What is LTL freight shipping, and when should I use it?

Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is designed for freight that does not require an entire trailer. Multiple shipments share trailer space, allowing each shipper to pay for the capacity their freight uses. LTL is commonly used for palletized or packaged freight that is too large for parcel shipping but does not require a full truckload. Averitt provides regional LTL freight service along with nationwide and cross-border options for businesses with recurring or occasional shipping needs.

Is Averitt an asset-based LTL carrier?

Yes. Averitt operates an asset-based LTL network supported by professional drivers, company equipment, service centers, and transportation facilities across our direct-service footprint. Our network is designed to provide reliable pickup and delivery service, shipment visibility, and consistent customer support. Outside our direct-service network, Averitt works with established partner carriers to extend LTL coverage throughout North America. Explore Averitt's LTL markets and local service capabilities.

Where does Averitt provide LTL freight service?

Averitt provides direct LTL service across a broad network of markets, with particular strength throughout the South and surrounding regions. Through our North America network, we also provide LTL coverage throughout the United States and cross-border service to Canada and Mexico. Visit our LTL Market Directory to explore local Averitt service markets, or learn more about our North America LTL services.

Does Averitt offer guaranteed and expedited LTL shipping?

Yes. Averitt offers guaranteed and expedited LTL services for shipments that require additional speed or delivery precision. Guaranteed options include delivery by noon or by 5 p.m. within published standard transit times where available. For shipments that require a more customized time-critical solution, Averitt's expedited team can develop service around your specific delivery requirements.

What specialized LTL services does Averitt offer?

Averitt offers specialized LTL solutions for freight and delivery requirements that go beyond standard dock-to-dock service. Options include Final Mile and residential delivery, white glove services, pool distribution, liftgate service, and customized transportation solutions. Whether you need residential delivery, consolidation and distribution, specialized handling, or a unique pickup and delivery strategy, our team can help build an LTL solution around your operation.

Can Averitt ship LTL freight to Canada and Mexico?

Yes. Averitt provides North America LTL service throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Our network combines Averitt's asset-based service with established carrier partners and cross-border expertise to help manage freight moving between countries. Averitt can also help coordinate documentation, customs requirements, and additional transportation services for more complex cross-border supply chains.

How can I quote, book, track, and manage LTL shipments with Averitt?

Averitt customers can use our online tools to request rates, schedule pickups, track freight, retrieve shipment documents, and manage LTL shipments. You can also call 1-800-AVERITT (283-7488) for assistance from our team. For businesses using multiple LTL carriers, Averitt Connect provides a multi-carrier transportation management system for comparing rates, booking shipments, printing shipping documents, and tracking freight through one platform.

Can Averitt connect LTL shipping with other supply chain services?

Yes. LTL can be combined with Averitt's Truckload, Dedicated, Distribution & Fulfillment, and Integrated & Global Logistics capabilities to support more of your supply chain through one transportation and logistics partner. That could mean connecting inbound freight with warehousing and fulfillment, combining LTL and Truckload transportation, coordinating cross-border or international freight, or building a customized solution around multiple transportation modes. That's The Power of One.

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LTL Freight Shipping Services Backed by Dependable, On-Time Performance

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For more than fifty years, Averitt has delivered award winning LTL services to shippers in and out of the South and throughout North America. From retailers to manufacturers, we partner with shippers of every industry to help them achieve and exceed their logistics objectives. Backed by our dense network of more than eighty five state of the art service centers and vetted partner carriers across the U. S, Canada and Mexico. Wherever your freight is going, you can always count on Averitt LTL to deliver industry leading service when it comes to on time standard and expedited LTL service, low claims ratios, and billing accuracy. From point to point, your freight is in the hands of the industry's most professional drivers that are trained to represent the image of your brand as they do our own. Driving safely in the industry's most modern trucks and trailers that are equipped with the latest technologies that are designed to protect our assets and yours. And when it comes to peace of mind, you'll rest easy knowing that your shipments are monitored around the clock from one centralized national call center by our twenty fourseven customer support team. Whether it's a need for one shipment, freight consolidation, or pool distribution across multiple states or borders, our LTL services are always customized to meet your unique needs. You'll quickly learn why Averitt has won more Quest for Quality awards than any other carrier in the South, all with the simplicity of just one contact, one invoice, and zero worries. That's the power of one.

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For more than 50 years, Averitt has helped shippers simplify and strengthen their supply chains. Our LTL freight shipping services are designed to save you time and money—offering the flexibility, reliability, and on-time performance your business depends on. From standard and regional LTL shipments to guaranteed and expedited delivery, Averitt keeps your freight moving efficiently and cost-effectively across North America.

Professionalism comes standard. Our uniformed drivers deliver with care, using clean, well-maintained equipment that reflects your brand as well as ours. We treat your customers as our own, representing your company with pride at every pickup and delivery.

Shipping should never be a challenge. Averitt makes it simple with fast onboarding for new customers, quick LTL freight quotes, and easy online or phone scheduling for shipments and pickups. Whether you need next-day or specialized LTL freight solutions, our team will tailor the right service to balance your time, cost, and performance goals.

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WHY SHIP WITH AVERITT?

There are many reasons to use Averitt for your LTL shipping needs. Shippers rank us #1 in LTL service quality.

We excel at meeting industry needs.

We also offer much more than LTL services. We can help you at every point of your supply chain. We offer the power of an asset-based company with the planning of a 3PL. Our distribution facilities and drivers give you capacity when and where you need it. We can help you import from Shanghai and deliver to any location. No matter what your need is, we can help.

You can count on the best customer service. Unlike many motor carriers and shipping companies, you are our focus. From delivery to customer service, we value your experience. Our team is available 24 hours a day to assist you. We also employ bilingual associates for international shipping. Our support center uses geographic routing. This means you will speak with the same people on every call.

You have access to our online tools. Our website is 100% mobile. You can book, track, and manage your truckload and LTL shipments while on the go. Got a TMS? Our data feeds will integrate. Averitt web services include XML and EDI.

Shipping with Averitt is simple. No matter how many LTL shipments or different services you use, it's easy. From beginning to end, Averitt is your one-stop supply chain solutions source. That means:

One Partner. Endless Possibilities.
That's The Power Of One!

Regional LTL Coverage

As the top LTL company in the South, our capacity and service is second to none. We employ more than 8,500 drivers and associates. Backed by 99% on-time expedited LTL services, your freight shipments are in good hands.

Full North America Coverage

No matter where your LTL freight is destined, Averitt has you covered. Our North America LTL services offer full coverage of the U.S., Canada and Mexico with unbeatable shipping rates. Coast to coast or across the borders, freight shipping with Averitt is easy.

Expedited & Guaranteed LTL

When time is of the essence, Averitt's expedited and guaranteed LTL services will keep your operations moving without delay. With a 99% and above on-time performance, our team is dedicated to ensuring your freight arrives without delay.

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Shopping for shipping rates? Averitt Connect is our private-label, multicarrier Transportation Management System that allows you to:

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struggling with multiple carriers rate quotes and tracking sites now it's never been easier to take control of your ltl and volume shipping needs thanks to averitt connect averitt connect is an online transportation management solution that lets you control your shipping process directly with your carriers it gives you quick access to multiple rates from ltl carriers throughout the us then lets you book and track your shipments through one easy to use online portal dramatically streamlining your freight process no more tracking multiple logins and passwords keeping endless quotes on hand just in case or having to manually manage exceptions and most importantly no more middleman is just you and your carriers with averitt connect carriers provide their own independent rates without seeing what others have offered this ensures you're getting the kind of unbiased information that lets you make the best decision for your business averitt connect is a true direct to carrier tms that will transform your freight process with tools that let you quote coordinate and track all your shipments with all your carriers all on one system and it's available for free from averitt express so visit averittconnect.com today and get started and discover just how simple shipping can be

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What is LTL freight shipping, and when should I use it?

Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is designed for freight that does not require an entire trailer. Multiple shipments share trailer space, allowing each shipper to pay for the capacity their freight uses. LTL is commonly used for palletized or packaged freight that is too large for parcel shipping but does not require a full truckload.

Averitt provides regional LTL freight service along with nationwide and cross-border options for businesses with recurring or occasional shipping needs.
Is Averitt an asset-based LTL carrier?

Yes. Averitt operates an asset-based LTL network supported by professional drivers, company equipment, service centers, and transportation facilities across our direct-service footprint. Our network is designed to provide reliable pickup and delivery service, shipment visibility, and consistent customer support.

Outside our direct-service network, Averitt works with established partner carriers to extend LTL coverage throughout North America. Explore Averitt's LTL markets and local service capabilities.
Where does Averitt provide LTL freight service?

Averitt provides direct LTL service across a broad network of markets, with particular strength throughout the South and surrounding regions. Through our North America network, we also provide LTL coverage throughout the United States and cross-border service to Canada and Mexico.

Visit our LTL Market Directory to explore local Averitt service markets, or learn more about our North America LTL services.
Does Averitt offer guaranteed and expedited LTL shipping?

Yes. Averitt offers guaranteed and expedited LTL services for shipments that require additional speed or delivery precision. Guaranteed options include delivery by noon or by 5 p.m. within published standard transit times where available.

For shipments that require a more customized time-critical solution, Averitt's expedited team can develop service around your specific delivery requirements.
What specialized LTL services does Averitt offer?

Averitt offers specialized LTL solutions for freight and delivery requirements that go beyond standard dock-to-dock service. Options include Final Mile and residential delivery, white glove services, pool distribution, liftgate service, and customized transportation solutions.

Whether you need residential delivery, consolidation and distribution, specialized handling, or a unique pickup and delivery strategy, our team can help build an LTL solution around your operation.
Can Averitt ship LTL freight to Canada and Mexico?

Yes. Averitt provides North America LTL service throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Our network combines Averitt's asset-based service with established carrier partners and cross-border expertise to help manage freight moving between countries.

Averitt can also help coordinate documentation, customs requirements, and additional transportation services for more complex cross-border supply chains.
How can I quote, book, track, and manage LTL shipments with Averitt?

Averitt customers can use our online tools to request rates, schedule pickups, track freight, retrieve shipment documents, and manage LTL shipments. You can also call 1-800-AVERITT (283-7488) for assistance from our team.

For businesses using multiple LTL carriers, Averitt Connect provides a multi-carrier transportation management system for comparing rates, booking shipments, printing shipping documents, and tracking freight through one platform.
Can Averitt connect LTL shipping with other supply chain services?

Yes. LTL can be combined with Averitt's Truckload, Dedicated, Distribution & Fulfillment, and Integrated & Global Logistics capabilities to support more of your supply chain through one transportation and logistics partner.

That could mean connecting inbound freight with warehousing and fulfillment, combining LTL and Truckload transportation, coordinating cross-border or international freight, or building a customized solution around multiple transportation modes. That's The Power of One.

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