Freight Shipping from Long Beach to Riverside
Ship freight from Long Beach, CA to Riverside, CA with FMCSA-verified carriers. FTL from $133-$164, LTL from $234-$453. No hidden fees, no re-bills.
Distance
62 mi
Drive Time
1 hrs
FTL Rate Est.
$133-$164
LTL Rate Est.
$234-$453
Energy & Chemicals Route
Long Beach → Riverside Lane Market Snapshot
Active Carriers
164–187
running this lane
Weekly Loads
88–104
typical volume
Rate / Mile
$2.17–$2.67
dry van spot
Backhaul Score
65/100
Moderate
Steady carrier availability year-round. Expect stable pricing with 5-8% swings during seasonal peaks.
Toll Estimate
$1–$2 one-way passing through CA. 1 typical fuel stop along the corridor.
Book For Best Rates
Best pickup days: Tue, Wed, Thu. Avoid: Sun, Fri PM, Mon AM. Mid-week pickups on this lane typically price 6-11% below weekend-adjacent bookings.
Long Beach to Riverside Freight Corridor
The Port of Long Beach, paired with the adjacent Port of Los Angeles, forms the San Pedro Bay complex that handles nearly half of all US maritime imports. Long Beach itself has invested billions in on-dock rail infrastructure, allowing containers to move directly from ship to train without a truck dray, though the majority still leave by truck on the notoriously congested I-710. The city's zero-emission truck mandates are reshaping drayage economics as carriers invest in electric and hydrogen-powered equipment.
The Inland Empire, centered on Riverside and San Bernardino, has quietly become the largest warehouse market in the world. Over 700 million square feet of distribution space absorbs the container avalanche from the LA/Long Beach ports and repackages it for cross-country shipment. Amazon alone operates more than 20 fulfillment and sort centers here. The World Logistics Center in Moreno Valley, at 40 million square feet, is one of the largest distribution developments ever built.
The Long Beach-to-Riverside corridor spans 62 miles via I-710, I-405, I-10, I-15. This lane connects port operations and oil & petrochemicals freight from the Long Beach market to warehousing & distribution and e-commerce fulfillment demand in Riverside. Carriers running this route regularly maintain competitive rates through strong backhaul availability in both directions.
What Ships from Long Beach
Long Beach's economy is driven by port operations, oil & petrochemicals, aerospace, generating consistent outbound freight demand.
transloaded imports
petroleum products
recycled materials
aerospace components
machinery
cotton exports
What Riverside Receives
Riverside's warehousing & distribution, e-commerce fulfillment, food processing sectors drive strong inbound freight demand from markets like Long Beach.
containerized imports (from LA/LB ports)
raw materials
food ingredients
packaging
retail merchandise
automotive parts
Recommended Equipment
Based on the commodities moving between Long Beach and Riverside, these equipment types best serve this corridor.
Dry Van (FTL)
Ideal for palletized consumer goods, electronics, packaged foods, and general merchandise. Enclosed protection from weather and theft.
$133-$164 estimated for this lane
Flatbed
Best for steel, lumber, machinery, building materials, and oversized loads that cannot be palletized or loaded through standard dock doors.
$177-$226 estimated for this lane
Tanker / Hazmat
Specialized equipment for liquid chemicals, petroleum products, and hazardous materials. Requires hazmat-endorsed drivers and placarding compliance.
$195-$264 estimated for this lane
LTL (Less Than Truckload)
Cost-effective for shipments under 10,000 lbs or fewer than 10 pallets. Shared trailer space with other shippers reduces cost for smaller loads.
$234-$453 estimated for this lane
Rate Estimates by Shipping Mode
Estimated rates for the Long Beach to Riverside lane (62 miles). Actual rates depend on commodity, weight, season, and equipment.
| Mode | Rate Estimate | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| FTL (Full Truckload) | $133-$164 | 1 hrs |
| LTL (Less Than Truckload) | $234-$453 | 3-5 days |
| Expedited / Hot Shot | $202-$279 | 1 hrs |
Major Shippers on This Corridor
Key freight generators in both Long Beach and Riverside that drive volume on this lane.
Virgin Orbit
Boeing C-17 (closed 2015, still parts)
Epson America
Amazon (20+ facilities in IE)
Ross Stores DC
Skechers Distribution
Shipping Tips for Long Beach to Riverside
Long Beach Seasonal Advisory
Peak import season runs August through November for holiday retail. The "blank sailing" period during Chinese New Year (January-February) creates a 3-4 week dip before the spring restocking wave.
Riverside Seasonal Advisory
E-commerce fulfillment drives a dramatic October-December peak, with Amazon facilities running 24/7. January-February is the slowest period as retailers clear holiday inventory rather than shipping new product.
Same-Day Delivery Possible
At 62 miles, a single driver can complete this route within a standard driving window. Expedited same-day service is available for time-critical shipments at a premium.
Book Early for Best Rates
Spot market rates fluctuate daily. Booking 3-5 days in advance typically saves 10-15% compared to same-day or next-day freight requests. For recurring shipments, ask about contract rates.
Logistics Infrastructure
How freight actually flows in and out of Long Beach and Riverside — the warehouses, rail terminals, and highway spines that shape rates on this lane.
Origin
Long Beach, CA
- Metro Population
- 475K city
- Avg Outbound Rate
- $2.40-$2.80/mi
- Key Highways
- I-710, I-405, SR-47
- Rail / Intermodal
- Pier B On-Dock Rail (UP/BNSF); ITS Terminal; TTI Terminal
- Port Access
- Port of Long Beach (0 mi)
- Warehouse Districts
- North Long Beach, Carson/Dominguez, Signal Hill
“Long Beach's Clean Truck Program now requires all drayage trucks entering the port to meet 2010 or newer emission standards. The upcoming zero-emission mandate is already driving smaller drayage operators out of the market, concentrating volume with larger, better-capitalized fleets.”
Destination
Riverside, CA
- Metro Population
- 4.6M metro (Inland Empire)
- Avg Outbound Rate
- $2.30-$2.65/mi
- Key Highways
- I-10, I-15, SR-60
- Rail / Intermodal
- BNSF San Bernardino Intermodal; UP Colton Yard
- Warehouse Districts
- Ontario/Rancho Cucamonga, Moreno Valley (World Logistics Center), Perris/Menifee
“Inland Empire outbound rates are consistently 10-15% lower than LA proper because there is such a massive supply of freight. Carriers who reposition from LA to the IE can often find loads faster and with less downtime, even at slightly lower per-mile rates.”
Return Loads from Riverside
Backhaul from Riverside to Long Beach requires planning. Carriers often reposition via intermediate markets, impacting forward pricing.
Top Backhaul Commodities from Riverside
Seasonal Rate Patterns
Oct-Dec (retail peak)
+15-22% on dry van, book 2+ weeks out
Jul (auto shutdown)
-8-12% available capacity, predictable
Mar-Oct (construction season)
+8-14% on flatbed
Long Beach to Riverside Freight FAQs
How much does it cost to ship freight from Long Beach to Riverside?
Full truckload (FTL) rates from Long Beach, CA to Riverside, CA currently range $133-$164 (roughly $2.17-$2.67 per mile over 62 miles). LTL shipments typically cost $234-$453 depending on freight class, weight, and dimensions. Capacity is currently balanced on this corridor, so booking 3-5 days out locks in the best pricing. Request a custom quote for exact rates.
How long does freight take from Long Beach to Riverside?
Standard FTL transit from Long Beach to Riverside is approximately 1 hrs by truck over 62 miles, with 1 typical fuel stop along the corridor. LTL shipments add 2-4 business days due to terminal transfers. Expedited service with team drivers can reduce FTL transit by up to 40%.
What equipment do I need for Long Beach to Riverside freight?
Equipment choice depends on your commodity. Long Beach commonly ships transloaded imports, petroleum products, recycled materials, which typically moves in standard dry van trailers. Riverside commonly receives containerized imports (from LA/LB ports), raw materials, food ingredients. Our team matches you with the right equipment type for your specific freight.
Is there good backhaul from Riverside to Long Beach?
Moderate backhaul (scored 65/100 based on Riverside's outbound commodity mix). Backhaul from Riverside to Long Beach requires planning. Carriers often reposition via intermediate markets, impacting forward pricing. Riverside's top outbound commodities — redistributed consumer goods, e-commerce parcels, processed foods — are the most common return-load categories carriers target.
What commodities move from Long Beach to Riverside?
The Long Beach-to-Riverside corridor handles a diverse freight mix — freight brokers often call this the Energy & Chemicals Route. Long Beach's top outbound commodities include transloaded imports, petroleum products, recycled materials, aerospace components, machinery, cotton exports. Riverside's primary inbound freight includes containerized imports (from LA/LB ports), raw materials, food ingredients, packaging, retail merchandise, automotive parts. Industries driving this lane include port operations and oil & petrochemicals from Long Beach and warehousing & distribution and e-commerce fulfillment in Riverside.
When are rates highest on the Long Beach to Riverside lane?
This lane's rate cycle is tied to port operations and oil & petrochemicals cycles. Key periods: Oct-Dec (retail peak) (+15-22% on dry van, book 2+ weeks out); Jul (auto shutdown) (-8-12% available capacity, predictable); Mar-Oct (construction season) (+8-14% on flatbed). For the lowest spot rates, ship mid-week (Tue, Wed, Thu) and avoid Sun, Fri PM, Mon AM pickups when possible.
Can freight from Long Beach to Riverside be delivered same-day?
Yes. At 62 miles (1 hrs driving), a single driver can complete the Long Beach-to-Riverside lane in one shift. Same-day delivery requires booking before 9 AM local time at origin and confirming dock availability at destination. Expedited service runs 1 hours with priority handling.
Get Exact Rates for Long Beach to Riverside
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