Shipping from Canada to US - Trusted Freight Services

Easy Cross-Border Shipping Solutions

Moving freight between the U.S. and Canada is an extensive process. FedEx and UPS dominate the shipping industry, but there are other options for small businesses that ship pallets. LTL shipping to the U.S. from Canada is simple when you're working with the right trucking company.

CSA Transportation takes pride in supporting businesses of all sizes in shipping freight from Canada to the U.S.

Team up with CSA, and our customs coordinators will work directly with your customs broker to ensure your shipment arrives quickly and safely.

CSA offers the cheapest way to ship from Canada to the U.S. through our intelligent distribution centers near most major border crossings. Our shipping experts have fine-tuned the cross-border shipping process to provide a hassle-free experience. When shipping freight from Canada to the U.S., you need a reliable partner that can offer faster shipping with better pricing while handling all the logistics and paperwork. At CSA Transportation, we are ready start planning the route for your cargo as soon as today.

Get your free online quote from CSA Transportation now and ship from Canada to the U.S.

International Shipping Services: Ship to the U.S.A. from Canada

Shipping to the U.S. from Canada has never been easier than when you trust the CSA shipping experts to coordinate, manage, and deliver your freight. Our international services focus on providing your business with high-quality pallet shipping at affordable prices.

In-House Customs Coordinators

Like our U.S.-to-Canada shipping service, we do not operate as a customs broker. Instead, we have a team of experienced in-house customs coordinators who work directly with your broker to ensure a smooth, trouble-free shipping process.

When you work with a CSA customs coordinator, you spend less time on Canada to U.S. shipping and more time servicing your customers.

ACE & ACI Pre-Clearance 

Every country has its customs procedures. On the U.S.-Canada border, customs agents require both dispatch and shipment information before your freight arrives at the border. This electronic data allows your shipment to be pre-screened and accepted.

CSA Transportation personnel have the tools to streamline this process on your behalf. With direct access to the U.S.A./Canada Customs website, you can find and access your shipment to get the latest status updates.

When shipping from Canada to the U.S., getting your shipment cleared and screened in advance ensures that it will not be delayed in crossing the border and entering U.S. territory.

Reduced Border Delays 

Pre-screening speeds up waiting times at the border. With CSA Transportation, our drivers only need to provide their ACE/ACI eManifest number to customs officials, and they will be on their way.

This potentially turns hours of waiting at the border into minutes. CSA Transportation makes time-sensitive Canada-to-U.S. shipping happen.

Bonded Terminals

CSA uses bonded terminals to handle customs clearance issues on your behalf on the Canadian side of the border. This means your shipments will not be turned back but transferred to one of our terminals.

Customs officials will visit our distribution site to inspect and clear your items, preventing you from losing money on your shipment.

Avoid nasty surprises and choose the cheapest shipping from Canada to the U.S.

Trusted Brokerage Partners

If you need a trusted transportation service to ship to the U.S.A. from Canada, rest assured that CSA works with the top customs brokers and intricately manages every step of the supply chain.

While we are not customs brokers ourselves, we are always happy to connect you with a broker you can trust.

The Specialized Shipping Services Your Business Needs

With ever-evolving rules and regulations, cross-border freight shipping has never been more complex. In particular, shipping to the U.S. from Canada has become more challenging in the 21st century.

Freight shipping from Canada to the U.S. is our specialty, and we understand that the cookie-cutter solutions of the past are no longer suitable for modern-day business.

CSA Transportation offers a selection of Truckload and LTL shipping services to deliver non-standard and expedited freight. We aim to reduce your Canada to U.S. shipping cost and provide your business with a cost-effective, streamlined solution for moving your goods.

Cross-Border Shipping with Confidence from CSA Transportation

Shipping can be a major headache for many businesses. Getting the cheapest shipping from Canada to the U.S. can boost your bottom line and increase your profitability.

If you need to ship from Canada to the U.S. or vice versa, CSA Transportation is one of the best LTL freight providers around.

To start your next shipment, contact CSA Transportation for a free quote.

CSA Transportation Shipping FAQs

Do you have any questions about how shipping from Canada to the U.S. with CSA Transportation works?

Here’s what you need to know about making your first shipment.

What is LTL Freight Shipping?

Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipping is a method by which goods from multiple businesses will be shipped as part of a single truckload. Freight can vary between 120 and 15,000 lbs.

LTL shipping makes professional freighting accessible to smaller businesses that may not be able to fill a full truckload. Unlike standard postal services, LTL shipping gives small businesses the same fast, high-quality shipping options as larger businesses.

These by-the-pallet regular freight services are prefect for businesses that need the cheapest freight from Canada to the U.S.A., this is one of the best ways to get your goods to their destinations quickly and efficiently.

What is Truckload Shipping?;

Traditional over-the-road shipping services involve hiring a truck and filling it with all your products. These bulk shipping services are ideal for delivering a high-volume of goods across the border and into the U.S.

Although we mainly focus on volume LTL shipping services, we also provide truckload shipping for those businesses that require it. Our shipping network is more than capable of handling businesses that need a freight forwarder from Canada to the U.S. with more volume.

How Does the CSA Transportation Shipping Process Work?

For most businesses, the sweet spot for shipping to the U.S. from Canada with CSA is between 120 and 15,000 lbs. For anything less than 120 lbs., ordinary parcel carriers, such as FedEx and UPS, can handle these shipments at a reasonable price. For anything over 15,000 lbs., dedicated freight shippers are the ideal option.

It makes economic sense to opt for LTL shipping for anything between these two figures, especially when shipping from Canada to the U.S.

We use a “hub and spoke” arrangement. Your goods are shipped to a “spoke terminal,” (LTL common carriers usually have a number of these throughout their network). The freight is packed onto a trailer and delivered to a central distribution center, which is then shifted to regional distribution centers.

Known as line hauling, LTL shipping does take longer than full truckload shipping as multiple hubs and trucks are required.

Local drivers will make the final delivery along regular routes. Most clients can expect to receive their deliveries in the afternoon.

Why Should You Use CSA LTL Shipping from Canada for Your Business?

The key benefit of employing LTL shipping is cost savings. Medium-sized cross-border freight shipments are economically viable without compromising on speed.

With many companies operating a just-in-time production model and customers demanding immediate attention, LTL shipping is cheap and safe. It provides a variety of flexible shipping options, excellent delivery times, competitive rates that allow you to save money, and reliable tracking, ensuring your commercial packages from Canada to the U.S.A. arrive on time.

CSA shipping lends itself well to these business models because we help you maximize excellent service and maintain your profit margins.

How Long Does Cross-Border Shipping Take with CSA Transportation?

Here’s an idea of how long a typical shipment will take when shipping to the US from Canada with CSA:

● 500mi./800km – Most shipments take 1-2 days.

● Up to 1500mi./2400km – Most shipments will take 3-4 days.

● 1500mi./2400km and more – Expect your shipment to take 5-6 days.

These shipping times are estimates and don’t include any delays caused by bad weather, lines at the border, or additional customs inspections that may be required.

Your can expect a fast quote for 90% of all postal/zip codes in Canada and the United States and, with daily departures, you can be confidence that CSA can manage your cross border shipments.

How Much Will Cross-Border Shipping Cost?

Several factors determine how much you can expect to pay for your shipment, including your destination and volume. For this reason, every quote is tailored to a specific customer.

We do our best to accommodate the needs of every business. Our specialists will get you the lowest price possible to provide a high-quality shipping service without the hassle.

Please fill out our Freight Quote form to learn more about what you can expect to pay for freight shipping. You can also call one of our in-house shipping experts and get an instant quote over the phone.

Is it Safe to Ship with CSA Transportation?

Safety is paramount to a successful transit. CSA Transportation is fully insured and bonded across our shipping network in Canada and the U.S.

Only 0.02% of shipments with CSA have ever resulted in a claim. As cross border experts since 1986, our team knows all the ins and outs of keeping your products safe in transit.

Customer care is at the heart of our organization. We want you to have peace of mind when shipping your goods.

What Can I Ship with CSA Transportation?

CSA moves more than 700 trailers every single month. We are the experts in cost-effective LTL freight.

Any freight from Canada to the U.S. of one standard pallet size or more can be shipped with us.

For goods of a non-standard size, we can also provide LTL freight services that work for you. The best way to find out more about what we can ship and whether we can help is to get in touch with a representative from the CSA team.