If you need to hire a truck or pickup in Dhaka, the first question is almost always the same: how much will it cost? The truck rental rate in Dhaka City can swing a lot depending on the vehicle size, the route, and how long loading and unloading takes which is why so many first-time renters end up paying more than the market rate.

Those who run businesses and hire trucks or pickups daily usually have a good feel for fair pricing. But if you’re booking a truck for the first time, you likely have no reference point, and that’s exactly when overcharging happens. This guide breaks down the current rate chart, explains what actually moves the price up or down, and shows how the Truck Lagbe app helps you land a fair fare every time.

How Truck Lagbe Helps You Get a Fair Rate

An easy solution to hiring a truck or pickup at the market rate is to use the “Truck Lagbe” app. When you request a truck through the app, nearby truck owners and drivers respond directly with their fare by bidding on your trip. You then simply choose the offer that works best for you. Here are the benefits of booking this way:

1. You get a real feel for the market rate yourself, since multiple owners and drivers quote you for the same route.
2. Because several drivers are competing for the job, you’re assured of a competitive rate even if you walked in with zero idea of what to expect.

Hence, you can hire a truck, covered van, or pickup using the app without any worries. Download Truck Lagbe on Google Play

How Truck Lagbe Sets Its Fixed Rate for 1-Ton Trucks

Apart from the 1-ton 7-feet truck, rental rates for every other truck category on Truck Lagbe are determined by live bidding rather than a single fixed number. The 1-ton 7-feet fare itself was set by Truck Lagbe after tracking real booking data and market rates for hiring pickups over a 3-year period, combined with a data-driven pricing algorithm so customers booking that size have no risk of being overcharged from the start.

Truck & Pickup Rental Rate Chart for Dhaka City (Updated 2026)

We’re highlighting the typical minimum and maximum rate for hiring trucks within Dhaka City for your convenience:

Rate Chart for Hiring Trucks & Pickups in Dhaka City

Type of Truck	Rate (in Taka)
1 Ton 9 feet Pickup	800-2200*
1 Ton 9 feet Covered Van	1000-2500*
2 ton 12 feet Truck	1200-2700*
2 ton 12 feet Covered Van	1200-3000*
3.5 ton 14 feet Truck	1500-2800*
3.5 ton 14 feet Covered Van	1500-3200*
7.5 ton 16 feet Open Truck	2500-4500*
7.5 ton 16 feet Covered Van	3000-5000*
15 ton 18 feet Open Truck	3500-5000*
15 ton 23 feet Covered Van	3500-5500*
25 ton 23 feet Open Truck	5000-6000*

N:B:-

*Minimum fare applies to hiring trucks within the same area  for example, from Mirpur to Mirpur.
*Maximum fare applies to a trip covering the furthest distance within Dhaka City.
*For large trucks, if loading-unloading time goes past 6 hours, the fare can increase by 500-1000 taka based on the extra time. For medium-sized trucks, that additional charge runs 300 to 500 taka.
*Any truck above 12 feet (from 3.5-ton 14-feet trucks up to 12-ton 23-feet trucks) is not allowed to move within Dhaka City during the day. These sizes can only be booked for trips after 10:00 PM.

What Affects the Truck Rental Rate in Dhaka?

• Distance and route: a same-area trip (Mirpur to Mirpur) is billed near the minimum, while a cross-city run lands closer to the maximum.
• Loading and unloading time: crossing the 6-hour mark adds 500-1000 taka on large trucks and 300-500 taka on medium ones.
• Time of day: vehicles above 12 feet can only run after 10:00 PM inside Dhaka, which limits availability and affects what drivers quote.
• Type and volume of goods: bulky, fragile, or heavier loads may need a larger vehicle than you first assumed, changing the category you’re bidding in.
• Demand on the day: rates shift with real-time demand, which is exactly why live bidding reflects the market more accurately than one flat listed price.

Rental Rate for Trucks or Pickups in Any District Within Bangladesh

Truck or pickup fares for longer routes depend on a number of factors, including:

1. The exact address the goods are being moved from
2. The type and amount of goods being transported
3. The type and size of truck needed
4. The market rate based on ongoing demand on the day the truck is hired

Because of these factors, the fare for transporting goods across districts in Bangladesh varies, and it isn’t possible to quote one fixed rate for hiring trucks outside Dhaka. But if you book through the Truck Lagbe app, you’ll quickly see live fares from multiple truck owners and can accept the one you like.

Frequently Asked Questions About Truck Rental Rates in Dhaka

How much does it cost to rent a pickup in Dhaka City?

A 1-ton 9-feet pickup within Dhaka City typically costs between 800 and 2,200 taka, depending on the distance and how long loading and unloading takes.

Can trucks move around Dhaka City during the day?

No. Trucks above 12 feet, from 3.5-ton 14-feet trucks up to 12-ton 23-feet trucks, are not allowed to move within Dhaka City during daytime hours. These sizes can only be booked for trips after 10:00 PM.

Why does the rental rate change from trip to trip?

Because every category apart from the 1-ton 7-feet truck is priced through live bidding, not a fixed listing. Multiple owners quote your specific route and timing, so the rate reflects real demand on that day rather than a generic average.

Is there a truck size with a fixed, non-bidding rate?

Yes, the 1-ton 7-feet truck has a fixed rate on Truck Lagbe, set from 3 years of market data rather than bidding, so there’s no negotiation needed for that size.

How is the rate calculated for trips outside Dhaka?

Outside Dhaka, the fare depends on the pickup address, the type and amount of goods, the truck size needed, and demand on the day of travel which is why Truck Lagbe uses bidding for these routes too, so you see live offers instead of one fixed number.

Book a Truck or Pickup at the Right Rate

Whether you’re moving within Dhaka City or booking a longer route anywhere in Bangladesh, download the Truck Lagbe app to get live, competitive fares from verified truck owners instead of guessing at the market rate: