Road Transport Drivers Salary in the UK (2025)
Median Salary
£34,115
per year
Hourly Rate
£16.40
per hour
Mean Salary
£34,241
per year
Salary Range
Road Transport Drivers salaries vary considerably depending on experience, location, specialisation and employer.
10th: £13,34225th: £25,876Median: £34,11575th: £43,34690th: £51,846
Pay Breakdown
| Period | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual (Median) | £34,115 |
| Monthly | £2,843 |
| Fortnightly | £1,312 |
| Weekly | £656 |
| Daily | £131 |
| Hourly | £16.40 |
Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | Monthly | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | £13,342 | £1,112 | Entry level |
| 25th | £25,876 | £2,156 | Below average |
| 50th (Median) | £34,115 | £2,843 | Mid-point |
| 75th | £43,346 | £3,612 | Experienced |
| 90th | £51,846 | £4,321 | Top earners |
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Key Insights
The median annual salary for a Road Transport Drivers in the UK is £34,115, equating to £2,843 per month or £16.40 per hour.
Salaries range from £13,342 at entry level (10th percentile) to £51,846 for the most experienced (90th percentile) — a spread of £38,504.
Road Transport Drivers pays roughly in line with the UK average. The median salary of £34,115 is close to the overall median.
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| Job Title | Median Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical and related process operatives | £34,115 | £16.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Road Transport Drivers salary in the UK?
The median Road Transport Drivers salary in the United Kingdom is £34,115 per year as of 2025, according to ONS data.
How much does a Road Transport Drivers earn per hour?
A Road Transport Drivers earns approximately £16.40 per hour at the median salary level.
What is the monthly pay for a Road Transport Drivers?
A Road Transport Drivers earns approximately £2,843 per month at the median annual salary.
Is Road Transport Drivers a well-paid job in the UK?
Road Transport Drivers pays roughly in line with the UK average. The median salary of £34,115 is close to the overall median.
Where does this salary data come from?
All salary figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE), published under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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