Return loads: Portsmouth to Inverness
Live loads, distance, drive time and typical rates for the Portsmouth–Inverness lane. Free to browse, free to contact — no membership.
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Typical rates by vehicle
Estimated market rate bands for 596 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 | £507 – £715 | 0.8t | 2 |
| Luton / 3.5t | £596 – £864 | 1.2t | 4 |
| 7.5 tonne | £805 – £1,103 | 2.8t | 10 |
| 18 tonne | £1,013 – £1,371 | 9.5t | 14 |
| 26 tonne | £1,162 – £1,550 | 15.5t | 18 |
| Artic / 44 tonne | £1,371 – £1,848 | 27.0t | 26 |
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Portsmouth to Inverness — FAQs
How far is Portsmouth to Inverness by road?
Portsmouth to Inverness is approximately 596 miles by road, with a typical HGV drive time of around 12 hr 57 min, depending on route and traffic.
What is a typical haulage rate from Portsmouth to Inverness?
For a full artic load, typical rates on this lane are in the region of £1,371–£1,848. 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 Portsmouth to Inverness?
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.