Return loads: Aberdeen to Lincoln
Live loads, distance, drive time and typical rates for the Aberdeen–Lincoln lane. Free to browse, free to contact — no membership.
Live loads on this lane
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Typical rates by vehicle
Estimated market rate bands for 347 miles, based on typical UK cost-per-mile by vehicle class. Actual rates depend on fuel, timing, load type and backload availability.
| Vehicle | Typical rate | Max payload | Pallets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small van | £295 – £416 | 0.8t | 2 |
| Luton / 3.5t | £347 – £503 | 1.2t | 4 |
| 7.5 tonne | £468 – £642 | 2.8t | 10 |
| 18 tonne | £590 – £798 | 9.5t | 14 |
| 26 tonne | £677 – £902 | 15.5t | 18 |
| Artic / 44 tonne | £798 – £1,076 | 27.0t | 26 |
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Aberdeen to Lincoln — FAQs
How far is Aberdeen to Lincoln by road?
Aberdeen to Lincoln is approximately 347 miles by road, with a typical HGV drive time of around 7 hr 33 min, depending on route and traffic.
What is a typical haulage rate from Aberdeen to Lincoln?
For a full artic load, typical rates on this lane are in the region of £798–£1,076. Rates vary with fuel prices, load type, timing and backload availability. Use these figures as guidance, not a quote.
How do I find a backload from Aberdeen to Lincoln?
Browse the live loads on this page, or post your empty vehicle's availability by listing your company free in the Loadmarket directory. Unlike traditional exchanges, Loadmarket charges no membership fee and no commission.
Why do return loads pay less than outbound loads?
A return load fills a journey the vehicle was making anyway, so carriers can accept a lower rate and still improve overall profitability. Shippers get cheaper transport; hauliers cut empty running — typically 25–30% of UK HGV miles are run empty.