- How much does it cost to transport a horse from the Netherlands to France?
- There is no single fixed rate. Across the transport requests move.horse has tracked, a typical trip from the Netherlands to France covers about 918 km. At around 12 L of diesel per 100 km and roughly €1.70 per litre, fuel alone for that distance comes to about €187. A real quote also covers the driver's time, tolls, insurance, loading and the return leg, so the final figure is higher and depends on your dates, the number of horses and how far the carrier has to travel to reach you. Submitting a free request is the only way to see what carriers actually charge for your route.
- How is horse transport priced per kilometre?
- Most carriers quote a rate per kilometre with a minimum charge for short trips, because loading, paperwork and the empty return leg cost the same whether the journey is 50 km or 500 km. The per-kilometre rate usually falls as distance grows. Sharing a truck with other horses on the same route is cheaper than a private trip, while a dedicated single-horse transport costs the most.
- How long does the journey usually take?
- Requests from the Netherlands to France on move.horse average about 9.3 hours of driving. That is pure driving time — carriers add mandatory rest stops, and horses on long journeys need regular breaks for water and rest, so plan for a longer total than the driving figure suggests.
- How many transporters will respond to my request?
- Requests from the Netherlands to France are matched with about 1.9 transporters on average, across the 11 requests tracked here. You choose who to reply to — there is no obligation to accept any offer.
- Does move.horse charge a commission?
- No. move.horse charges no commission and no platform fee, to either side. You contact the transport company directly and pay them directly, so the price you agree is the price the carrier actually charges.
- What documents does my horse need to cross the border?
- Every horse needs a valid equine passport. Cross-border journeys generally require health documentation, and commercial transport requires an authorised transporter. Requirements change, so confirm the current rules with your carrier before departure.
