Drayage Services

What Is Drayage and Why It Matters

Drayage refers to the short-haul movement of freight, typically containers, between ports, rail ramps, warehouses, and distribution centers. It’s the critical first and last mile in intermodal shipping that determines whether your cargo transitions smoothly between ocean carriers, rail, and final ground transportation.

When drayage isn’t executed efficiently:

  • Shipments can miss vessel or train connections
  • Port congestion charges increase costs
  • Storage fees erode profit margins
  • Supply chain timelines slip

Crestlane Global’s drayage services solve these challenges by ensuring:

  • Quick turn times at terminals
  • Priority handling with trusted local carriers
  • Real-time coordination with truckers and terminals

Our Drayage Capabilities

Port to Rail Drayage

We handle container transfers between coastal gateways and intermodal rail yards, enabling faster inland transport and reduced cross-country transit times.

  • Seamless coordination with Class I rail partners 
  • Optimized rail ramp delivery windows 
  • Lowered dwell charges and storage risk

Whether your inventory is bound for DCs or cross-dock facilities, our drayage services ensure predictable delivery windows and complete visibility into every move.

  • Synchronized trucking resources
  • Early notification of arrival and delivery ETA
  • White-glove handling for sensitive loads

Our intermodal drayage connects ports, rail ramps, and highway freight through an optimized, multimodal transportation system.

  • Integrated port–rail–truck strategies
  • Efficient container transitions
  • Cost savings through mode optimization

Our carrier network, combined with regional drayage specialists, means less waiting, fewer hidden fees, and better execution.Crestlane Global provides drayage support at all major U.S. port hubs, including but not limited to:

  • Port of Los Angeles & Long Beach
  • Port of New York & New Jersey
  • Port of Savannah
  • Port of Houston
  • Port of Seattle/Tacoma
  • Port of Charleston

Why Shippers Choose Crestlane Global

At our core, we’re built on a foundation of American logistics reliability. Shippers partnering with Crestlane Global leverage:

1. Advanced Real-Time Visibility

Know where your containers are, from port gate to final delivery, through integrated tracking and communication.

2. 24/7 Drayage Support

Shifting tides, terminal closures, and port delays won’t slow you down. Our operations team is live around the clock, managing exceptions and keeping freight moving.

3. Predictable Transit Performance

With optimized drayage routing and freight sequencing, we help you:

  • Reduce container dwell time
  • Capture lower equipment costs
  • Avoid port storage penalties

4. Compliance and Documentation Expertise

We handle all drayage-related paperwork, including:

  • Intermodal documentation
  • Customs release status
  • Terminal receipts and gate passes

The Crestlane Advantage: Scale + Precision

Unlike local drayage brokers, Crestlane Global integrates drayage into a comprehensive freight strategy:

  • Drayage combined with full truckload and LTL pickup
  • Intermodal gateways linked with long-haul networks
  • Optimization across modes and carriers

This approach drives efficiency, cost savings, and reliability for U.S. and global shippers of all sizes.

Industries We Serve With Drayage

We tailor drayage execution to industry needs, including: (Icons)

Retail & E-Commerce Fulfillment

Food & Beverage (Refrigerated Drayage)

Manufacturing and Heavy Equipment

Agriculture & Produce

Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)

Import/Export Freight Operations

Ready to Streamline Your Drayage?

Crestlane Global’s drayage solutions bring speed, visibility, and accountability to your supply chain.

Whether you require competitive port moves, consistent rail ramp transfers, or integrated multimodal planning, we deliver results.

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