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 Mississippi
Mississippi freight rates Mississippi freight rates are higher in the summer months, especially outbound freight shipping, due to the agriculture and produce markets. When produce comes into season, trucks can be hard to find. A better time for shipping freight to Mississippi is during the summer. Mississippi has some under-populated areas that make LTL prices average to high in the state. The ease and cost of shipping into or out of Mississippi can be heavily based on proximity to major metro areas.
