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Cross-border shipping

Washington–Canada
Freight Shipping

Pallet, dry van LTL and full truckload shipping between Washington State and Canada, in both directions. Seattle-area pickup and delivery, with connections to Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto and other Canadian destinations.

  • Cross-border LTL through our fleet and carrier network
  • Bonded in Canada and the USA
  • PIP certified

Washington to Canada

Freight collected across Seattle, Tacoma and throughout Washington, delivered to Canadian businesses. Freight is brought together at our Seattle terminal for Moto’s scheduled consolidations north, or moves through our carrier network. We compare suitable options around your shipment, budget and delivery date.

Canada to Washington

LTL and truckload shipping from Canada to Seattle and destinations across Washington State. Pickup, border arrangements and final delivery coordinated around your shipment.

Pallet & LTL shipping

One pallet or several, without reserving a whole trailer. We combine suitable shipments and confirm the transportation around their size, weight, handling requirements and destination.

Full truckload shipping

A dedicated trailer for freight that needs the space, specific handling or a schedule of its own. Equipment, pickup and delivery timing are quoted for the shipment.

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How the freight moves

Seattle pickup. Canadian connections.

Our Seattle terminal handles local freight across the Puget Sound region. Northbound transportation depends on the freight available and the next suitable service.

Direct consolidation to Canada
When there’s enough compatible freight, shipments are consolidated at our Seattle terminal for a direct northbound move. We confirm the departure and the Canadian delivery arrangements before booking.
Connection with our California linehaul
Freight can also be collected by our California linehaul as it travels north through the Pacific Northwest. Pickup timing and available trailer space determine which departure fits.
A dedicated truck when needed
A larger shipment, specific handling requirements or a firm delivery date may call for full truckload. We compare suitable options rather than making your freight wait for a consolidation that doesn’t fit the job.

Local pickup, terminal handling, time before departure and final delivery all affect the full timeline. Send both addresses, your ready date and when the freight needs to arrive.

Shipping from Canada to Washington? Southbound routing and departure options are confirmed separately for your shipment.

Where your freight is handled

Local connections. Both sides of the border.

Seattle, WA
1075 Andover Park E
Seattle, WA 98188 Our Seattle terminal handles local freight for Seattle-area businesses, suppliers and warehouses. Northbound shipments are brought together here for a direct consolidation to Canada when the volume supports it, or for collection by our California linehaul. Shipping from elsewhere in the Puget Sound region or further out in Washington? Send the ZIP code, loading requirements and receiving hours with your quote request and we’ll confirm the service and any additional connections.
Portland, OR
13811 NE Airport Way
Portland, OR 97230 Our Oregon terminal, on the same southbound run. Local freight for Portland is handled here, and northbound shipments are brought together for a direct consolidation to Canada or for collection by our California linehaul. Contact us before arranging a terminal drop-off or collection so receiving instructions and shipment references are confirmed.
Vancouver, BC
17637 1 Ave
Surrey, BC V3S 9S1 Pickup and delivery across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, including Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Delta and Langley. Our bonded Surrey terminal supports freight handling, storage between moves and connections across British Columbia.
Calgary, AB
3755 64th Ave S.E.
Calgary, AB T2C 2V5 Pickup and delivery across Calgary and area, with connecting transportation to Edmonton and other Alberta destinations. Your quote confirms how the Washington shipment connects and the estimated timing through to delivery.
Toronto, ON
2410 Dunwin Dr
Mississauga, ON L5L 1J9 Located in Mississauga, serving Toronto and the GTA, including Brampton, Vaughan and Markham. Washington–Ontario freight is arranged through suitable services, with routing and any terminal connections confirmed for the shipment.
Our M.O.

Good at pickups. Better at follow-through.

1

Tell us what’s moving.

Pickup and delivery locations, packaged dimensions, weight and ready date. Include loading requirements, appointments and when it needs to arrive. A deadline works better in the booking than in a follow-up email.

2

Pick the option that fits.

We compare suitable LTL and truckload services, explain the costs and estimated transit times, and confirm what’s included. Duties and taxes are separate; any brokerage fee is shown before you book.

3

Get the customs side lined up.

Use your existing customs broker or have clearance arranged through our licensed brokerage partner. Moto coordinates the documents and follows up on clearance so you have one team to contact about the shipment.

How customs clearance works
4

Get updates. Without asking for updates.

Your contact monitors the shipment and keeps you posted. If plans change, we explain what’s happening and what we’re doing about it. Between updates, check your shipment details in the portal, 24/7.

5

Get your freight. And your paperwork.

We follow through on delivery and make sure the documents reach you. One shipment reference. One team to call. Your proof of delivery shouldn’t require proof of persistence.

98% on time99.99% claims free

Your freight’s next move. Mapped out.

The Moto Network

Choose your pickup and delivery regions to explore freight connections between Washington State and Canada. Estimates assume pickup and delivery near each region’s main shipping hub.

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    Edmonton Buffalo Detroit Chicago Minneapolis Philadelphia New York Boston Harrisburg Baltimore Cleveland Columbus Indianapolis Louisville Norfolk Phoenix Las Vegas Salt Lake City Denver San Diego Reno Laredo Oklahoma City Kansas City San Antonio Nashville Atlanta Miami El Paso Memphis St. Louis New Orleans Charlotte Savannah Jacksonville Halifax Kelowna SEA Seattle PDX Portland SFO San Francisco YWG Winnipeg YUL Montreal IAH Houston YVR Vancouver YYC Calgary YYZ Toronto LAX Los Angeles DFW Dallas
    • Consolidation terminal
    • Connecting terminal
    • Scheduled linehaul
    • Partner carrier coverage
    • Canada – US border

    More freight services for companies shipping between Washington and Canada

    Cross Border

    Dry van LTL or full truckload across Canada and the USA.

    Within Canada

    LTL and full truckload, road and rail options.

    Within the US

    The lower 48, plus our own California–Texas lanes.

    Customs Clearance

    Commercial imports into Canada and the USA.

    Warehousing & Distribution

    Storage, cross-docking, containers, local delivery.

    Specialized Freight

    Flat deck, oversized, project work and scrap.

    Vehicle Transport

    Cars, RVs and trucks, driven or carried.

    Freight Management

    Ongoing support for your quotes, bookings and shipment follow-through.
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    Washington–Canada freight FAQs

    Cloudy skies. Clear answers.

    Service and coverage

    Do you ship freight between Washington State and Canada in both directions?

    Yes. Moto arranges LTL and full truckload shipping from Washington to Canada and from Canada to Washington.

    Send both addresses, your shipment details and ready date. We’ll confirm the available services, routing and estimated timing for that direction.

    Can you pick up freight from my supplier in Seattle?

    Yes. Local Seattle-area pickup is coordinated through our own Seattle terminal.

    Send the supplier’s address, contact details, pickup reference and hours. Include any appointment requirements and when the freight will be ready, so collection can be lined up with the onward transportation.

    Which Canadian destinations do you serve from Washington?

    We arrange freight shipping to Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Montreal and other Canadian destinations.

    The route depends on the pickup location, the shipment and the service available. Some destinations need connecting transportation, which is included in the planning and the estimated transit.

    Shipping options and timing

    Can I ship one pallet from Washington to Canada?

    Yes. LTL lets your pallet travel with other freight rather than booking a dedicated truck.

    Send the packaged dimensions, total weight, contents and whether it can be stacked. We’ll confirm a suitable service and any special handling requirements.

    How long does freight shipping from Seattle to Canada take?

    It depends on the Canadian destination, the local pickup, the departure available and any connecting transportation.

    Northbound freight can move on a direct consolidation from our Seattle terminal when the volume supports it, or join our California linehaul as it travels north through the Pacific Northwest. Tell us your ready date and required delivery date so we can confirm the full timeline.

    What do you need to book a Washington–Canada shipment?

    Both addresses, the packaged dimensions, total weight and your ready date. Include any delivery appointment, liftgate requirement or truck access restriction so those are arranged upfront.

    Tell us the required delivery date as well and we’ll compare the suitable options against it.

    Do you offer full truckload shipping between Washington and Canada?

    Yes. A dedicated trailer can suit larger shipments, specific handling requirements or freight that needs a different schedule from LTL.

    Send the shipment details and your delivery deadline. We’ll confirm suitable equipment, availability and the transportation costs.

    Costs

    How much does freight shipping between Washington and Canada cost?

    Pricing depends on the pickup and delivery locations, packaged dimensions, total weight and service requirements. Local transportation, non-stackable freight, appointments and liftgate service can affect the rate.

    Send the freight details and ready date for a quote. We explain the transportation charges and identify brokerage and other separately priced services. Duties and taxes are additional.

    Customs and paperwork

    What documents do I need to ship freight between Washington and Canada?

    For commercial freight, provide a commercial invoice with clear product descriptions, quantities, values, currency and countries of origin, along with the shipment information needed for the bill of lading.

    A packing list, origin documentation, permits or other records may also be required. Your broker, or our licensed customs brokerage partner, confirms the requirements for the goods and the direction of travel.

    Can I use my own customs broker?

    Yes. Give us your broker’s details when you book and we’ll coordinate the shipment paperwork with them.

    If you need clearance arranged, we work through our licensed customs brokerage partner. Confirm the arrangements before departure so the documents reach the right people. How customs clearance works.

    Pickup and delivery

    Can you pick up or deliver without a loading dock?

    Yes, where suitable equipment and site access are available. Tell us whether each location has a loading dock, forklift or neither, along with the shipment’s dimensions and weight.

    Liftgate service, also called tailgate service in Canada, has to be arranged before pickup. Residential addresses, appointments and any additional unloading requirements also need to be included in the booking.

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