Route Business (FedEx / Distribution) Valuation Calculator

Logistics and distribution routes are valued on territory growth, contract status, fleet equity, and driver retention.

Low

1.8x SDE

Average

2.5x SDE

High

3.2x SDE

Key Value Drivers

  • FedEx ISP Agreement / Parent contract status
  • Fleet age, maintenance records, and truck equity
  • Driver turnover and manager structure
  • Territory overlap and package density
  • Fuel price hedging and margins

2026 Business Valuation

Free appraisal based on real M&A data

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Estimates based on 2026 M&A data. For informational purposes only.

How Route Valuations Work

Route distribution businesses are prized for recurring cash flow but require active management and fleet maintenance. Scaled routes with managers command premium multiples.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most routes are valued between 2.0x and 3.0x SDE. Fleet value is usually included in this multiple, but a newer fleet will command the higher end of the range.
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Methodology Reviewer

Parth Shitole

Parth Shitole is a financial data modeler specializing in lower-middle M&A transaction valuation. baseline multipliers are verified quarterly against transaction logs from public brokerages.

Verified 2026 M&A Multiples