Freight shipping services
Learn freight shipping basics and get instructions for calculating freight costs. Explore FedEx Freight less-than-truckload (LTL) and FedEx air freight shipping services. Find tools to make freight shipping easier.
See how fast you can ship using economy and expedited freight shipping.
Save 70% on FedEx Freight shipping just by opening an account.*
Save time and improve tracking capabilities when you create freight labels online. Available for domestic LTL and air freight shipments only. Learn more about creating freight labels online.
If your shipment requires a paper Bill of Lading, or if you prefer to use a Bill of Lading instead of creating a label online, you can download a form.
Get a freight quote with our freight shipping cost calculators.
Check for last-minute savings on your FedEx air freight shipping.
For shipments under 250 lbs.,
use FedEx® Great Rates Hotline.
For international shipments over 250 lbs.,
use FedEx MyQuote.
What is freight?
Any shipment over 150 lbs. is considered freight. Freight shipping is the transportation of goods, commodities and cargo in bulk by ship, aircraft, truck or intermodal via train and road. It can be transported domestically or internationally by land, air or sea.
What freight services are available?
Benefits of shipping freight with FedEx
Big shipments require dedicated expertise. UPS doesn’t even offer direct LTL (less-than-truckload) shipping, but we can help you lower costs by bundling your standard parcel and freight shipments. Plus, you can:
Get visibility for your large multiple-pallet shipments. With automatic pallet-level tracking, each skid has a unique tracking number.
Simplify your freight with our nationwide network of couriers. There’s no need to use multiple carriers as you go from region to region.
Get unparalleled speed and a wide variety of special handling options for your critical, refrigerated and hazmat shipments.
Ship domestic LTL freight fast, without a paper Bill of Lading
Want to simplify your freight shipping process? Do away with the Bill of Lading. Create domestic freight labels online faster and more efficiently. FedEx Freight is the first and only nationwide LTL carrier to offer domestic shipping without a paper Bill of Lading.
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How to calculate freight shipping costs
Learn to estimate how much shipping will cost based on freight class, destination, transit times and shipment size. You can also find tools to calculate freight shipping rates for your shipment.
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When to consider multiweight instead of freight
Multiweight is rating logic that automatically compares the total cost of sending multiple shipments versus treating all the packages as a single shipment. Then it automatically applies the lower price. You can’t use multiweight pricing with freight, but it might be a good replacement if the cost is lower or you don’t want to palletize or set aside space to stage shipments. It’s also a good choice if your destination doesn’t have a lift-gate or dock. Find out if multiweight is right for you.
How to ship freight
From start to finish, get step-by-step
instructions for:
Packing your shipment
Estimating your freight classification
Choosing a freight service
Creating a freight shipping label online or as a paper Bill of Lading
Scheduling a pickup
Tracking your freight shipments and more
Need help with freight shipping?
To learn more about freight shipping, contact your FedEx account executive. If you don’t have one, that’s okay. Set up a call with one of our sales support experts to help with your freight shipping needs.
Find your FedEx Air Freight Center with a few clicks
Need to schedule an air freight drop off? Use our FedEx Global Air Freight Locator app to see local FedEx Air Freight Centers. A simple search will show you locations within 50 miles.
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How to pack freight
Have questions about recommended boxes, dimensions or pallet requirements? Looking to make sure your freight shipments arrive safely? Find packaging tips and instructions for packing and shipping large items.
How to schedule a freight pickup
We know dropping off heavy items is just not convenient. Schedule an easy pickup that fits your timing needs. We have experts that can help. Get step-by-step instructions for scheduling LTL and FedEx air freight pickups.
Get flat-rate freight shipping with no classification**
The FedEx Freight® box is an easy way to send shipments under 1,200 lbs. There’s no need to classify your shipments, and you get predictable pricing, easy packing and added security.
Freight shipping FAQ
What can be shipped via freight?
Just about any product you can think of can be shipped via freight with a few exceptions. There are restrictions on hazardous items like aerosols and fireworks, valuables such as jewels, and perishables like meat and frozen goods. You should also check international shipping restrictions if you’re sending products overseas.
What's the difference between parcel and freight?
Parcels are your everyday shipments that weigh less than 150 lbs. Anything heavier than that needs to be shipped as freight.
Which type of freight shipping is right for me?
The method of freight shipping you should choose depends on how quickly you need it delivered. If you need something delivered quickly, you should choose an air freight option. If you have a little more time, you should choose a LTL shipping option. Compare all types of freight shipping options with FedEx.
What is freight forwarding?
Freight forwarding organizes the transport of goods directly from a manufacturer to the final distribution point. Freight forwarders don’t do the transporting – they’re logistical experts who arrange domestic and international cargo transports with a freight carrier. Freight forwarding is available via air, sea, road, and rail. We offer a freight forwarding service to help you transport your cargo from one destination to the next.
*Applies to FXF PZONE and FXF EZONE rate customers only. All services are subject to the terms and conditions of the FedEx Freight 100 Rules Tariff. The discount applies to eligible FedEx Freight Priority and FedEx Freight Economy shipments within the contiguous U.S., shipments between the U.S. and Canada, and also includes shipments to Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico for the U.S. portion of the move. FedEx shipping discounts are off standard list rates and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Discounts are exclusive of any FedEx surcharges, premiums, minimums, accessorial charges or special handling fees. Customers with current pricing and/or non-U.S., non-Canada-based billing addresses are not eligible for the discount.
**Flat rates based on zone pricing. Find rates and zone information. Rates are subject to the General Rate Increase (GRI), and all accessorial charges in the FedEx Freight 100 Rules Tariff will apply. Exception: Item 404 (absolute minimum charge) will not apply as the FedEx Freight box is not discountable. Pricing is subject to the standard FedEx Freight 100 fuel surcharge. Use of the FedEx Freight box will supersede any negotiated pricing. Maximum liability is $7.50 per lb. Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Canada and Mexico are not covered by FedEx Freight box rates. Hazardous materials are prohibited. Maximum weight allowed for each freight box is 1,200 lbs.