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Reefer Freight Rates in California

Current per-mile reefer freight rates for loads in, out of, and through California (CA). Baseline reefer rates run around $2.35/mile and flex with lane distance, fuel, season, and capacity around Los Angeles and Oakland.

Sample reefer rates from California

LaneMilesMarket range$/mile
Intra-CA (regional)50$374 – $484$2.77
CA → TX1,646$2,928 – $3,793$2.02
CA → IL2,103$3,740 – $4,845$2.02
CA → GA2,562$4,557 – $5,903$2.02
CA → FL2,857$5,081 – $6,582$2.02

Sample rates only. Use the calculator for an exact reefer rate on your lane.

Top California reefer freight hubs

Los Angeles, CA
Oakland, CA
Stockton, CA
Fontana, CA
San Diego, CA

What drives reefer rates in California

California reefer freight rates move with lane distance, fuel, seasonality, and capacity balance. Typical reefer loads in California include produce, meat and seafood, dairy. Shippers using reefer equipment out of Los Angeles usually price at or near the $2.35/mile national baseline, adjusted for the specific lane.

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