Seattle–Tacoma–Bellevue metro → Los Angeles–Long Beach–Anaheim metro · 1,140 miles
| Route | Seattle, Washington → Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|
| Distance | 1,140 miles |
| Lane Type | regional |
| Lane Direction | 📈 Headhaul (higher demand, higher rates) |
| Peak Season | Q3 Pacific Northwest produce season (Jul–Sep) |
| Active Carriers | ~520 carriers serving this lane |
Seattle to LA is the Pacific Coast's primary north-south corridor. The Port of Seattle/Tacoma handles significant Asia-Pacific imports. Fresh produce (Washington apples, cherries, potatoes) drives seasonal reefer demand in Q3. Technology hardware from Seattle-area manufacturers flows southbound regularly.
Reefer service commands a $0.30–0.50/mile premium over dry van on this lane. Port Hueneme in Ventura County handles automotive/produce; consider as LA-area alternative if congestion is a factor.
The following carriers maintain regular capacity on the Seattle–Los Angeles 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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