Line Haul

Line haul is the long-distance transportation segment that moves freight between two hubs or distribution centers — distinct from the first-mile pickup or the last-mile delivery leg. In parcel networks, line haul is typically handled by truckload or intermodal carriers contracted by the parcel network. LMS uses efficient line-haul partners to move volume between its regional hubs before handing parcels off to its proprietary network for last-mile delivery.