Road Transport Cheaper Than Rail for Heavy Logistics

The government looked at how much it costs to move things by road and by train.

They found that for heavy stuff, using special trucks is actually cheaper than trains, especially when you consider getting things right to where they need to go.

Trains are usually cheaper for long distances, but not always.

The point where it becomes cheaper to use trains instead of trucks is around 600 km.

But trucks often win because they deliver right to your door, are easier to manage, and work better for certain goods.

The cost of moving goods in India takes up about 8% of the country's money.