What is a depot?


A depot is a transport provider’s storage or drop-off facility where goods can be delivered to or collected from. Using a depot can often make your freight transport more flexible and cost-effective, as it may reduce the distance a driver needs to travel to complete the job.

Some providers offer door-to-door services, while others may provide depot-to-depot or a combination of both.

Do all providers have depots?


We have a network of over 8,000 accredited transport providers on Truckit.net. These range from large transport companies with multiple depots across Australia to small businesses and owner drivers who may not have any depots available.


This means:

  • Some quotes will have depot options available.

  • Others (especially with smaller providers) may only offer door-to-door services.

How do I request depot-to-depot quotes?


If you only want depot-to-depot transport, we recommend clearly stating this in your listing.

You can also:

  • Allow providers to quote for both door-to-door and depot-to-depot if you’re open to either option.

  • Once you start receiving quotes, you can message providers directly to ask if they have a depot option available. Learn how to message providers here »

How do I know if a quote is depot-to-depot or door-to-door?

When you receive a quote, look for the “Service Level” section on the quote details.

  • If the provider is offering door-to-door transport, this will be shown under Service Level.

  • If they offer depot-to-depot transport, this will also be clearly displayed under Service Level.

(See example images below)


Depot to depot:


Door to door:

Which categories commonly have depot-to-depot options?


Depot-to-depot transport is most commonly available in the following categories:

  • Car Transport

  • Pallet Transport

These categories are often included in our Instant Quotes system ».

Where are the depots located?


Depot locations vary depending on the provider you choose. Truckit.net itself does not own depots — they are managed by individual transport providers in our network.


When you receive quotes, you can:

  • Ask the provider where their closest depot is to you.

  • Compare depot options to see if it helps reduce your transport cost.