Service
Cross Docking
Cross docking moves inbound freight directly to outbound trailers, consolidating or deconsolidating without putting product into storage.
Key specs at a glance
- Dwell time
- Under 24 hours typical
- Services
- Sort, restack, reconfigure, relabel
When to use cross docking
- Consolidating multiple suppliers
- Deconsolidating imports
- Trailer-to-trailer transfers
What it costs and what drives the rate
Rates on cross docking move with lane balance, fuel, seasonality, and how much notice you give. Freight booked three or more days out consistently prices lower than same-day coverage on the same lane. Accessorials such as liftgate, driver assist, detention, and tarping are quoted separately, and we list them on the rate confirmation rather than surprising you on the invoice.
The fastest way to a firm number is a complete freight description: origin and destination ZIP, commodity, weight, dimensions or pallet count, and the pickup window.
Frequently asked questions
How is cross docking different from warehousing?
Cross docking is a transfer with hours of dwell; warehousing is storage measured in weeks or months.
Can you restack damaged pallets?
Yes, restacking and repalletizing are standard cross-dock services.
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Get a cross docking quote
Send us the lane, commodity, weight, and pickup window. You will get a firm rate and confirmed capacity, usually within the hour during business hours.