Daily transport to and from Germany
Need fast transport to Germany? Your goods must arrive on the right day, at the agreed time. Complete and undamaged.
Transport to Germany seems simple, but in practice, things often go wrong with planning, transshipment, or communication.
Van Thiel Transport operates daily scheduled line services to destinations throughout Germany. With a single point of contact, fixed routes, and clear agreements.
You know where your shipment is. We ensure it is delivered correctly and as agreed.
What could go wrong without well-organized transport to Germany?
When you arrange transport to Germany yourself through multiple carriers or subcontractors, the following problems can arise:
- Uncertainty about the location of your shipment: Many large carriers work with multiple subcontractors. This creates a lack of clarity and increases the risk of your shipment becoming fragmented within the supply chain. It’s unclear where your goods are and how long you’ll have to wait for a response.
- Damage due to excessive transshipment: Some carriers transship a shipment up to three times. Each transshipment increases the risk of damage or loss.
- Delivery on the wrong day or time: Germany is known for strict delivery schedules. You’ll often be given a fixed delivery time or even a specific time slot. Arriving too early or too late can lead to refusal or additional costs.
Transport to Germany requires structure, fixed routes, and clear management.
How Van Thiel Transport arranges your transport to and from Germany
We drive numerous trucks to fixed destinations in Germany every day. This means we ensure you receive the following:
- Fixed line services with predictable planning
- Fewer transshipments
- Direct communication
- One single point of contact
Thanks to fixed planning and direct coordination, your shipment is correctly scheduled for the agreed delivery time. Fewer steps mean more control.
Daily transport to destinations in Germany
We drive fixed routes to and from:
Practical example: from structural damage due to transshipment to zero incidents
One of our clients regularly delivered pallets to Hamburg via various carriers. These deliveries experienced structural problems: pallets frequently arrived with damaged boxes, and sometimes parts of the shipment were even missing, even though everything had been checked during loading.
Multiple transshipments with different carriers turned out to be the cause.
Since Van Thiel Transport has been providing transport via fixed line services and without transshipments, there has not been a single delivery with damage or missing boxes.
When do you choose which type of transport to Germany?
We provide services including:
- Groupage (LTL): for smaller shipments
- Full truckloads (FTL): for larger shipments
- Pallet transport: for shipments ranging from one pallet to multiple pallets per delivery
- Temperature-controlled transport: for temperature-sensitive goods
- ADR transport: for hazardous materials in accordance with ADR regulations
Are you unsure about the right transport option? We are happy to advise you on the best mode of transport for your shipment.
Groupage transport to Germany: efficient and cost-effective
Do you have smaller shipments or not a full truckload? With groupage, we combine shipments from multiple customers into a single truck. The transport costs are then shared among all sending parties.
Benefits of groupage:
- Lower transport costs
- Efficient use of loading space
- Reduced CO2 emissions
Pallet transport Germany: from one pallet to a full truckload
We provide daily pallet transport to and from Germany. Whether it’s one pallet, multiple pallets, or full loads: our regular scheduled service and limited transhipment times reduce the risk of damage and delays.
We also exchange Euro pallets. This ensures efficiency and cost savings within your logistics process.
Specialist in transport to logistics hubs
Van Thiel Transport has extensive experience with transport to major German logistics locations, such as:
- Port of Hamburg
- Frankfurt am Main Airport
These hubs are important for international trade and container flows.
With fixed routes and short communication lines, we ensure a smooth connection to your logistics chain.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Transport to Germany
Do you have a question about your transport to Germany? We have answered some frequently asked questions about our transport to Germany below. If your question is not listed here, please contact us and our staff will be happy to help you.
Transport to Germany usually takes 24 to 72 hours, depending on the destination. Border areas are often delivered within 24 hours, and other destinations within 1 to 3 business days.
Van Thiel Transport operates daily scheduled services to various regions in Germany. This means your shipment doesn’t have to wait for a fixed departure date and can be scheduled quickly. The exact transit time depends on the destination, type of shipment (groupage or FTL), and any delivery time windows.
With groupage (LTL), your shipment is combined with goods from other customers in a single truck. With FTL (Full Truck Load), you use the entire truck for your own shipment.
Groupage is cost-efficient for smaller volumes and when time is less critical. FTL is suitable for larger loads, time-sensitive shipments, or when you require fewer transshipments. Less transshipment reduces the risk of damage and delays.
Van Thiel Transport advises you on the best mode of transport for your shipment and calculates the costs for both options.
The costs for transport to Germany depend on volume, weight, destination, and type of transport (LTL or FTL).
With groupage, the costs are spread across multiple shipments, which is advantageous for smaller volumes. With FTL, you pay for the entire cargo space, but you benefit from direct delivery and less transshipment.
Tolls in Germany are included in the Van Thiel Transport rate, so you won’t receive any unexpected surcharges later.
Damage during transport often occurs due to multiple transshipments and changing subcontractors.
Van Thiel Transport uses scheduled line services and limits the number of transshipments. Direct planning and fixed routes significantly reduce the risk of damage or loss of goods. Fewer links in the chain means greater control over your shipment.
Yes. Deliveries can be scheduled to fixed delivery days or specific time windows.
German companies often work with strict delivery schedules. Delivering too early or too late can lead to refusal or additional costs. Through clear planning and coordination in advance, your shipment will be delivered correctly and at the agreed time.
Yes, German tolls are included in the transport price.
This ensures transparency and prevents unexpected costs later.
A standard truck for international road transport can carry up to 24,000 kg of payload.
The exact maximum weight depends on the vehicle type and regulations. For unusual weights or special loads, a suitable transport solution will be provided.
Yes. Fixed routes operate daily between Germany and the Netherlands.
You can use FTL, LTL/groupage, temperature-controlled transport, ADR transport, and pallet transport. Fixed return flows allow for predictable and efficient lead times.
Has your question about transport in Germany not been answered?
Can’t find your question here? Our staff will be happy to help you, so please feel free to contact us.