HGV Driver Take Home Pay Calculator 2026/27
- Class 1 HGV driver take home pay
- Class 2 lorry driver salary after tax
- £18 per hour HGV driver monthly pay
- ADR driver take home pay
- Container driver salary after tax
UK HGV Driver Salary After Tax 2026/27
This HGV driver take home pay calculator estimates your monthly net pay from an annual salary or hourly wage.
HGV driver pay can vary depending on licence class, shift pattern, overtime, nights out, agency work, location, experience, container work, ADR work and whether the job is Class 1 or Class 2.
Typical HGV driver salaries often range from around £32,000 to £44,000, while Class 1, ADR, tanker, container and overtime-heavy roles can be higher.
HGV Driver Salary UK 2026/27 – Gross Pay & Estimated Take Home
The table below shows common HGV, lorry and truck driver salary examples with estimated monthly take home pay after Income Tax and National Insurance. Pension, student loan, overtime and tax code can change your exact result.
| Driver Type | Annual Salary / Hourly Example | Estimated Monthly Take Home |
|---|---|---|
| Newly Qualified HGV Driver | £28,000 per year | £1,950 – £2,050 |
| Class 2 HGV / Rigid Lorry Driver | £32,000 per year | £2,150 – £2,275 |
| Typical HGV Driver | £35,000 per year | £2,325 – £2,450 |
| Class 1 HGV Driver | £38,000 per year | £2,500 – £2,650 |
| Container Driver | £40,000 per year | £2,600 – £2,750 |
| ADR Driver | £42,000 per year | £2,725 – £2,875 |
| Tramper / Nights Out Driver | £45,000 per year | £2,850 – £3,050 |
| High Overtime / Specialist HGV Driver | £50,000 per year | £3,100 – £3,300 |
| Senior / High Earning Class 1 Driver | £55,000 per year | £3,350 – £3,600 |
HGV Driver Hourly Rate to Annual Salary
Many HGV jobs are advertised by hourly rate. This table converts common hourly rates into approximate annual salary before tax.
| Hourly Rate | 40 Hours/Week | 45 Hours/Week | 50 Hours/Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| £15/hour | £31,200 | £35,100 | £39,000 |
| £16/hour | £33,280 | £37,440 | £41,600 |
| £17/hour | £35,360 | £39,780 | £44,200 |
| £18/hour | £37,440 | £42,120 | £46,800 |
| £19/hour | £39,520 | £44,460 | £49,400 |
| £20/hour | £41,600 | £46,800 | £52,000 |
| £22/hour | £45,760 | £51,480 | £57,200 |
| £25/hour | £52,000 | £58,500 | £65,000 |
Class 1, Class 2, ADR and Container Driver Pay
Different HGV driving jobs can have very different pay. Class 2 work is often local or multi-drop, while Class 1, container, tanker, ADR, tramping and night work can pay more because of licence requirements, hours, unsociable shifts or specialist loads.
| HGV Job Type | Typical Gross Salary Range | Common Search Intent |
|---|---|---|
| Class 2 HGV Driver | £30,000 – £38,000 | class 2 driver take home pay |
| Class 1 HGV Driver | £38,000 – £48,000+ | class 1 driver salary after tax |
| Container Driver | £38,000 – £50,000+ | container driver take home pay |
| ADR Driver | £34,000 – £48,000+ | adr driver salary after tax |
| Tramper Driver | £40,000 – £55,000+ | tramper driver monthly pay |
| Night HGV Driver | £38,000 – £52,000+ | night hgv driver take home pay |
HGV Driver Take Home Pay – Common Questions
How much does an HGV driver take home per month?
An HGV driver earning £38,000 usually takes home around £2,500–£2,650 per month after Income Tax and National Insurance, before pension or student loan deductions.
How much is £18 per hour after tax for an HGV driver?
At 45 hours per week, £18 per hour is about £42,120 per year. Estimated monthly take home pay is usually around £2,700–£2,900.
What is Class 1 driver take home pay?
Class 1 drivers earning around £38,000–£48,000 may take home roughly £2,500–£3,150 per month, depending on pension, student loan, overtime and tax code.
What is Class 2 driver take home pay?
Class 2 drivers earning around £30,000–£38,000 may take home roughly £2,050–£2,650 per month after tax and National Insurance.
Do HGV drivers pay tax on overtime?
Yes. Overtime is treated as taxable income. If overtime pushes your annual earnings higher, you may pay more Income Tax and National Insurance.
Does this calculator work for ADR drivers?
Yes. Enter your ADR driver annual salary or hourly rate to estimate take home pay after tax, NI, pension and student loan deductions.
Does this calculator work for container drivers?
Yes. The calculator works for container drivers, port drivers and Class 1 drivers doing container work. Add your total annual pay including overtime, nights or weekend premiums.
Popular HGV Driver Salary Examples
£30,000 HGV Driver Salary After Tax
An HGV driver earning £30,000 usually takes home around £2,050–£2,150 per month.
£35,000 HGV Driver Salary After Tax
An HGV driver earning £35,000 usually takes home around £2,325–£2,450 per month.
£40,000 HGV Driver Salary After Tax
An HGV, lorry or truck driver earning £40,000 usually takes home around £2,600–£2,750 per month.
£45,000 HGV Driver Salary After Tax
An HGV driver earning £45,000 usually takes home around £2,850–£3,050 per month.
£50,000 HGV Driver Salary After Tax
An HGV driver earning £50,000 usually takes home around £3,100–£3,300 per month.
What affects HGV driver take home pay?
- Class 1 or Class 2 licence
- Hourly rate or annual salary
- Weekly hours: 40, 45, 48 or 50+ hours
- Overtime, nights and weekend premiums
- Tramping and nights-out allowance
- ADR, tanker, container or specialist work
- Agency or permanent employment
- Workplace pension contributions
- Student loan plan
- Tax code and previous earnings in the tax year