Choosing the Best Domestic Transportation Solution for Your Business

In this excerpt from our Domestic Freight Shipping Guide, we take a high-level look at how you can choose the best transportation solution for your domestic freight. For a more comprehensive review of these options, dive into the guide here.

There are many factors to consider when choosing the best mode of transport for your domestic freight. To help you weigh your options, let’s review the various methods and best-fit scenarios for each.

Full Truckload (FTL)

• You want a service that is dedicated to your shipment
• You need to schedule specific pickup and delivery appointment times
• You want the efficiency of your freight going straight from origin to destination
• You want the security of limited handling of your freight

Less Than Load (LTL)

• You have less than 10 pallets or 10,000 pallets of freight to ship
• You have a flexible pickup and delivery window
• You need specialized services like residential delivery, white glove service, trade show delivery, etc.
• Your freight can withstand a lot of handling throughout the shipping process

Intermodal

• Your freight is traveling over 500 miles for maximum cost savings
• Your pickup and delivery location is within 100 miles of an intermodal facility
• You have a flexible pickup and delivery window
• You want a transportation solution that has consistent capacity
• You are looking for a more environmentally conscious transportation option

If you still aren’t sure which is the best solution for your needs, connect with a logistics expert to weigh the options against your business’ supply chain needs.