Drayage in Los Angeles
Container drayage at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach — pickup, delivery, pre-pulls, and chassis management
Container Drayage at the Ports of LA and Long Beach
The Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach together form the busiest container port complex in North America, handling over 17 million TEUs annually. Getting your containers off the terminal and to their destination quickly is critical — and that's where American Global Freights' drayage services come in.
Based in Glendale, California, about 45–60 minutes from both ports by truck, AGF coordinates every move. Our drayage partners handle container pickup, delivery, pre-pulls, empty returns, and chassis management — all coordinated with clearance through our licensed customs brokers for smooth port-to-warehouse movement.
Our proactive approach to demurrage and detention management helps keep your costs predictable and your cargo moving.
Drayage Services We Provide
Full-service container drayage for import and export shipments
Import Drayage
Pickup of loaded containers from Port of LA or Long Beach terminals and delivery to your warehouse, distribution center, or transload facility.
Export Drayage
Pickup of loaded containers from your facility and delivery to the designated port terminal for outbound ocean freight shipments.
Pre-Pull Services
Early container pickup from the terminal to a staging yard to avoid demurrage, secure favorable appointment slots, or meet tight delivery timelines.
Empty Container Returns
Return of empty containers to the designated container depot or chassis pool after unloading, including coordination of return locations.
Chassis Management
Coordination of pool chassis, merchant chassis, and premium chassis to match your container size and delivery requirements.
Overweight Container Handling
Specialized handling for overweight containers requiring permits, transloading, or weight redistribution before over-the-road delivery.
Terminals We Serve
AGF arranges drayage through our partners at all major container terminals across the Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach, including:
Port of Los Angeles
- APM Terminals
- Everport Terminal Services (ETS)
- TraPac
- West Basin Container Terminal (WBCT)
- Yusen Terminals (YTI)
Port of Long Beach
- Long Beach Container Terminal (LBCT)
- Pacific Container Terminal (PCT)
- SSA Marine (Pier A, Pier C)
- Total Terminals International (TTI)
- ITS (International Transportation Service)
Why Choose AGF for LA Port Drayage
Located Near Both Ports
Our Glendale headquarters is about 45–60 minutes from the port complex by truck, close enough to coordinate drayage closely and respond quickly.
Integrated with Customs Clearance
AGF coordinates our licensed customs brokers and our drayage partners together — so your container moves as soon as it clears customs.
Proactive Demurrage Management
We monitor vessel arrivals, track container availability, and secure terminal appointments early to minimize demurrage and detention charges.
Full-Service Freight Forwarder
Drayage is one piece of our end-to-end service. We also handle ocean freight, customs clearance, warehousing, and ground transportation nationwide.
Transparent Drayage Quotes
Our drayage quotes build in the standard charges, such as fuel, and list what depends on events — wait time, extra chassis days, demurrage, detention, and storage — so the quote is the number you plan with.
Reliable Carrier Network
We work with vetted, licensed drayage carriers who meet our standards for equipment condition, driver reliability, and on-time performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is drayage at the Port of Los Angeles?
How much does drayage from the Port of LA cost?
What is a pre-pull and when do I need one?
Does AGF handle both import and export drayage?
How can I avoid demurrage and detention fees at the Port of LA?
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Transparent drayage quotes at the Ports of LA and Long Beach through our vetted drayage partners. Call +1 (818) 220-8800.
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