Rates & seasonality
- Directional rate band
- $3.00–$3.70 per mile (all-in) for reefer; $2.50–$3.10/mi for dry van.
- Seasonality
- Peak weeks: May–Jul (peak produce). Softest: Jan–Feb.
Lane guide · Reefer · 370 mi
Phoenix, AZ to Los Angeles, CA
Phoenix → LA is one of the densest short-haul reefer lanes in the West. Produce, dairy, and grocery distribution drive consistent year-round volume; LA-bound rates carry a short-haul premium.
- Mileage
- 370 mi
- Dominant equipment
- Reefer
- Origin
- Phoenix, AZ
- Destination
- Los Angeles, CA
Return lane & brokers
- Return reposition
- LA → Phoenix at $2.80–$3.40/mi for reefer — strong return volume.
- Brokers to research on this lane
- C.H. Robinson, Mesilla Valley Transportation, Knight-Swift, NFI, J.B. Hunt, Werner are most active.
Find live Phoenix to Los Angeles loads
Install the free Numeo Spot Chrome extension on DAT and Truckstop to see live rates, broker safety scores, and one-tap negotiation drafts for every Phoenix to Los Angeles load — or use Numeo Load Hub to search this lane across 15+ boards at once.
The directional Phoenix to Los Angeles freight rate band in this editorial guide is $3.00–$3.70 per mile (all-in) for reefer; $2.50–$3.10/mi for dry van. . This is an editorial estimate, not a live quote or Numeo telemetry; rates fluctuate with broker tender volume, equipment, fuel, and the exact load. Use a dated live rate source before quoting or booking.
Phoenix to Los Angeles is approximately 370 miles by the most common interstate route. Actual mileage varies by pickup and delivery zip code. The Numeo Spot Chrome extension calculates exact mileage, tolls, and deadhead for any DAT load you click on.
A useful starting assumption for Phoenix to Los Angeles is reefer. Phoenix → LA is one of the densest short-haul reefer lanes in the West. Produce, dairy, and grocery distribution drive consistent year-round volume; LA-bound rates carry a short-haul premium. Equipment fit still depends on the commodity, accessorials, and the individual posting.
Return-lane conditions change with capacity, equipment, fuel, and the individual posting. Use the directional guidance on this page as a planning prompt, then check live connected sources before committing to the outbound lane or a reposition.
Examples to research include C.H. Robinson, Mesilla Valley Transportation, Knight-Swift, NFI, J.B. Hunt, Werner are most active. This is an editorial list, not a live volume ranking or endorsement. Confirm the broker, payment terms, and current posting before booking.
The editorial seasonality note for Phoenix to Los Angeles is: Peak weeks: May–Jul (peak produce). Softest: Jan–Feb. Treat it as planning context only; current demand can change with weather, tenders, fuel, and capacity, so verify the live market before quoting.
TRY NUMEO FREE
Start booking your next load in minutes.
14 days free. No credit card. Cancel anytime.
Or call us —+1 206 569 4382