Shipping from Virginia
Virginia freight rates Shipping freight in and out of Virginia is mostly impacted by the lumber market. During the fall, lumber and Christmas trees in the area tend to raise freight rates. In Norfolk, there is a lot of intermodal freight activity, so shipping freight by rail out of Virginia may be the cheapest option. Virginia LTL freight rates can be more expensive than other regions, especially the rural areas due to low volume. The ease and cost of shipping into or out of Virginia can be heavily based on proximity to major metro areas.
Shipping to Arkansas
Arkansas freight rates Arkansas freight rates, like most Midwest states, are fairly balanced both inbound and outbound. Arkansas is a mid-consumption state with exports such as poultry, beef, metal materials and machinery that make freight shipping easy and regular. LTL freight rates in Arkansas are reasonable, but can be more expensive in the many rural areas. The ease and cost of shipping into or out of Arkansas can be heavily based on proximity to major metro areas.