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Drayage vs Long-Haul Trucking

Understanding the Supply Chain

BCAT explains the major legs of the supply chain

What is Drayage?

  • Short-distance transport (e.g., port to warehouse)

  • Used in intermodal freight and container shipping

What is Long-Haul Trucking?

  • Cross-country or multi-state transportation

  • Ideal for large-scale distribution and time-critical freight

What is Short-Haul Trucking?

  • Usually local, or within the same state

  • Sometimes handled by box trucks or cargo vans

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** BCAT Insight: Drayage is all about speed and timing. Long-haul is about consistency and cost control. We do both.

Still not sure? Check out our guide on LTL vs FTL

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