Freight shipments delivered to, from and within Canada on time and with ease.
Freight Shipments Made Simple
- The flexibility you need
Choose from our solutions based on the size of your shipment and time constraints. You can even customize your solution with special handling and dangerous goods services if needed.
- The reliability you deserve
Receive consistently reliable freight services from Purolator, voted #1 in billing accuracy and backed by Canada’s largest nationally integrated freight and courier network.
- The expertise you want
Get unparalleled support through our team’s domestic and cross-border experience and over 20 years of excellence in the freight industry.
- Domestic and Global Reach
Ship anywhere in Canada or around the world with flexible freight solutions—powered by Purolator Air Freight and the country’s largest integrated freight and courier network.
How Purolator moves your freight shipments
We use a range of shipping methods and expansive network coverage to deliver your freight efficiently.
The Purolator Freight Advantage
Customize your shipping solutions
Choose the speed and service level you need. Plus, add specialized services like advance delivery notice, excessive length shipments, lift gates and inside pickup/delivery to and from non-loading dock areas. We also provide special handling (SHS) and dangerous goods
Enhance customer satisfaction
You can expect your shipments intact and on time. Our commitment to damage avoidance and on-time performance builds trust and saves you money.
Simplify freight transport
Digitize your process with online bills of lading and shipment label creation, digital visibility tools, invoices and shipment management to eliminate physical paperwork.
Reach more customers
Use our freight services to ship anywhere in Canada with the largest integrated freight and courier network in the country.
Contact us to customize shipments within Canada and to and from the U.S.
Customize Purolator Freight Options for Your Business Needs
Select from our standard and expedited LTL (less-than-truckload) or TL (truckload) freight services. Discover the benefits of each option below:
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Air Freight: Domestic and Global Reach
Flexible domestic and global freight solutions—seamless domestic and international shipping, import/export, and point-to-point air freight worldwide.
Easy freight LTL-TL pallet shipping
Proper packaging is the first step to smooth delivery. Follow these best practices for more efficient shipping.
Reach Customers All Over North America
Ready to expand your business? Tap into any part of the Canadian market with:
- 20+ years of freight excellence
- The largest integrated freight network in the country
- 50+ freight handling Purolator locations across Canada
- 30+ dedicated U.S. facilities
Get International Freight Services
Ship by freight with Purolator’s reliable TL, LTL and freight forwarding services, expansive network coverage and expert customer service.
Flexible international freight
Our team of experts will help you manage Canadian imports and exports with ease. With Purolator’s international freight services you can:
- Get shipments picked up offshore and delivered to Canadian ports of entry.
- Ship from Mexico to Canada through our U.S. and Canadian networks.
- Choose from flexible shipping options via ground and air supported by our expansive northbound network.
- Consolidate small package shipments and LTL freight in the same pick-up from Mexico into Canada.
- Access direct shipping services from the Mexican to Canadian border.
Cross-Border TL and LTL
Choose from our suite of time-definite freight services. Ship goods throughout North America and to other countries and territories around the world. With Purolator’s cross-border TL and LTL shipping, you can:
- Expedite your freight shipments and lower the risk of expensive delays.
- Leverage Purolator’s wide-reaching networks in the U.S. and Canada.
- Use international freight forwarding to import and export goods to and from Canada.
- Purolator also picks up shipments offshore and loads ocean liners for delivery into Canada.
Flexible freight delivery solutions
Purolator offers freight services to, from and within Canada and access to the nation’s largest distribution network.
Choose from a range of flexible freight services tailored for your business.
Flexible freight delivery solutions
Purolator offers freight services to, from and within Canada and access to the nation’s largest distribution network. Choose from a range of flexible freight services tailored for your business.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Our freight experts are ready to get in touch and help you create a solution designed for your success
Manage Your Freight Shipment
We’re here to simplify the process with everything you need from freight delivery quotes to freight shipping rates. Choose from the options below or contact us for additional help.
Pricing
Freight Quotes Online
Find an estimated cost of freight shipping to choose the best options for your business.
Download Forms
Freight Quotes Online
Get the forms you need to send or manage your shipments.
Bill of lading - standard LTL
Bill of lading - expedited LTL
Claim form
Fuel Surcharges
Purolator’s fuel surcharge for freight shipments applies to all base freight charges plus select accessorials.
Updated every week.
Tracking
Find the status of your current shipment.
Delivery Estimates
Get an estimate of how long your next shipment will take to arrive at its destination.
FAQs
To open a Purolator Freight account, please contact your Account Executive, 1-888-302-8819 or email us at [email protected].
Once you have set up your freight account, please contact our Technical Support team at 1-800-459-5599 to set up a login ID and password for your online account so that you can ship online. You can also contact us at [email protected] for a free freight quote.
The cost to send freight depends on several factors, including the origin, destination, size of the shipment and any fuel surcharges. See our Shipping Rates, Zones & Service Guides page for details and estimates.
The maximum weight limit is generally 3,000 lbs. per pallet (1360.8 kg). The maximum length is 72” (182.9 cm) with a tailgate or 96” (365.8 cm) for shipments that don’t require a tailgate. We also accept excessive length shipments up to 144” in length. For a full list of freight size and weight restrictions refer to page 35 of our Terms & Conditions of Service.
Freight shipments require a Purolator shipping label or Purolator-approved bar code shipping label as well as a bill of lading. For information on how to properly label your freight shipment, see our Pallets page. See our How to Pack, Seal, and Label a Shipment page for more details.
While both terms involve the transportation of goods by air, land or sea domestically or internationally, they differ in scale. Courier shipping refers to moving smaller packages or quantities of goods.
Meanwhile, freight refers to the transportation of larger quantities, typically more than 150 lbs (68.04 kg). Freight is most commonly used for commercial purposes and can be more cost-effective for bulk shipments. These shipments must be palletized or crated. See our Pallets page for details.
Purolator offers various freight services, including expedited LTL (less-than-truckload) and FTL (full truckload), and standard LTL and FTL freight solutions. We can provide both domestic and cross-border shipments tailored to your business needs. The flexibility we offer sets us apart from other freight shippers.
You can track your freight shipment using our online tracking tool with your PRO or shipment number. For additional assistance, contact our customer service team.
Yes, Purolator offers both Domestic and Global Air Freight solutions.
Domestic Air Freight: Fast and reliable air shipping within Canada, supported by Purolator’s extensive national network. Ideal for time-sensitive shipments across provinces with transit times as fast as next-day delivery.
Global Air Freight: Flexible international solutions to and from destinations around the world—including beyond Canada and the U.S.—with transit times of up to 7 days through Purolator Air Freight.
Urgent Air Shipments: Use our Mission Critical service to get your shipment on the next, best flight out and gain peace of mind you shipment will arrive at its destination on time. Discover more about our Mission Critical service
Contact for Global and Domestic Purolator’s Air Freight solutions: [email protected]
We offer freight quotes online through our Get a Quote page.
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Subject to our terms and conditions of service found at https://www.purolator.com/en/terms-and-conditions-service
* Applicable taxes are extra. Promotional rates apply to General Cargo only. Air Rate is inclusive of fuel surcharges. Additional charges may apply for Special Handling, Oversize, Dangerous Goods, or High Value Cargo. Pickup and delivery during normal business hours, within the catchment area specified. Delivery appointments, inside or residential, tailgate service or other special handling may incur an additional charge. Rate subject to applicable fuel surcharges, as provided on your specific quotation. Please contact us for details.
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