Los Angeles, California → Seattle, Washington · 1,135 miles
| Route | Los Angeles, California → Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|
| Distance | 1,135 miles |
| Lane Type | long haul |
| Lane Direction | 📈 Headhaul (higher demand, higher rates) |
| Peak Season | Q4 retail season, Q1 tech launches |
| Active Carriers | ~620 carriers serving this lane |
LA to Seattle is a major West Coast corridor driven by LA port imports moving north to Pacific Northwest distribution centers. The I-5 corridor supports high carrier frequency but Seattle metro congestion adds transit variability.
Book 7-10 days ahead for best rates. Intermodal via BNSF I-5 saves 12-18% at 3-day transit. Backhaul from Seattle is softer — negotiate round-trips.
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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