagine dispatching construction materials from Kathmandu to Pokhara without delays our optimized routes and real-time tracking make it possible. In 2024 alone, we facilitated over 5,000 road freight consignments, reducing average transit times by 25% through strategic partnerships with border agencies and local transporters.

Moreover, in a post-pandemic world, sustainability is key. Our eco-friendly fleet includes Euro-6 compliant trucks that cut emissions by up to 40%, aligning with Nepal’s green logistics goals. For Kathmandu’s entrepreneurs, this means not just reliable transport but a partner invested in the Valley’s sustainable growth.

UB Cargo Nepal’s road freight services in Kathmandu are built on a foundation of versatility and customization. We understand that no two shipments are alike, so our portfolio caters to diverse needs:

Full Truck Load (FTL) Services

For high-volume shipments, FTL is the gold standard. We dedicate an entire vehicle ranging from 10-tonne trucks to 20-foot container trailers to your cargo, ensuring exclusivity and speed.

Ideal for bulk goods like rice from the Terai or machinery bound for hydropower projects in the hills, our FTL service guarantees direct routing without consolidation delays. From Kathmandu’s ring road pickups to Birgunj border drops, we cover 500+ km routes with precision. Pricing starts at NPR 50,000 for Valley-to-Terai hauls, with volume discounts for regulars.

Less Than Truck Load (LTL) Solutions

Smaller consignments don’t mean smaller priorities. Our LTL network consolidates shipments at our state-of-the-art warehouse in Samakhusi, optimizing space and costs. Whether it’s 500 kg of spices for a Thamel exporter or electronics for a Lalitpur retailer, we group compatible loads for efficient distribution. This service shines in Kathmandu’s fragmented market, where partial loads are common, reducing your per-kg rate to as low as NPR 15. Transit times? Under 24 hours intra-Valley, 2-3 days to major cities like Chitwan or Butwal.

Cross-Border Road Haulage

Nepal’s open border with India makes cross-border freight a cornerstone of trade. We specialize in Kolkata-Kathmandu routes, handling customs clearance, Raxaul-Birgunj transits, and beyond. Our bonded carriers comply with SAFTA protocols, ensuring duty-free efficiency for eligible goods. From pharmaceuticals to auto parts, we’ve moved millions in value annually, with door-to-border services that include temperature-controlled options for perishables.

Specialized Freight: Oversize, Fragile, and Hazardous

Not all cargo fits the standard mold. Our team excels in transporting oversized equipment for infrastructure projects, fragile artifacts for cultural exports, and hazardous materials under ADR guidelines. Equipped with cranes, straps, and spill kits, we prioritize zero incidents in the last three years.

For Kathmandu’s booming tourism sector, we offer dedicated runs for adventure gear to Langtang or Everest Base Camp trails.

Domestic Distribution Network

Beyond Kathmandu, our web spans all seven provinces. Daily shuttles connect the Valley to Pokhara, Bharatpur, Nepalgunj, and more, powered by GPS-enabled dispatching. This network supports just-in-time inventory for e-commerce giants and SMEs alike, with last-mile delivery via compact vans for urban congestion.

Every service integrates cutting-edge tech: our app lets you book, track, and insure in real-time, while AI-optimized routing dodges Kathmandu’s notorious jams.