In the U.S. drayage trucking industry, costs are complex and influenced by multiple factors such as distance, time, vehicle type, urgency, region, and special conditions. Below are the most common fees:
Basic Shipping Rates
The fundamental cost of trucking services, usually excluding chassis rental.Fuel Surcharge
An additional charge applied when international fuel prices rise, compensating for increased operational costs.Frame Fee (Chassis Fee)
Charged on a daily basis, typically with a minimum of three days. The average rate is around $50 per day.Withholding Fee (Pre-pull Fee)
Fee for picking up containers early from a terminal or rail yard, generally around $300.Storage Fee
Applied when using the trucking company’s yard for storage, usually charged per container per day, averaging about $100.Withdraw the Frame Fee from Another Place
Additional cost when a chassis must be pulled from a location outside the terminal, usually exceeding $150.Port Waiting Fees & Warehouse Waiting Fees
Charged when drivers wait at the port or warehouse. Costs apply per hour after exceeding a set free time.Drop/Pick Fee
Fee for situations requiring the driver to make two trips to the warehouse, essentially doubling trucking charges.Three-Axis Frame Fee
Extra charge for using a tri-axle chassis to legally accommodate heavy cargo.Peak Season Surcharge (PSS)
A seasonal fee applied when resources are tight, typically around $250.Toll (for Road/Bridge)
Charged for using special toll roads or bridges.Delivery Fee for Residential Areas
Extra charge for deliveries to residential locations, usually around $300.Layover
Fee for exceeding the driver’s legal working hours (11 hours), generally around $500.Deadhead Fee
Cost incurred when a driver travels without successfully picking up a container.Rush Order Fee
Additional fee for urgent shipments, usually around $200.
