Boston to New York Freight Rates & Lane Guide (2024)

Boston, Massachusetts → New York, New York · 215 miles

Last verified: March 31, 2026 Source: DAT Freight & Analytics

Current Rate Benchmarks

FTL Dry Van

$4.50

Range: $3.50–$5.80/mile

Before fuel surcharge (~22% FSC)

LTL (Class 70)

$48.00

Range: $NaN–$NaN/cwt

Before fuel surcharge

FTL Transit Time

1 day

215 mile corridor

Standard single-driver service

Fuel Surcharge

22%

Applied to linehaul rate

Source: EIA weekly diesel avg

Lane Profile

Route	Boston, Massachusetts → New York, New York
Distance	215 miles
Lane Type	regional
Lane Direction	⚖️ Balanced (strong bi-directional demand)
Peak Season	Q4 holiday season, Q1 academic
Active Carriers	~390 carriers serving this lane

Market Context & Analysis

Boston to New York is a high-density Northeast corridor connecting two of the East Coast's most congested freight markets. Short distance but high per-mile rates due to urban delivery complexity, tolls, and driver shortages in the Northeast.

Shipper Tips for This Lane

Urban delivery surcharges apply in both Boston and Manhattan — budget 15-20% extra for last-mile. LTL is efficient with next-day service available. Toll costs on I-95 are significant.

How to Calculate Total FTL Cost

The all-in FTL cost for this lane is calculated as:

All-in cost estimate: 215 miles × $4.50/mile = $968 base + fuel surcharge (~22%) = ~$9,890 all-in

This estimate excludes accessorial charges (liftgate, inside delivery, residential surcharges, detention, and driver layover). Use our landed cost calculator for a comprehensive total cost of ownership.

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