Pallet Transport in the Balkans

Ship pallets across Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, and North Macedonia. Compare LTL (shared truck) and FTL (dedicated truck) quotes from licensed cross-border carriers. Customs documentation handled for non-EU corridors.

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Pallet freight prices — 2026

Indicative market price ranges

Standard euro-pallet (1200×800 mm, up to 800 kg, up to 1.8 m height). Final price depends on weight, volume, urgency, and customs requirements.

Shipment type	Price range
Single pallet — domestic (within country)	€45 – €120
Single pallet — Greece ↔ Bulgaria (EU)	€90 – €220
Single pallet — Greece ↔ Romania (EU)	€140 – €280
Single pallet — Greece ↔ Serbia (non-EU)	€160 – €290
LTL 2–5 pallets — cross-border	€220 – €780
FTL (33 euro-pallets / 24-tonne)	€700 – €2400

Tail-lift loading, packaging, and additional insurance charged separately. Customs (T1 transit) included for non-EU routes.

What pallet shipments we cover

📦 LTL — Less Than Truckload

1–6 pallets sharing a truck with other shipments. Lower cost per pallet, slightly longer transit (1–3 extra days for consolidation). Best for regular small shipments.

🚛 FTL — Full Truckload

Dedicated 33-pallet truck (or smaller). Fastest transit, exclusive use, higher cost. Best for time-critical or large-volume shipments (10+ pallets).

❄️ Temperature-controlled

Refrigerated (2–8°C) or frozen (-18°C) pallet freight for food, pharma, and cosmetics. Specify temperature range when requesting a quote.

⚠️ ADR / dangerous goods

Certified ADR carriers for classes 2, 3, 6, 8, 9 (paints, chemicals, batteries). Provide UN number and packing group with your quote request.

How it works

1. Provide shipment details

Pickup and delivery addresses, pallet count, total weight, goods description.

2. Receive quotes

Multiple licensed carriers respond with prices, transit times, and conditions — usually within minutes.

3. Compare and book

Pick the carrier that fits your timing and budget. Confirm the booking digitally.

4. Pickup & track

Carrier picks up at the agreed time. Track the shipment to delivery. Pay invoice digitally.

Popular pallet routes

Athens → Sofia Thessaloniki → Sofia Athens → Bucharest Sofia → Bucharest Thessaloniki → Belgrade Athens → Belgrade Thessaloniki → Skopje Sofia → Plovdiv

Documentation by destination

What paperwork is required

EU corridors (Greece, Bulgaria, Romania)

CMR consignment note · Commercial invoice · Packing list. No duties, no customs declaration.

Non-EU (Serbia, North Macedonia, Albania, Kosovo)

CMR · Commercial invoice · Packing list · HS codes · T1 transit document · Customs declaration. Carriers prepare T1 in advance.

Turkey & beyond

Same as non-EU plus possible carnet TIR for transit. Specialized carriers handle Turkey-bound and onward freight.

Frequently asked questions

▸ How much does a single pallet cost to ship in the Balkans?

Domestic pallets cost €45–€120 within a single country. Cross-border within the EU (e.g. Greece → Bulgaria, Romania) ranges €90–€280 per pallet via LTL. Non-EU routes (e.g. Serbia, North Macedonia) cost slightly more (€160–€290) because of customs handling.

▸ What is the difference between LTL and FTL pallet shipping?

LTL (Less Than Truckload) means your pallets share a truck with other shipments — cheaper but takes 1–3 extra days for consolidation. FTL (Full Truckload) dedicates the entire truck to your shipment — faster (often same-day for short routes) but more expensive. LTL is best for 1–6 pallets; FTL for 10+ pallets or time-critical shipments.

▸ How long does pallet freight take?

Within Greece or Bulgaria: 1 business day for FTL, 1–2 days for LTL. Cross-border EU corridors (Athens–Sofia, Sofia–Bucharest): 1–2 days. Cross-border to Serbia/North Macedonia: 2–3 days (customs adds 1–3 hours).

▸ What pallet sizes can I ship?

Standard euro-pallets (1200×800 mm, max 800 kg, max 1.8 m height) and industrial pallets (1200×1000 mm) are accepted by all carriers. Oversized or extra-heavy pallets (>1000 kg) require advance notice and may need a tail-lift truck.

▸ Do I need customs paperwork for cross-border pallet shipments?

Within the EU (Greece ↔ Bulgaria ↔ Romania): only CMR consignment note + commercial invoice + packing list. To/from Serbia, North Macedonia, Albania, Kosovo, Turkey: also T1 transit document, HS codes, and customs declaration. Carriers on Haulx prepare T1 paperwork.

▸ Can carriers pick up from my warehouse with a forklift?

Most carriers expect the sender to load with their own forklift. If you need a tail-lift truck (driver loads), specify this when requesting a quote — typical surcharge €30–€80 per pickup.

▸ Are my pallets insured during transit?

Yes — all carriers on Haulx carry CMR insurance (legally required for commercial freight in Europe). For high-value cargo, you can request additional all-risk insurance at the time of booking.

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