Truck transport and repatriation from France
Truck stranded far from its workshop, damaged tractor unit, coach to bring home or vehicle to deliver: we arrange low-loader transport, winched on and chained down, anywhere in France and to neighbouring countries. From €1,190 excl. VAT.
- 24/7, all year
- Heavy wreckers up to 44 t
- Firm price before dispatch
- Anywhere in France
When to transport rather than tow
Towing is fastest over short distances. A low-loader is the better choice in these cases.
Long distance
Beyond 100–150 km a low-loader is safer and often cheaper than towing.
Cannot be towed
Damaged gearbox, axle or steering: the truck travels on its wheels without driving.
Accident damage
Moves to a truck body shop or assessment site, secured around the damage.
Repatriation
Bringing a truck stranded in France back to its home base or dealer.
Buses and coaches
Broken-down or refurbishment moves, planned around the vehicle height.
New and used trucks
Delivery of a purchased tractor unit or rigid with no added mileage.
Price and book your truck transport
Instant estimate for your vehicle, then online booking. The firm price is confirmed by phone before the recovery truck sets off.
1. Estimate the price
Indicative range excluding VAT, based on vehicle, service and time.
Articulated lorry, tractor unit or trailer
Breakdown
- Loading, securing and 300 km on a low-loader (€5–7.50/km)€2,790–€4,140
Route planned around the loaded height (bridges, tunnels). Lower rates on long distances when an empty return is avoided.
On French motorways the approved recovery operator for that section is assigned and sets its own rates above 3.5 t: this estimate covers off-motorway jobs and the onward move once you have left the motorway.
The right trailer for the job
- Low-loader semi-trailer for tractor units, heavy rigids, buses and coaches, with ramps and winch.
- 19–26 t flatbed for light and medium rigids, quicker to dispatch.
- Chains and tensioners on manufacturer lashing points, wheels chocked.
- Route survey: a loaded tractor unit can exceed 4 m in height, so low bridges and tunnels are avoided and abnormal-load rules applied when required.
Example truck transport prices
Indicative ranges from our rate grid, daytime, excluding tolls and Channel crossing, for an unladen vehicle. The firm price depends on dates, access and avoided empty returns.
Tractor unit, Lyon → Calais
Tractor + semi-trailer (44 t) · 750 km
€5,040–€7,520 excl. VAT
Coach, Bordeaux → Paris
Bus or coach · 585 km
€4,610–€6,670 excl. VAT
7.5 t truck, regional move
Light truck 3.5–7.5 t · 120 km
€1,190–€1,550 excl. VAT
Rigid 26 t, Marseille → Lyon
Heavy rigid over 19 t · 315 km
€2,770–€3,900 excl. VAT
Repatriation to the UK or Ireland: the Channel crossing (ferry or tunnel) and any customs formalities are quoted separately on request.
Low-loader rate grid
| Vehicle | Price excl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Light truck 3.5–7.5 tLoading €590–€890 + €3.50–5/km | From €1,190 |
| Rigid truck 7.5–19 tLoading €990–€1,490 + €4.50–6.50/km | From €1,590 |
| Heavy rigid over 19 tLoading €1,190–€1,690 + €5–7/km | From €1,790 |
| Tractor + semi-trailer (44 t)Loading €1,290–€1,890 + €5–7.50/km | From €1,990 |
| Bus or coachLoading €1,390–€1,990 + €5.50–8/km | From €2,190 |
Indicative prices excluding VAT. Nights (7pm–7am), weekends and bank holidays: +50% to +100%. The firm price is confirmed before the recovery truck sets off.
Truck transport from France: FAQ
How much does it cost to move a truck on a low-loader?
A loading and securing fee plus a per-km rate, with a minimum of €1,190 excl. VAT for a light truck and €1,990 for a rigid or tractor unit. Rates drop on long distances when an empty return is avoided. Use the estimator for a price based on distance.
Towing or low-loader: which is better?
Towing suits short distances to a nearby workshop. Beyond roughly 100–150 km, or when the vehicle cannot be towed (damaged gearbox, axle or steering), low-loader transport is safer and often cheaper.
Can you repatriate a truck from France?
Yes, on request: repatriation of trucks and coaches between France and neighbouring countries, including the UK via the Channel ports. Give us the pick-up address, destination, vehicle condition and dimensions.
Other heavy vehicle services
A truck to move? Get your price
Tell us the vehicle, pick-up address and destination: we confirm the equipment, collection date and firm price.
Job coordinated by Uber Dépannage with a suitably equipped heavy recovery operator from our network.
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