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Flatbed & Dry Van Freight from Vancouver to Los Angeles: Lane Breakdown & Border Tips
- Logistics Road
- Apr 20
- 1 min read
The Vancouver to Los Angeles freight lane is a key West Coast shipping route for companies moving goods from Canada into the U.S. This lane is ideal for flatbed freight, general dry van loads, e-commerce shipments, and industrial materials.
At Logistics Road, we run this lane with both dedicated and spot coverage, offering fast, reliable transit across the border with full compliance and proactive tracking.
What Freight Moves on This Lane?
Steel and building materials
E-commerce fulfillment freight
Industrial parts and machinery
Furniture and appliances
Automotive shipments
Recommended Equipment
1. Flatbed
Perfect for construction, steel, and oversized goods
Includes tarps, straps, and securement
Step-decks and conestogas available
2. Dry Van
Great for palletized goods, retail, packaged freight
Sealed trailers with full tracking
53’ air ride trailers available daily
Customs & Border Tips
Ensure accurate BOL and Commercial Invoice
Use a broker that pre-clears loads before arrival
We provide bonded carrier service and real-time customs status updates
Allow 1–2 hours buffer at border for high-traffic days
Typical Transit Time
2–3 days total, including customs
Overnight dispatch available from Vancouver
Optional stop-off points in Oregon or Northern California
Why Use Logistics Road?
BC-based with U.S. operations
Experience in cross-border flatbed & dry van
Real-time load tracking
Competitive FTL and LTL pricing
Direct contact with dispatch — no middlemen
Final Word
This lane is high-volume, high-value — but only when run by a carrier that understands both border timing and local drop logistics in LA.
Ship smarter from Vancouver to Los Angeles
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