Freight Shipping
Freight Shipping Rates
Some of the shipping services we offer when transporting your automobile may be familiar to you. A-1 Auto Transport offers various services that aren't limited to cars or specific types of equipment. Freight shipping is the term for this type of transport. During the shipping procedure, there are no size or weight restrictions.
Providence Freight Shipping Cost & Time To Ship
To / From Providence, RI | Distance | Cost | Estimated Time In Transit |
Providence, RI To Bridgeport, CT | 119 miles | $214.20 - $261.8 | 1 - 3 Days |
Rio Rancho, NM To Providence, RI | 2209 miles | $3,976.20 - $4859.8 | 6 - 8 Days |
Providence, RI To New Orleans, LA | 1491 miles | $2,683.80 - $3280.2 | 4 - 6 Days |
Southaven, MS To Providence, RI | 1290 miles | $2,322.00 - $2838 | 4 - 6 Days |
Providence, RI To Hamilton, NJ | 244 miles | $439.20 - $536.8 | 1 - 3 Days |
South Burlington, VT To Providence, RI | 263 miles | $473.40 - $578.6 | 1 - 3 Days |
Providence, RI To Moore, OK | 1661 miles | $2,989.80 - $3654.2 | 5 - 7 Days |
Columbia, SC To Providence, RI | 883 miles | $1,589.40 - $1942.6 | 3 - 5 Days |
Providence, RI To Shreveport, LA | 1600 miles | $2,880.00 - $3520 | 4 - 6 Days |
El Paso, TX To Providence, RI | 2370 miles | $4,266.00 - $5214 | 6 - 8 Days |
*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and what type of vehicle you are shipping.
How Much Does Freight Shipping Cost?
Ultimately, the rate you pay is entirely determined by your circumstances. The following are only a few factors to consider:
- Demand and Supply: If the number of new drivers on the market gradually decreases, supply is in short supply. As a result, prices continue to rise in comparison to past years. Moreover, if more goods are ready for shipment than vehicles available to deliver them, demand may cause prices to rise.
- Emergency Shipping: Transporting a last-minute freight is expensive due to the urgency required. If at all financially viable, plan your shipments ahead of time.
- Distance Covered: The further your freight must go, the more it will cost; therefore, ensure it has a better rate-per-mile (RPM).
- Poor Weather Conditions: When bad weather strikes, shippers with urgent shipments have far fewer options. This typically leads to price increases.
Providence, Rhode Island Freight Transport Services
Some of the different freight shipping options available in Providence, Rhode Island, include:
- Less Than Truckload: This is a common freight delivery method since it is cost-effective, dependable, and quick. LTL freight shipping allows companies to combine their freight with that of other companies, saving them money on the expense of utilizing a full truckload.
- Full Truckload Freight: This kind of freight shipping is best for items that require a lot of space or special handling, as well as items that need to arrive sooner.
- Ocean Freight: Ocean freight is the most cost-effective way of transporting products to other countries. You have the option of choosing between FCL and LCL freight shipping.
- Intermodal Rail Freight: Considering Canada's and the United States' impressive rail systems, rail freight can be conveyed to almost every region in North America.
FTL Freight Shipping
If your company regularly ships enough goods to fill an entire truck, full truckload shipping may be the best option for you. In the whole truckload shipping concept, only one carrier can transport the goods. In contrast to the LTL freight shipment model, in which multiple shippers' packages share a single truck, this mode of transport ensures exclusive use of a given route for a single consignment. However, unlike LTL shipments, which are made in multiple trips, FTL shipments make only one trip and arrive at their destination far more quickly. In the FTL transport mode, packages are less likely to go missing or be destroyed.
A-1 Auto Transport FTL shipping service is quite affordable and may be the best alternative if you're on a tight budget. The safety and security of your shipment are a top priority, and our staff has the expertise to make that happen.
LTL Freight Shipping
LTL, which stands for "less than truckload," is a method of shipping freight utilized when the quantity of cargo transported does not necessitate the utilization of a full trailer. When shipping LTL, the shipper is responsible for paying for the proportion of a standard truck trailer occupied by their shipment while other shippers fill the remaining space in the trailer. LTL shipping is the most cost-effective option for companies that carry less than 15,000 pounds of freight annually and do not need a full trailer.
- Additional service options
- Reduces costs
- Increases security
- Perfect for small businesses
Our company, A-1 Auto Transport, is committed to facilitating the LTL service for our customers. Also, we have the connections to find the most cost-effective way to transport your goods thanks to our extensive carrier partnership network.
Neighborhood Areas We Serve
Our auto transport services are proud to help with your move in any of the neighborhoods you see below. And if you don't see your neighborhood listed here, don't worry because we can most likely service it.
Franklin | Wayland | Cumberland |
Cranston | Chepachet | Raynham |
Mansfield | Bellingham | Manton |
Foxborough | Warwick | Harmony |
Greenville | Elmhurst | Blackstone |
Talk to Us
Contact us at 1-888-230-9116 to speak with a customer service representative and learn more about our offer. We will also provide you with a FREE QUOTE to get you started.