For intercity moves, the biggest choice after picking a mover is the type of truck. Here is how the two options compare.
| Dedicated truck | Shared (part-load) | |
|---|---|---|
| Who else is on it | Only your goods | Other customers' goods on the same route |
| Speed | Direct, fastest | Waits to fill up; may stop for other deliveries |
| Delivery date | Fixed and predictable | A window, usually a few days longer |
| Handling | Loaded once, unloaded once | May be reloaded at a hub |
| Cost | Higher | Lower: you pay for the space you use |
| Best for | Full homes, fixed dates, fragile goods | Small moves, flexible dates, students |
Choose a dedicated truck if…
- You are moving a full 2 BHK or larger
- You need your goods by a fixed date
- You have many fragile or valuable items
Choose a shared truck if…
- You have a single room or a few items
- Your dates are flexible
- Budget matters more than speed
Either way, your goods should travel as a labelled consignment with their own inventory. See part-load shifting and interstate moving.
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