Hauling Cost Calculator

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Calculate Your Fuel Costs

Distance in Miles:

Enter the distance to the scrap yard or destination

Trip Type:

One Way Round Trip

Your Truck's MPG:

Use your loaded MPG for most accurate results

Price per Gallon ($):

Current fuel price in your area

Enter your values above and click calculate to see your hauling costs.

Distance: Enter the one-way miles to your destination.
Trip Type: Select "One Way" for a single trip or "Round Trip" to calculate the return journey as well.
MPG: Use your truck's actual MPG when loaded with scrap for the most accurate estimate.
Fuel Price: Enter the current price per gallon in your area.

Combine Loads

When possible, combine multiple pickups in the same area to maximize efficiency.

Maintain Your Vehicle

Regular maintenance like oil changes, air filter replacement, and proper tire inflation can improve fuel economy by up to 10%.

Track Fuel Prices

Use fuel price apps to find the cheapest stations along your route. Price differences of $0.20-0.30 per gallon are common.