Standard LTL

2-7 business days

Cost-Effective Multiple Stops

Expedited LTL

1-3 business days

Faster Transit Priority Service

Freight Class

50
55
60
65
70
77.5
85
92.5
100
110
125
150
175
200
250
300
400
500

Additional Factors

Shipment Information

Total Distance
-- miles
Transit Time
-- days
Terminal Stops
--

Shipment Timeline

Pickup
Terminal
In Transit
Delivery

Terminal Stops

Weather conditions may affect transit time
Terminal processing and transfer times included

LTL Shipping Guide (2024)

Service Types

  • Standard LTL:
    • Cost-effective shipping option
    • Multiple terminal stops
    • 2-7 business day transit
  • Expedited LTL:
    • Faster transit times
    • Priority handling
    • 1-3 business day transit

Transit Time Factors

  • Distance:
    • Miles between terminals
    • Number of zones crossed
    • Regional service areas
  • Terminal Operations:
    • Processing time
    • Cross-dock operations
    • Consolidation schedules

Freight Classes

  • Class Factors:
    • Density
    • Handling requirements
    • Value and liability
  • Special Handling:
    • Liftgate service
    • Residential delivery
    • Notification requirements

Additional Services

  • Tracking: Real-time shipment tracking
  • Notifications: Delivery status updates
  • Documentation: BOL and POD services