CDL-A Route Overview

Routes That Match How You Want To Run

We simplified this page to focus on the route types drivers actually ask about. Local, regional, and OTR discussions all depend on experience, trailer type, and current freight needs.

48-state reach
Flatbed, reefer, dry van
Kent, WA base

Local Routes

Best for drivers who want shorter runs and more predictable time at home.

Home daily when local work is available
Typical annual range: $78K-$85K

Regional Routes

A balance of miles and home time across the western lanes we regularly discuss.

Weekly home time discussions
Typical annual range: $78K-$95K

OTR Routes

Designed for drivers who want broader lane options and more time on the road.

2-3 weeks
Typical annual range: $93K-$110K
Market Snapshot

Example Freight Corridors

These are sample market snapshots from the data used on the site. They are not presented as guaranteed live loads.

Lane

Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA

Rate snapshot

$2.95/mi

1,137 miles18-20 hrs

Lane

Kent, WA to Denver, CO

Rate snapshot

$2.55/mi

1,323 miles20-22 hrs

Lane

Seattle, WA to San Francisco, CA

Rate snapshot

$2.35/mi

808 miles12-14 hrs

Lane

Tacoma, WA to Salt Lake City, UT

Rate snapshot

$2.25/mi

856 miles13-15 hrs

Major Freight Corridors

Our primary shipping lanes and routes

Primary
I-5 Corridor
SeattleLos Angeles1,137 miDaily
Primary
I-90/I-25 Mountain
KentDenver1,323 mi3x/week
Primary
I-5 Pacific Route
SeattleSan Francisco808 miDaily
Secondary
I-84 Mountain Route
TacomaSalt Lake City856 miDaily
Secondary
US-95/I-15 Desert
PortlandLas Vegas1,018 miDaily
Long-Haul
I-90 Northern
SpokaneMinneapolis1,655 miWeekly
Secondary
I-5/I-10 Corridor
KentPhoenix1,423 miDaily
Long-Haul
I-90 Transcontinental
SeattleChicago2,064 mi3x/week
Frequently Asked Questions

Route Questions We Hear Most

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CDL-A requiredBased in Kent, WAFlatbed, reefer, dry van