Why can transit time on the southern route fluctuate?

Transit time on the southern route can fluctuate more strongly because, in addition to road transport, the ferry connection across the Caspian Sea also plays a role. This means transit times depend not only on distance and driving time, but also on port handling, ferry departures, ferry availability and weather conditions.

Border clearances, customs checks, transit documents, public holidays, waiting times and coordination with the consignee or customs broker can also influence the total transport duration. Especially for transports to Central Asia, the pure driving distance is not the only decisive factor; the stability of the entire transport chain is equally important.

For this reason, realistic transit-time planning is particularly important for transports via the southern route. GLOBALSPED takes these factors into account when organizing the transport and coordinates route, documents and operational processes with the specific shipment.