Los Angeles–Long Beach–Anaheim metro → New York–Newark–Jersey City metro · 2,800 miles
| Route | Los Angeles, California → New York, New York |
|---|---|
| Distance | 2,800 miles |
| Lane Type | cross country |
| Lane Direction | 📈 Headhaul (higher demand, higher rates) |
| Peak Season | Q3–Q4 holiday import season (Aug–Dec) |
| Active Carriers | ~900 carriers serving this lane |
The LA–NYC transcontinental lane is the longest major freight corridor in the contiguous US. It carries a heavy mix of consumer imports and retail replenishment freight. Team driver service adds $400–700 to linehaul cost but cuts transit to 3 days. Intermodal is the dominant mode for non-urgent freight, saving 20–30% over OTR at 5-day transit.
Intermodal via BNSF/UP is highly competitive on this lane at 5-day transit. OTR team service recommended for high-value or time-critical freight. NYC delivery surcharges ($150–300) apply. Plan for 5-7 day booking lead time in Q4.
The following carriers maintain regular capacity on the Los Angeles–New York corridor:
The all-in FTL cost for this lane is calculated as:
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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