Transportation
Line Haul
Transport of goods over long distances between cities or major hubs, typically via trucks, rail, or air.
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Updated 2025-10-01
Definition
Line haul represents the main segment of freight transport, excluding last-mile delivery, and focuses on cost efficiency and transit speed.
Overview
Overview
Line-haul operations connect regional hubs and distribution centers, forming the backbone of freight networks.
Benefits
- Efficient long-distance transport
- Economies of scale
- Optimized routing
Example
A trucking company moves pallets of goods from a regional warehouse in Chicago to a hub in New York for further distribution.
Tags
#Line Haul#Transportation#Freight#Logistics#Long-Distance Shipping
Related Terms
Last-Mile Delivery
Freight Forwarding
Load Tendering
