Freight Transport from France to Malta: FTL, Groupage & Pallets
Neva Logistics coordinates full truckload (FTL), groupage (LTL) and pallet transport from Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Lille, Bordeaux to Valletta, Birkirkara, Qormi, Mosta, Sliema. From France, trucks cross the Alps through the Fréjus tunnel or follow the coast via Ventimiglia to reach Genoa, where the load boards a ro-ro ferry to Malta. French food and drink, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and building products are typical cargo for Maltese distributors, retailers and the hospitality sector.
Quick answer: Freight from France to Malta with Neva Logistics costs from €280 for one Euro pallet and from €2,580 for a full truckload (excl. VAT). A full truck takes 4–5 business days from Paris to Valletta (≈1,020 km by road to Genoa, then about two days by ro-ro ferry); groupage and pallets take 5–7 days. No customs formalities apply, as both countries are in the EU. For example, 1 Euro pallet from Paris to Valletta starts from €280; 2 pallets from €460; 3 pallets from €605.
Last updated: September 2026 · Prices are indicative and exclude VAT.
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What Cargo We Ship from France to Malta
These are France’s key export sectors and the loads we most often carry on this lane. In Malta we deliver to Valletta and the Grand Harbour area, the industrial estates at Marsa, Ħal Far and Bulebel, and businesses across the island; Gozo is served via the Ċirkewwa–Mġarr ferry. Malta drives on the left and many town centres restrict heavy vehicles, so final delivery is often made by smaller trucks.
Why Ship France → Malta with Us
One team for the whole lane: full trucks, groupage and pallets from France to Malta, with route planning and road charges built into one clear quote.
Direct FTL in 4–5 days
Paris → Genoa ≈1,020 km by road, then the same trailer sails to Malta; 3 days with a double-driver crew.
Groupage from one pallet
From €280 per Euro pallet, 5–7 days. A full truck becomes cheaper than groupage from about 14 pallets.
No customs, simple paperwork
CMR note and invoice; VAT reverse charge. VAT in Malta: 18%.
Ferry legs planned
Genoa–Malta ro-ro ferry — booked and included in the price.
How Much Does Freight from France to Malta Cost and How Long Does It Take?
Prices start at €280 per Euro pallet and €2,580 per full truck (Paris → Valletta, excl. VAT, incl. the Genoa–Malta ferry). On this lane a full truck becomes cheaper than groupage from about 14 pallets.
| Service | Transit Time | Typical Weight/Size | Price from * |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groupage / LTL (1 pallet) | 5–7 business days | 120×80 cm, ≤500 kg | €280 per pallet |
| Groupage / LTL (6 pallets) | 5–7 business days | 6 Euro pallets, ≤3 t | €1,180 |
| Full Truck Load (13.6 m trailer) | 4–5 business days | 24 t / 33 pallets | €2,580 per truck |
| Express FTL (two drivers) | 3 business days | 24 t / 33 pallets | €3,020 per truck |
Pallet rates between major cities: France → Malta
Rates are structured by specific pickup and delivery city. The table covers 25 major city pairs and is prepared for separate 1, 2 and 3 Euro pallet tariffs.
| Route | 1 Euro pallet | 2 Euro pallets | 3 Euro pallets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Valletta | €280 | €460 | €605 |
| Paris → Birkirkara | €290 | €470 | €620 |
| Paris → Qormi | €290 | €470 | €625 |
| Paris → Mosta | €290 | €470 | €625 |
| Paris → Sliema | €290 | €470 | €620 |
| Lyon → Valletta | €295 | €480 | €635 |
| Lyon → Birkirkara | €300 | €490 | €650 |
| Lyon → Qormi | €305 | €495 | €655 |
| Lyon → Mosta | €305 | €495 | €655 |
| Lyon → Sliema | €300 | €490 | €650 |
| Marseille → Valletta | €310 | €505 | €665 |
| Marseille → Birkirkara | €315 | €515 | €680 |
| Marseille → Qormi | €320 | €520 | €685 |
| Marseille → Mosta | €320 | €520 | €685 |
| Marseille → Sliema | €315 | €515 | €680 |
| Lille → Valletta | €290 | €470 | €625 |
| Lille → Birkirkara | €295 | €480 | €635 |
| Lille → Qormi | €300 | €485 | €640 |
| Lille → Mosta | €300 | €485 | €640 |
| Lille → Sliema | €295 | €480 | €635 |
| Bordeaux → Valletta | €315 | €510 | €670 |
| Bordeaux → Birkirkara | €320 | €520 | €685 |
| Bordeaux → Qormi | €325 | €525 | €690 |
| Bordeaux → Mosta | €325 | €525 | €690 |
| Bordeaux → Sliema | €320 | €520 | €685 |
Transit times between main cities
| Route | Road km to Genoa | Ferry | FTL, 1 driver (days) | FTL, 2 drivers (days) | Groupage (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Valletta | ≈1,020 | Genoa–Malta ro-ro | 4–5 | 3 | 5–7 |
| Lyon → Valletta | ≈560 | Genoa–Malta ro-ro | 3–4 | 3 | 4–6 |
At about 1,020 km the road leg needs roughly 15 hours of driving. Under EU driving-time rules (Regulation (EC) No 561/2006) one driver may drive up to 9 hours a day (10 hours twice a week), so a double-driver crew is the way to speed up urgent loads.
* Indicative prices, September 2026, excl. VAT, incl. tolls and ferry. Final price depends on postcodes, weight, loading metres and handling.
Quick pallet price answers: France → Malta
Direct answers for selected major-city routes. The complete table above contains all 25 city combinations and 1, 2 and 3 pallet rates.
How much is a pallet from Paris to Valletta?
1 Euro pallet from Paris to Valletta starts from €280; 2 pallets from €460; 3 pallets from €605. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Lyon to Valletta?
1 Euro pallet from Lyon to Valletta starts from €295; 2 pallets from €480; 3 pallets from €635. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Paris to Birkirkara?
1 Euro pallet from Paris to Birkirkara starts from €290; 2 pallets from €470; 3 pallets from €620. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Marseille to Qormi?
1 Euro pallet from Marseille to Qormi starts from €320; 2 pallets from €520; 3 pallets from €685. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Bordeaux to Sliema?
1 Euro pallet from Bordeaux to Sliema starts from €320; 2 pallets from €520; 3 pallets from €685. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
Which Route Do Trucks Take from France to Malta?
The usual road route runs France → Italy → Malta, via Lyon, Chambery, Turin, Milan, Genoa.
️ Route stages
- Collection in France — Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Lille, Bordeaux; FTL loads go direct, groupage is consolidated at a hub.
- Transit through Italy.
- Sea crossing: Genoa–Malta ro-ro ferry.
- Delivery in Malta — Valletta, Birkirkara, Qormi, Mosta, Sliema and all other postcodes.
Driving bans & road charges
- Traffic restrictions: Seasonal traffic restrictions and national holiday driving bans may affect transit times on this route. These are checked when planning each shipment.
- Road charges: France (péage), Italy (autostrade tolls) — included in our price.
Import Duties & Taxes in Malta
EU single market
Both France and Malta are in the EU customs union: no import duty and no customs declaration. Each load travels with a CMR consignment note and commercial invoice.
VAT & documents
- VAT: reverse charge for B2B supplies; standard rate in Malta 18%
- VAT numbers: check in VIES
- Docs: CMR, commercial invoice, packing list
Liability: international road freight is carried under the CMR Convention, which limits the carrier’s liability to 8.33 SDR per kg of gross weight. For high-value cargo, additional cargo insurance is recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions: France → Malta Shipping
How much does freight from France to Malta cost?
One Euro pallet costs from €280, six pallets from €1,180 and a full truckload from €2,580, excluding VAT. The final price depends on postcodes, weight, loading metres and handling.
How much is a pallet from Paris to Valletta?
1 Euro pallet from Paris to Valletta starts from €280; 2 pallets from €460; 3 pallets from €605. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Lyon to Valletta?
1 Euro pallet from Lyon to Valletta starts from €295; 2 pallets from €480; 3 pallets from €635. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Paris to Birkirkara?
1 Euro pallet from Paris to Birkirkara starts from €290; 2 pallets from €470; 3 pallets from €620. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How long does freight from France to Malta take?
A full truck needs 4–5 business days (3 days with a double-driver crew). Groupage and pallets take 5–7 business days.
How does road freight get from France to Malta?
The truck or trailer drives to an Italian ro-ro port (Genoa) and sails to the Grand Harbour; the sea leg takes about two days. Transit depends on the sailing schedule, so we book the ferry together with the pickup. Unaccompanied trailers are common, and final delivery on the island is often made by smaller trucks.
Which route do trucks take from France to Malta?
The usual route runs France → Italy → Malta and includes Genoa–Malta ro-ro ferry.
Is customs clearance needed between France and Malta?
No. Both countries are in the EU single market; a CMR note and commercial invoice are enough, and VAT is reverse-charged between VAT-registered companies.
What is the VAT rate in Malta?
The standard VAT rate in Malta is 18%. For B2B supplies from another EU country it is reverse-charged by the buyer.
When is a full truck cheaper than groupage from France to Malta?
On this lane a full truck becomes cheaper than groupage from about 14 pallets. Six pallets cost from €1,180 in groupage, a dedicated truck from €2,580.
What cargo is typically shipped from France to Malta?
Mostly aerospace parts, cosmetics, wine and food, pharmaceuticals, automotive, plus general palletised cargo. Main collection points in France: Paris, Lyon, Lille, Marseille, Bordeaux, Strasbourg.
Related Freight Routes
France → Malta: route-specific freight details
Main pickup cities: Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Lille, Bordeaux.
Main delivery cities: Valletta, Birkirkara, Qormi, Mosta, Sliema.
Typical road corridor: The usual road route runs France → Italy → Malta, via Lyon, Chambery, Turin, Milan, Genoa.
Common cargo and industries: ✈️ Aerospace parts | Cosmetics | Wine and food | Pharmaceuticals | Automotive | General palletised cargo | Machinery & industrial equipment
Seasonal and operational planning: Seasonal traffic restrictions and national holiday driving bans may affect transit times on this route. These are checked when planning each shipment.
Recent real quote examples
1. Route: Saint-Émilion → Mosta · Cargo: Wine — 50 cases of 6 bottles · Load: 1 pallet, 300 kg · Service: LTL / pallet · Quoted price: €1085.00 · Quote date: 2026-09-24
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Prepared by the Neva Logistics freight team · Last updated: September 2026
