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120-mile freight corridor via I-5 S from Longview through the Cowlitz River Valley, across the Columbia River into Portland. Same day (1.5-2 hours) transit. Moderate difficulty.
Distance
120 mi
Transit Time
Same day (1.5-2 hours)
Difficulty
Toll Cost
$0
| Equipment | Rate/Mile | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.40 | $288 |
| Reefer | $2.85 | $342 |
| Flatbed | $3.30 | $396 |
Rates are approximate averages and vary by season, demand, and broker. Always verify current spot rates on DAT or Truckstop.
Recommended Route
I-5 S from Longview through the Cowlitz River Valley, across the Columbia River into Portland
Fuel Stops
0 recommended
Tolls
$0
Common Freight Types
Limited Backhaul Availability
Average backhaul rate: $1.75/mi
Common return cargo: Building materials, manufactured lumber, OSB/plywood from mills
Longview, WA
Origin
Kelso, WA
Castle Rock, WA
Woodland, WA
Vancouver, WA
Portland, OR
Destination
Timber harvesting peaks April-October when weather allows logging road access. Rainy season November-March slows harvests but mills continue processing stored logs. Housing construction booms increase lumber demand. Fire season (July-September) can shut harvest areas and roads.
Log trucks and timber loads are overweight by nature. Know Washington and Oregon weight limits and permit requirements.
Weyerhaeuser, Georgia-Pacific, and other major timber companies headquarter or operate heavily in this corridor.
Wet roads from November-March make loaded log trucks especially dangerous on grades. Maintain extra following distance.
Portland is a major lumber export port. Export-grade logs heading to the port pay premium rates.
Oregon has no sales tax and competitive fuel prices. Fill up before crossing into Washington.