TRK-DELDestination ChargesNegotiable

Trucking Drayage / Inland Delivery Charge

The charge for transporting a container by truck from the port or rail terminal to the consignee's warehouse or delivery address. Drayage covers the short-haul move between the port and an inland location (often called 'last-mile' delivery in freight pricing).

Per Shipment
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Applies to:
FCLLCLAirRailCourierRoadFBAAs Request
Typical Cost Range
$200$1,200
per move

Port area local drayage: $200-$500 per move. Extended distance or residential delivery: $500-$1,200.

Who Pays?

Shipper (When CIF, DAP)
Consignee (When EXW, FOB)
Negotiability

Negotiable — discuss with your freight forwarder.

Drayage rates are competitive in major port cities. Rates vary significantly by distance from port, fuel prices, and port congestion levels.

Adjustment Frequency

MonthlyWeeklyFixed

Current rate reviewed: per move

Chargeable Unit

per move

Formula / Calculation

Drayage = Base rate per move + fuel surcharge + congestion/wait time + residential/delivery surcharges
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between drayage and trucking?
In freight terminology, drayage specifically refers to short-haul container transport, usually between a port and a rail terminal or warehouse within the same metropolitan area. 'Trucking' is a broader term for any truck transport.