Barley Freight Cost Calculator
Estimate barley freight cost by truck, rail or barge between any two US points. The calculator converts tons to bushels at 48 lb/bu (45.9 bu per ton) so cost-per-bushel is exact for barley.
Orientation estimate from public USDA benchmark ranges (2026), not a quote. Barge applies to river corridors only. Rail assumes rail access at both ends.
Barley hauling rates by distance
Per metric ton and per bushel (48 lb/bu). Rail shows where a haul is long enough to be viable.
| Distance | Truck $/ton | Truck $/bu | Rail $/ton | Rail $/bu |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 mi | $6.81–12.39 | $0.15–0.27 | — | — |
| 100 mi | $13.63–24.77 | $0.3–0.54 | — | — |
| 200 mi | $27.25–49.55 | $0.59–1.08 | $8.27–14.17 | $0.18–0.31 |
| 300 mi | $40.88–74.32 | $0.89–1.62 | $12.4–21.25 | $0.27–0.46 |
| 500 mi | $68.13–123.87 | $1.48–2.7 | $20.66–35.42 | $0.45–0.77 |
Orientation estimate, not a quote. Truck ≈ $0.11–$0.20/ton-mile, rail ≈ $0.035–$0.060/ton-mile.
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