Freight Shipping from Mesa to Salt Lake City
Ship freight from Mesa, AZ to Salt Lake City, UT with FMCSA-verified carriers. FTL from $1,419-$1,749, LTL from $563-$961. No hidden fees, no re-bills.
Distance
660 mi
Drive Time
12 hrs
FTL Rate Est.
$1,419-$1,749
LTL Rate Est.
$563-$961
Mesa to Salt Lake City Freight Corridor
Mesa's freight identity is shaped by Boeing's Apache helicopter plant and the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, which has evolved from a former military airbase into a commercial and cargo hub. The city's growing medical device cluster, anchored by Dexcom and other manufacturers, generates high-value, temperature-sensitive shipments. First Solar's manufacturing operations add steady flatbed demand for oversized panel shipments.
Salt Lake City is the Intermountain West's primary logistics gateway, sitting at the junction of I-15 and I-80 — the only major east-west corridor between Denver and the West Coast. The Bingham Canyon copper mine, the world's largest open-pit mine, generates heavy-haul mining equipment and concentrate freight. Silicon Slopes tech companies along the I-15 corridor from Provo to Ogden create a growing base of e-commerce and electronics shipments requiring fast, reliable service.
The Mesa-to-Salt Lake City corridor spans 660 miles via US-60 (Superstition Freeway), Loop 202, I-15, I-80. This lane connects aerospace mro and technology manufacturing freight from the Mesa market to technology (silicon slopes) and mining & minerals demand in Salt Lake City. Carriers running this route regularly maintain competitive rates through strong backhaul availability in both directions.
What Ships from Mesa
Mesa's economy is driven by aerospace mro, technology manufacturing, medical devices, generating consistent outbound freight demand.
refurbished aircraft engines
medical devices
solar panels
processed foods
electronic assemblies
aerospace tooling
What Salt Lake City Receives
Salt Lake City's technology (silicon slopes), mining & minerals, aerospace & defense sectors drive strong inbound freight demand from markets like Mesa.
consumer goods
building materials
raw minerals
vehicles
fuel products
retail merchandise
Recommended Equipment
Based on the commodities moving between Mesa and Salt Lake City, 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.
$1,419-$1,749 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.
$1,881-$2,409 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.
$563-$961 estimated for this lane
Rate Estimates by Shipping Mode
Estimated rates for the Mesa to Salt Lake City lane (660 miles). Actual rates depend on commodity, weight, season, and equipment.
| Mode | Rate Estimate | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| FTL (Full Truckload) | $1,419-$1,749 | 12 hrs |
| LTL (Less Than Truckload) | $563-$961 | 14-16 days |
| Expedited / Hot Shot | $2,145-$2,970 | 8 hrs |
Major Shippers on This Corridor
Key freight generators in both Mesa and Salt Lake City that drive volume on this lane.
Boeing Mesa (Apache helicopter)
Banner Health
Dexcom
Rio Tinto Kennecott (Bingham Canyon Mine)
L3Harris Technologies
Overstock.com
Shipping Tips for Mesa to Salt Lake City
Mesa Seasonal Advisory
Spring training baseball season (February-March) creates a temporary spike in event-related freight. Medical device shipments maintain steady year-round volume with a slight uptick in Q4 as hospitals spend remaining budgets.
Salt Lake City Seasonal Advisory
Ski season (November-April) drives hospitality and recreation freight to resort towns. Mining operations run year-round but production peaks in dry summer months. Construction activity slows during harsh winter months but the region's growth means it never truly stops.
Overnight Transit
This 660-mile route typically requires one overnight stop for a solo driver. Schedule pickup before noon for next-day delivery in most cases.
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.
Mesa to Salt Lake City Freight FAQs
How much does it cost to ship freight from Mesa to Salt Lake City?
Full truckload (FTL) rates from Mesa, AZ to Salt Lake City, UT currently range from $1,419-$1,749 for a standard dry van load over the 660-mile route. LTL shipments typically cost $563-$961 depending on freight class, weight, and dimensions. Request a custom quote for exact pricing based on your specific shipment details.
How long does freight take from Mesa to Salt Lake City?
Standard FTL transit from Mesa to Salt Lake City is approximately 12 hrs by truck over 660 miles. 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 Mesa to Salt Lake City freight?
Equipment choice depends on your commodity. Mesa commonly ships refurbished aircraft engines, medical devices, solar panels, which typically moves in standard dry van trailers. Salt Lake City commonly receives consumer goods, building materials, raw minerals. Our team matches you with the right equipment type for your specific freight.
Is there good backhaul from Salt Lake City to Mesa?
Yes. Salt Lake City is a strong outbound market shipping copper & minerals, electronics, outdoor recreation equipment. Carriers returning from Salt Lake City to Mesa can pick up backhaul loads, which often means competitive rates on the Mesa-to-Salt Lake City lane since carriers factor in round-trip economics.
What commodities move from Mesa to Salt Lake City?
The Mesa-to-Salt Lake City corridor handles a diverse freight mix. Mesa's top outbound commodities include refurbished aircraft engines, medical devices, solar panels, processed foods, electronic assemblies, aerospace tooling. Salt Lake City's primary inbound freight includes consumer goods, building materials, raw minerals, vehicles, fuel products, retail merchandise. Industries driving this lane include aerospace MRO and technology manufacturing from Mesa and technology (Silicon Slopes) and mining & minerals in Salt Lake City.
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