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Cross Dock in Washington, DC
Washington DC has strict truck restrictions, few loading docks large enough for full trailers and very little industrial space. Our Richmond cross dock, about two hours south on I-95, serves as a staging point: freight is received, sorted and loaded onto DC-appropriate trucks so it arrives on time at downtown docks..
- From our Richmond dock
- 108 miles / about 2 hrs
- Interstates & routes
- I-95, I-395, I-495, I-295
- Cross-dock pricing
- From $20/pallet
A cross dock built for Washington freight
Washington DC has strict truck restrictions, few loading docks large enough for full trailers and very little industrial space. Our Richmond cross dock, about two hours south on I-95, serves as a staging point: freight is received, sorted and loaded onto DC-appropriate trucks so it arrives on time at downtown docks.
Daily runs into Washington DC for government, corporate, retail and residential deliveries, including restricted downtown docks.
We pair cross-docking with last-mile delivery, so freight for Washington can be transferred and delivered by one team. See our last mile delivery service in Washington.
How it works
Cross Dock for Washington, step by step
- Step 1
Your trailer or container arrives at our Richmond dock, 2 hrs from Washington.
- Step 2
We unload, count, inspect and photograph every pallet and note any damage on the BOL.
- Step 3
Freight is reworked, consolidated or stored as needed.
- Step 4
Outbound freight leaves on your carrier or on our trucks to Washington via I-95, I-395, I-495, I-295.
FAQ
Washington cross dock questions
How much does cross docking cost for Washington freight?
Cross-dock transfers start from $20 per pallet with a $200 weekday minimum. After-hours and weekend work adds a $250 fee. Delivery to Washington is quoted separately based on distance and freight.
How far is your cross dock from Washington?
Our Richmond dock is about 108 miles from Washington, roughly 2 hrs via I-95, I-395, I-495, I-295.
How fast can you turn a trailer?
Standard turnaround is next day. Same-day transfers are available when the outbound truck is ready. Weekday dock hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with 24/7 service by appointment.
Can you store freight before it goes to Washington?
Yes. Pallet storage is available at our Richmond warehouse for freight that is waiting on an appointment, a receiver or the rest of an order.
Do you handle floor-loaded containers and hazmat?
We unload floor-loaded trailers and containers and palletize the freight. We do not handle hazmat.
Can you rework damaged or shifted pallets?
Yes. Text photos to (804) 600-4352 and we will quote the rework. We restack, rewrap and replace pallets, and photograph everything.
Cross Dock in Washington? Call or text.
Call or text any hour for cross-dock transfers, emergency reworks, storage or delivery. Free quotes, no obligation, quote back fast 24/7.