How much does it cost to hire a driver for the day?

With QikTruck you hire the vehicle and driver together, priced per trip. Local trips start at R450 with a mini van and R550 with a 1 ton bakkie, driver included. A full day of deliveries typically costs R1 500 to R3 000 depending on vehicle size and distance.

Why driver plus vehicle beats hiring separately

Hiring a standalone driver means you still need a vehicle, fuel, insurance and something to do when they are idle. A per-trip price bundles all of it: the driver arrives with the right size vehicle, fuel is included, and goods-in-transit cover is on every trip.

For businesses, multi-stop bookings put a driver and vehicle on your deliveries for the day without employment overhead: no payroll, no vehicle maintenance, no idle time.

Typical day rates by vehicle

• Mini van day of deliveries: R1 500 to R2 200.
• 1 ton bakkie: R1 600 to R2 500.
• 1.5 ton truck: R2 000 to R3 000.
• 4 ton truck: from R2 800, quoted per route and stops.

Related Questions

Can I hire just a driver without a vehicle?

Not on QikTruck. The driver always comes with a vetted, insured vehicle, which is what keeps trips deposit-free and covered. If you need loading hands only, add helpers to a trip instead.

Are helpers included when I hire a driver?

The driver assists with loading and offloading. For heavy furniture or stairs, add dedicated helpers at booking; the price per helper shows in your quote.

Can a business book a driver every day?

Yes. Business accounts run recurring multi-stop bookings with consolidated invoicing. Get a business quote to lock in your routes.

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