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California–Canada lane

Los Angeles–Vancouver
Freight Shipping

Pallet, dry van LTL and full truckload shipping between the Lower Mainland and the LA area, in both directions. Scheduled Moto LTL connects Surrey and Fontana, with local pickup, delivery and customs clearance coordinated around your shipment.

  • Scheduled cross-border LTL on our own fleet
  • Bonded in Canada and the USA
  • PIP certified

Vancouver to LA. LA to Vancouver.

Vancouver to Los Angeles

Scheduled pallet and dry van LTL from our Surrey terminal to Fontana, with pickup across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley and delivery across the Los Angeles area.

  • Scheduled LTL departsTuesdays
  • Transit time3-4 business days
  • One skid from$244.22

Los Angeles to Vancouver

Scheduled pallet and dry van LTL from Fontana to Surrey, with pickup across Los Angeles and the Inland Empire and delivery across the Lower Mainland.

  • Scheduled LTL departsTuesdays and Fridays
  • Transit time2-3 business days
  • One skid from$328.54

Pallet & LTL shipping

One pallet or several, without booking a whole trailer. Your freight shares space on the scheduled dry van service, priced on its dimensions, weight and handling requirements.

Full truckload shipping

A dedicated trailer when the shipment needs the space, or a schedule of its own. Equipment, pickup and delivery timing are quoted for the load.

Get a freight quote All California–Canada lanes
Pickup & delivery

LA | Vancouver. Local service at both ends.

Los Angeles, Orange County & the Inland Empire
10837 Commerce Way, Unit D, Fontana, CA 92337 Freight collected across LA and the Inland Empire comes to our Fontana terminal for the trip to Vancouver. Shipping the other way? It arrives here for delivery across the same area.
  • Los Angeles
  • Commerce
  • City of Industry
  • Pico Rivera
  • Compton
  • Gardena
  • Torrance
  • Inglewood
  • Hawthorne
  • Long Beach
  • Cerritos
  • Chatsworth
  • Walnut
  • Fullerton
  • Anaheim
  • Garden Grove
  • Santa Ana
  • Irvine
  • Huntington Beach
  • Chino
  • Montclair
  • Pomona
  • Ontario
  • Rancho Cucamonga
  • Fontana
  • Riverside
  • San Bernardino
  • Corona
Southern California connections
Pickup and delivery across San Diego County, connecting through our Fontana terminal. Send the address and we’ll confirm the service and estimated timing.
  • San Diego
  • Chula Vista
  • El Cajon
Metro Vancouver & the Fraser Valley
17637 1 Ave, Surrey, BC V3S 9S1 Freight from LA arrives at our Surrey terminal for delivery across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, and local pickups come here for the southbound departure. The terminal also offers storage and bonded holding for shipments awaiting customs clearance.
  • Vancouver
  • Burnaby
  • Richmond
  • New Westminster
  • Surrey
  • Delta
  • Langley
  • Coquitlam
  • Maple Ridge
  • White Rock
  • North Vancouver
  • West Vancouver
  • Mission
  • Abbotsford
  • Chilliwack
Connections across British Columbia
Vancouver Island, the Interior and Northern BC connect through additional transportation beyond our Surrey terminal. Send the address and we’ll confirm the routing and what it adds to the transit.
  • Whistler
  • Kelowna
  • Kamloops
  • Vernon
  • Summerland
  • Penticton
  • Oliver
  • Osoyoos
  • Nanaimo
  • Victoria
  • Prince George
  • Prince Rupert
  • Cranbrook
  • Fort St. John
Our M.O.

Good at pickups. Better at follow-through.

1

Tell us what’s moving.

Pickup and delivery locations, dimensions, weight and ready date. Include any loading requirements or appointments. Finding out there’s no forklift is more useful before the truck arrives.

2

Pick the option that fits.

We compare LTL against a full trailer, 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

Easy customs clearance.

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 destination to see how your freight moves through our network and get an estimated transit time. Estimates assume pickup and delivery near each region’s main shipping hub.

Total transit —

Estimated delivery —

    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 on the Vancouver–Los Angeles lane

    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.
    What customers say about Moto

    Take our customers’ word for it.

    4.8 Excellent on Google

    AI-Generated Summary Based on 127 Google reviews
    • Consistent and efficient delivery service praised by long-time users.
    • Friendly and professional customer service team, often going above and beyond.
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    Sergio Terron2 years ago
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    Mike Bichara5 years ago
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    Lawrence Deshield5 years ago
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    Jen Ribau5 years ago
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    Selen Raab2 years ago
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    Madison Tomkow2 years ago
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    Kevin Lynch5 years ago
    Always a great group to work with - always deliver on time with a great price.
    Jim Turnbulla year ago
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    Chris Boucharda year ago
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    Martin Bertrand5 years ago
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    Marc Fryer13 years ago
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    Jon Voigt4 years ago
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    Chelsea Houle5 years ago
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    David Newton5 years ago
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    Larr Elliott5 years ago
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    Philip Belda5 years ago
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    Jeanet Dayao5 years ago
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    LA–Vancouver freight FAQs

    A few things worth clearing up.

    How long does freight shipping take from Los Angeles to Vancouver?

    Scheduled LTL takes an estimated 2-3 business days from our Fontana terminal to Surrey, with departures on Tuesdays and Fridays.

    That is terminal to terminal. Tell us when the freight is ready and when you need it delivered and we’ll quote pickup through delivery.

    How much does it cost to ship a pallet from Los Angeles to Vancouver?

    Send the pickup ZIP code, delivery postal code, packaged dimensions and total weight. Include whether the pallet is stackable and whether either location needs a tailgate or delivery appointment.

    Those details determine the rate. Your quote shows the transportation charges and identifies brokerage and other applicable charges separately. Duties and taxes are extra.

    Can you pick up from my supplier in LA, Orange County or the Inland Empire?

    Yes. We collect from suppliers, manufacturers and warehouses across Los Angeles, Orange County and the Inland Empire.

    Send your supplier’s address, contact details, pickup reference and hours. We’ll coordinate collection once the freight is ready.

    Can I ship just one pallet, or do I need a full truckload?

    One pallet is fine. Our Los Angeles–Vancouver LTL service combines shipments from different customers on the same trailer.

    Full truckload is also available if you need a dedicated trailer or a different schedule. Send the freight details and your delivery deadline, and we’ll compare the suitable options.

    Do you also ship freight from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Scheduled southbound LTL leaves Surrey on Tuesdays, with an estimated 3-4 business days to our Fontana terminal.

    Pickup is available across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, with delivery across the LA area, Orange County and the Inland Empire.

    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, our licensed customs brokerage partner can handle it. You can keep transportation and clearance with one point of contact at Moto. How customs clearance works.

    What information do you need to book an LA–Vancouver freight shipment?

    Both addresses, shipping contacts, a description of the goods, pallet or piece count, packaged dimensions, total weight and ready date. For commercial cross-border freight, we’ll also ask for the commercial invoice and customs broker details.

    Tell us about loading restrictions, appointments and your required delivery date before booking. If the goods need additional customs documents, we’ll coordinate with the broker to confirm what’s needed.

    Can you deliver to a business or home without a loading dock?

    Yes, provided suitable equipment can access the property and handle the freight. Tell us whether there’s a forklift, a dock or neither at each address.

    Tailgate service, residential delivery and appointments must be included in the booking. Let us know about large or heavy pieces so we can check the unloading arrangements before sending the truck.

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