Logistics Solutions Case Studies

Los Angeles to San Diego Logistics Broker

It’s only a 2-hour jaunt down I-5 from LA to San Diego, but that’s no reason to be cavalier about who’s handling your freight. Sure, you could find a driver on an online load board, but why take on the hassle and the risk when Direct Drive Logistics can get you a great rate and a proven, thoroughly vetted owner-operator?

Whether you’ve got a 2-ton, large diameter pipe for a wastewater treatment plant or need to run a dozen office water coolers down to an office complex in Encinitas, Direct Drive Logistics California freight brokers have the drivers, the rigs and the experience to get any size freight to its destination.

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Driving Time
2.2 hr
Driving Distance
120 mi
Fuel Cost
$120.39

Fuel cost is estimated from the national average diesel price according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration

Multimodal Shipping Options from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA

Full Truckload (FTL) Freight Shipping

Freight truck at a warehouse loading dock
  • Faster transit times with no freight transfers and decreased handling.
  • Cargo up to 80,000 pounds.
  • Dedicated truck space for large shipments

Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Freight

Palletized freight beside a shipping container at a warehouse
  • Affordable solution for smaller shipments.
  • LTL and Volume LTL for shipments of all sizes.
  • Secure handling and real-time tracking.

Reefer (Refrigerated) Freight Shipping

Refrigerated trailers with temperature-control units
  • Temperature-controlled transport for perishables, chemicals, supplements, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and more.
  • Cost-effective compliant solutions with insurance coverage.
  • Cargo is held at a specified temperature throughout the shipping process.

Expedited Freight & Hot Shot Trucking

Secured cargo pallets prepared for expedited air freight
  • 24/7 freight shipping solutions.
  • White-glove handling for urgent deliveries.
  • Real-time tracking and notifications.

Long-Haul Trucking & Logistics

Tractor trailer hauling freight on a long-distance highway route
  • Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA interstate freight.
  • Cost-effective options for heavy loads.
  • Dependable, pre-screened carrier network.

Air Freight

Air freight pallets secured for aircraft loading
  • Ideal for high-value, lightweight cargo, and urgent deliveries.
  • Domestic air freight brokering from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA.
  • Air Freight Forwarder with and extensive network of airports and air carriers.

Rail Freight

Freight train hauling intermodal shipping containers
  • Reduced carbon footprint compared to trucking.
  • Save an average of 10-15% on shipping costs compared to trucking.
  • Rail freight brokers connect you to an extensive network of intermodal freight container owner-operators.

Customer Testimonials

5 stars reviews

Adam Kirchner is the go-to guy. He’s helped my company on numerous occasions. Has an answer for every question and each experience has always been without interruption or issues of any sort. The only freight company you will ever need. Thanks!

- Isaac Wilson - Owner of Wilson Carpentry
Amazing Job 5 stars reviews

Been working with DDL for over a year handling our FCL loads. They do an amazing job keeping us up to date and handling our containers. would recommend to anyone needing trucking services. Rolando and Jeff are always helpful.

- Andrew Funk
Personable & Knowledgeable 5 stars reviews

Direct Drive is one of my favorite go to companies! Everyone I deal with is always so personable and knowledgeable! Rolando and Ryan are my main contacts and they are always straight and to the point with charisma and quick response time! I never doubt what they tell me. I love working with them and...

- Sarah Prazuch
Details & Ease of Management 5 stars reviews

We started to use Direct Drive Logistics about couple of months ago and they made world of difference in freight management.  Not only they had the best price compared to few others we normally worked with, but they also took care of all the details and managed the complete process of arranging...

- Alex Abadi
5 stars reviews

This is a company that goes way beyond the normal, excellent communication skills , added to a sterling experience that was in need of real expertise and they gave a 5 star performance

- Margaret Tufarelli

Industries We Service

Small Business Food truck worker serving a customer
Construction Construction crew at a building site
Food & Beverage Prepared food in catering service trays
Automotive Cars on an automotive assembly line
Lumber Stacks of cut lumber ready for distribution
Manufacturing Manufacturing workers fabricating metal components
E-commerce Workers loading packaged orders for e-commerce delivery
And More Tractor trailer transporting commercial freight