Important Note: All salary figures shown below are average market ranges. Truck driver pay varies by region, employer, transport segment, and local cost-of-living inside each EU country.
Net pay explanation: Net salary refers to the gross wage minus social security contributions and income tax, plus daily allowances (per diem). Allowance systems and wage components differ significantly across EU countries.
1) Truck Driver Salary in Germany
Typical gross range: €2,614 – €3,614 (median approx. €3,100/month).
Local distribution drivers usually fall at the lower end, while long-distance drivers earn more due to supplements. Special segments such as ADR, car transport, or heavy haulage often exceed the upper quartile.
Source: Market & job portal data, employer surveys.
2) Allowances / Per Diem in Germany
From 8 hours: €14
24 hours: €28
Arrival/departure day: €14
For regular overnight stays in the truck cabin, additional flat rates are common (often €8 per night).
Source: German Ministry of Finance, official travel allowance tables.
3) Netherlands – Typical Wages & Allowances
Gross: usually €2,200 – €4,000, median approx. €2,550–3,000.
Well-structured supplement systems depending on work area (night, weekend, international routes).
Source: NL job portals, industry reports.
4) France – Driver Salary & Per Diem
Median gross: approx. €1,590 – €1,703.
Special segments (e.g., ADR) can be higher; regional differences are significant.
Source: French labour market portals.
5) Poland – Domestic & EU International Work
Typical international net pay: 8,000–14,000 PLN per month (special transports may be higher).
Large differences depending on employer, route type, allowance system, and whether EU international transport is performed.
Source: Polish job markets & driver feedback.
6) Spain – Market Overview
Gross: approx. €1,800 – €3,000.
Strong regional variations; metropolitan areas & special transport pay the highest wages.
Source: ES labour portals.
7) What Determines the Actual Net Income?
- Daily allowance levels per route
- Night / weekend / holiday supplements
- Hourly vs. fixed payment structures
- ADR / special qualifications
- Route structure (domestic / international)
8) Comparison – Condensed Overview
Germany: €2,614–3,614 gross; per diem €14/€28
Netherlands: €2,200–4,000
France: ~€1,600–1,700
Poland: 8,000–14,000 PLN net
Spain: €1,800–3,000