Shipping from Massachusetts
Massachusetts freight rates Massachusetts truckload rates tend to be higher going into the state than leaving it. The state is high consumption, so numerous goods need to be transported into the state - this decreases outbound freight rates due to a high availability of outbound trucks. Massachusetts has three major ports, the Boston location is one of the biggest in the U.S. Access to these ports and a major rail line make intermodal freight rates a great option. LTL freight is high in volume in the area so great LTL freight prices can be found easily. The ease and cost of shipping into or out of Massachusetts can be heavily based on proximity to major metro areas.
Shipping to Kentucky
Kentucky freight rates Shipping freight into Kentucky is generally cheaper than shipping freight out of the state. Kentucky has a very large automobile assembly industry, which can lead to a higher demand for power units coming out of the state. LTL freight shipping in Kentucky can be higher than other locations if shipping to or out of a rural destination. However, the central location of the state makes freight rates affordable. The ease and cost of shipping into or out of Kentucky can be heavily based on proximity to major metro areas.