[ Road Freight Services ] for the US–Mexico Border

Cross-border road freight between the United States and Mexico

Around 25 border crossings a day
3 to 4 hours average crossing time
FTL, LTL, hot shots, consolidation and oversized loads
Customs cleared by the same company that moves your freight

Our certifications and memberships as a cross-border 3PL

A carrier network instead of a fleet

We are a licensed truck broker. We run no trucks of our own on this service, and that is the point: our capacity is a network of vetted carriers, so we select the equipment that fits each operation instead of the equipment that happens to be parked outside.

For you that means elastic capacity. When your volumes move, or a shipment needs a flatbed instead of a dry van, we source it. You pay for the capacity you use on the lane you use it on, not for a truck sitting idle between loads.

Our road freight logistics solutions cover cross-border shipping, cargo consolidation and oversized cargo across the United States and Mexico, coordinated from our operation on the El Paso and Ciudad Juárez border.

FTL, LTL, hot shots and oversized road freight

We coordinate cross-border road freight logistics between the United States and Mexico. Most of what we move crosses at El Paso and Ciudad Juárez, where our own operation sits.

Our carrier network and our planning team handle routing, dispatch and tracking, so your road freight services run to schedule and the cost matches the lane. Shipments are tracked by GPS and, where your systems allow it, updated straight into them by EDI.

North American trucking solutions

We provide trucking services in Mexico, the United States and Canada through our carrier network. Our focus is door-to-door, built around the equipment and the timing each shipment actually needs.

Cross-border deliveries run on two things we control ourselves: customs, handled by our own licensed brokers, and cross-docking at our El Paso facilities.

We transload at El Paso to move cargo between trailers, modes and carriers with the least time on the yard. Our road transport services include:

USA to Mexico:
From points across the USA into El Paso, Laredo, Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua and Monterrey.
Mexico to USA:
From manufacturing centers in northern Mexico to ocean ports and inland destinations across the USA.

Full Truck Load (FTL) Road Freight Logistics Solutions

For shipments that fill a trailer. FTL suits 10 to 22 pallets, and any load you would rather not have handled twice. One trailer, one seal, from pickup to delivery. On US domestic moves we normally keep gross weight at or under 44,000 lbs.

Cost-Effective Less than a Truck Load (LTL) Shipping

For partial loads that do not justify a full trailer. You pay for the space you use, and we price the lane rather than the list. LTL works for companies shipping steadily but in volumes that would leave a trailer half empty.

Urgent Hot Shots Road Freight Service

For a line that is down or about to be. We look at where the material is and how much time is left, then move the critical portion on an exclusive unit or a Sprinter Van while the rest continues on the original plan. Recovering production usually beats moving the whole shipment fast.

Affordable Cargo Consolidation for Road Freight

We combine several small shipments into one truckload so you pay bulk rates instead of six separate ones. Loads are consolidated at our El Paso facilities and move on in the same trailer, which also means one crossing and one set of documents instead of several.

Specialized Oversize Cargo Road Freight Logistics Solutions

For loads that do not fit standard equipment. Production machinery, transformers, tooling and plant equipment moving to or from manufacturing sites on both sides of the border.

Oversized freight carries its own rules in each country, and the permits, routing and equipment are arranged before the load moves, not after. Escorts and special permits are quoted separately.

Custom Road Freight Logistics Solutions for Special Projects

For moves that do not fit any of the boxes above. Plant relocations, one-off industrial projects, unusual sequencing between suppliers and plants. We work these as a plan first: what has to arrive, in what order, by when, and what it costs to hold that sequence.

All-in-One Road Transport, Freight Trucking Solutions in El Paso

We run three US–Mexico corridors: El Paso–Ciudad Juárez, Laredo–Monterrey and San Diego–Tijuana. El Paso–Juárez is where our operation concentrates and where transload and cross-docking happen in our own facilities.

From there we connect to manufacturing and distribution centers across North America. Our yard runs Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 17:00, and around 25 loads cross the border on an average day.

How a US–Mexico road freight crossing actually works

A load crossing the border moves one of two ways. In a transload, the cargo transfers at the border from a Mexico-domiciled trailer into a US carrier’s trailer, so each carrier stays inside its own operating authority. In a through-trailer move, the cargo stays in the same sealed trailer for the whole journey and only the tractor and driver change at the crossing. We run both, and which one fits depends on your cargo, your timing and your cost.

Either way the sequence is the same. We pick up at your plant and validate the paperwork before the truck leaves: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and the classification and valuation the entry needs. The load moves to the port of entry, where our own licensed brokers file the entry. Once it is in the United States it either goes straight to the consignee or comes through our El Paso facilities for transload, consolidation or distribution.

What that gets you:

One company on both sides: the broker filing your entry and the team moving your freight answer to the same operation, so a documentation problem does not become a phone tree.
Predictable crossings: 90 to 95% of scheduled shipments cross the same day, and the average crossing takes 3 to 4 hours.
Cost that matches the lane: we quote road freight transport per trip by default, and per mile, per hour, per kilo, per cbm, per LTL partial or per dedicated unit where that fits better.
Documentation handled before the truck moves: most delays at the border are paperwork, not traffic. We file 200 to 250 entries a month and we check yours at pickup. See our customs brokerage services.

Trucking and customs handled by one company

We work from El Paso, Laredo and Austin in the United States, and from Ciudad Juárez, Monterrey and Chihuahua in Mexico. Our eight facilities are all in El Paso and Ciudad Juárez, which is where the crossing volume is and where our transload and cross-docking happen.

Northbound and southbound, the operation is the same one: our planners, our brokers, our facilities. You are not handing your freight between three companies that have never spoken.

Here is what you can expect from our cross-border freight solutions:

Over 20 years on this border

We have run cross-border logistics since 2005, from the El Paso and Ciudad Juárez corridor. C-TPAT certified and IMMEX registered.

Systems that tell you where it is

TMS for planning and execution, GPS on the units, EDI into your systems where you want it, and a client portal for shipment status and documents.

Someone who knows your lane

You get pickup and delivery confirmations, notice of anything that could affect the load, and closing documentation. Updates run by event, on a schedule or in real time, whichever your operation needs.

Made-to-order, not off the shelf

FTL, LTL, hot shots, consolidation, oversized and special projects, combined into whatever your operation actually needs rather than a package.

On both sides of the crossing

Our people are in El Paso and in Ciudad Juárez, on both ends of the busiest lane we run. That is why a load held at the border gets looked at by someone who can walk to it.

Cross-border road freight FAQs

What is your expertise with cross-border road shipping and freight services?

We specialize in cross-border trucking services, facilitating the smooth transport of your goods between México and the United States. Our services include road freight transport, road cargo transportation, and freight cargo domestically and internationally. We ensure secure cross-border logistics solutions tailored to your needs.

How does EP Logistics ensure the timely and reliable delivery of goods through its cross-border road shipping services?

Utilizing advanced logistics technology and a strategically located network, we ensure that your goods are delivered promptly and securely, meeting your specific delivery requirements. with We plan in a TMS, track by GPS and confirm at each milestone. On the border itself, 90 to 95% of scheduled shipments cross the same day and the average crossing runs 3 to 4 hours.

What types of road freight transport solutions do you offer, and how do they cater to different shipment sizes?

We offer a full range of road freight transport solutions to cater to diverse shipment sizes and requirements. Our services include Full Truck Load (FTL), Less than a Truck Load (LTL), Hot Shots, Cargo Consolidation, Oversize Cargo, and Special Projects. Whether you have a small or large shipment, we have the expertise and resources to provide tailored solutions to meet your needs effectively. Trust EP Logistics for all your road freight transport requirements.

Can you explain the benefits of choosing Full Truck Load (FTL) for cross-border shipments?

Opting for Full Truck Load (FTL) ensures that your shipment occupies the entire truck, providing a dedicated and direct transportation solution. This is ideal for larger shipments that require maximum security and efficiency, it is also cost effective.

By choosing FTL, you benefit from enhanced security, faster transit times, and reduced risk of damage or loss compared to shared truck options.

How does Less than a Truck Load (LTL) contribute to cost-effective cross-border shipping for businesses with smaller shipments?

Less than a Truck Load (LTL) allows businesses to share space on a truck, reducing costs for smaller shipments. This flexible solution provides an efficient way to transport goods without the need for a dedicated truck.

By sharing transportation costs with other shipments, businesses can achieve significant savings while still benefiting from reliable and secure cross-border shipping services.

Can your Hot Shots service accommodate time-sensitive shipments, and how does it expedite the delivery process?

Our Hot Shots service is designed for time-sensitive shipments, prioritizing expedited delivery. This ensures that urgent shipments reach their destination quickly and efficiently.

With our dedicated team and specialized resources, we can expedite the delivery process, minimizing transit times and ensuring timely arrival of your time-sensitive goods.

Where a production line is down, that can mean an exclusive unit or a Sprinter Van moving the critical portion of the material while the rest of the shipment continues on the original plan.

What is the process of Cargo Consolidation, and how does it benefit businesses with multiple smaller shipments?

Cargo Consolidation involves combining multiple shipments into one, optimizing space and reducing costs. Our efficient Cargo Consolidation process provides a cost-effective solution for businesses with smaller shipments.

Do you specialize in handling Oversize Cargo for cross-border road freight, and what precautions are taken to ensure safe transport?

Yes, we specialize in handling Oversize Cargo. Our team ensures compliance with regulations, obtains necessary permits, and takes precautions to transport oversize items safely and securely.

We utilize specialized equipment and experienced personnel to ensure the safe handling and road transport of oversize cargo, minimizing the risk of damage or accidents. Additionally, we conduct thorough route planning and coordination to avoid obstacles and ensure smooth transit, ensuring the safe and timely delivery of oversize cargo shipments.

How do you stay informed about and adapt to changes in cross-border regulations and logistics?

We stay informed about changes in cross-border regulations through continuous monitoring, industry partnerships, and ongoing compliance training. Our team is dedicated to staying ahead of evolving requirements to ensure a seamless cross-border shipping experience. Additionally, we closely monitor the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) updates, enabling us to proactively adapt our processes to any changes in regulations and maintain compliance with the latest standards. This commitment ensures that our clients can trust us to navigate the complexities of cross-border logistics with accuracy and efficiency.

What happens to my load between a Juárez plant and delivery in El Paso?

Six steps, in this order:

Pickup and document check. We collect at your plant and validate the paperwork for the crossing before the truck leaves: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, classification and valuation.
Move to the port of entry. The load runs to the crossing on the corridor that fits the lane.
Entry filed. Our licensed brokers file the customs entry. This is the step where most delays happen, and it is the step we control ourselves.
The crossing. Transload into a US trailer, or through-trailer with a change of tractor and driver. Around 25 loads a day, 3 to 4 hours on average.
El Paso, if the operation needs it. Transload, consolidation, cross-docking or short-term storage at our facilities.
Delivery. Straight to the consignee, or on to the next leg. You get proof of delivery and the closing documentation.

What equipment can you put on my load?

We select equipment per operation rather than per what we own. What we coordinate most:

Dry vans, 48′ and 53′: the default for palletized freight, and what most cross-border manufacturing moves on.
Flatbeds: machinery, construction material and anything that will not fit through a rear door.
Straight trucks and light units: smaller loads and short cross-border hops.
Sprinter Vans: urgent partial moves when a line is down.
Refrigerated equipment: coordinated for temperature-sensitive freight in transit. Note this is transport, not storage. We do not operate temperature-controlled warehousing.
Specialized equipment for oversized loads: arranged per project, with the permits and routing set before the move.

What kind of freight do you move on this corridor?

Most of what crosses with us comes from manufacturing on both sides of the border:

Electronics and EMS components: high value, tight schedules, low tolerance for a held load.
Automotive and mobility parts: sequenced against a production line, which is why hot shots exist.
Medical and healthcare products: handled to the documentation standard the entry requires.
Industrial, packaging and consumer goods: steady volumes, mixed FTL and LTL.
Oversized and project cargo: machinery, tooling and plant equipment.
Temperature-sensitive freight in transit: moved in refrigerated equipment, without temperature-controlled storage at either end.

Secure and on-time deliveries across the border

Choosing a cross-border road freight partner comes down to one question: when a load is held at the border, who picks it up and who can actually do something about it? With us it is the same company, because the broker filing your entry and the team moving your freight work in the same operation.

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