What is the cost per cubic yard of concrete delivery in Riverview NB?

Ready-mix concrete delivery in Riverview, NB runs approximately $190 to $240 per cubic yard for standard air-entrained residential mix (25 to 32 MPa), based on 2025-2026 pricing from NB ready-mix suppliers. Riverview is served by ready-mix plants in the greater Moncton area, so you have access to a competitive market with multiple suppliers.

The price per cubic yard varies based on several factors. Mix specification is the primary variable — basic 25 MPa air-entrained mix for a driveway or patio is at the lower end of the range. Bump up to 32 MPa (recommended for driveways and any concrete in coastal-influenced areas of greater Moncton), high-early-strength mix, or fibre-reinforced mix, and prices increase by $15 to $40 per yard. Adding fibres (polypropylene or steel) typically adds $15 to $50 per yard depending on fibre type and dosage.

Order size has a major impact on effective cost. Ready-mix trucks in NB carry 8 to 10 cubic yards. When you order a full or near-full truck, the per-yard price is at its most competitive. For smaller orders — under 3 to 4 cubic yards — most NB suppliers charge a short load surcharge of $75 to $150. If you need only 2 cubic yards for a small patio or sidewalk section, factor in that surcharge — your effective cost per yard could be $240 to $315 rather than $190 to $240. For very small pours in Riverview, it sometimes makes sense to combine your pour with a neighbouring project, or to plan a slightly larger section to avoid the short load penalty.

Delivery is typically included in the per-yard price for reasonable distances within the Moncton-Riverview-Dieppe market. If you are in an outlying area of Albert County or if the site requires a long wait time (the truck idles while you place the concrete), additional charges may apply. Most plants allow a standard 5 to 7 minutes per cubic yard for placement — for a 5-yard pour, that is 25 to 35 minutes. Overtime standby charges typically run $2 to $4 per minute.

One cubic yard of concrete covers approximately:

• 80 square feet at 4 inches thick


• 65 square feet at 5 inches thick


• 55 square feet at 6 inches thick

For a typical Riverview driveway project or patio, your contractor will calculate the required volume and order from local suppliers. If you are pricing a project yourself, add 10% to your volume calculation for waste, spillage, and to ensure you have enough to finish without running short — running out mid-pour is a serious problem that forces a cold joint and weakens the slab.