Trucking Mileage Calculator
Add your loaded miles, deadhead miles, and total pay. We'll show you your true rate per mile — the number brokers don't want you to do the math on.
- Loaded + deadhead miles in one number
- True rate per mile, not just the headline pay
- Works for OTR, regional, and hot shot loads
- Free, mobile-friendly, no signup required
Most load offers look better than they are. A broker quotes you $2,800 for 1,200 miles and your gut says yes. But you forgot the 250 deadhead miles to get to the pickup. Suddenly that $2.33/mi load is actually a $1.93/mi load — and once fuel hits, you're working for free.
Our mileage calculator does the math instantly. Plug in loaded miles, deadhead miles, and pay. You get rate per mile (loaded only and total), and once you add fuel and expenses you get true net profit per mile.
Built for lease purchase truckers, owner-operators, and hot shot drivers running 3/4-ton, 1-ton, or class 8 trucks. It's the same math whether you're hauling reefer, dry van, flatbed, or hot shot freight on a gooseneck.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a trucking mileage calculator?
A trucking mileage calculator adds your loaded miles and deadhead (empty) miles for a load, then divides the total pay by total miles to give you your true rate per mile. That number — not the headline pay — is what tells you if a load is worth running.
Why do deadhead miles matter so much?
Deadhead miles burn fuel and put wear on your truck without earning a cent. A 1,000-mile load with 300 deadhead miles is really a 1,300-mile load. Ignoring deadhead is the #1 reason owner-operators underestimate cost.
How do I calculate cost per mile for my truck?
Add up all your weekly fixed costs (truck payment, insurance, trailer rent, escrow) and your variable costs (fuel, tolls, maintenance), then divide by the miles you ran that week. Our cost-per-mile calculator does this automatically.
Is this mileage calculator free?
Yes. The core mileage and load profit calculator is completely free with no signup required. A Pro plan ($9.99/mo) is available if you want to save loads, track profit over time, and manage multiple trucks.
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