Longview, WA to Portland, OR
120-mile freight corridor via I-5 S from Longview through the Cowlitz River Valley, across the Columbia River into Portland. Same day (1.5-2 hours) transit. Moderate difficulty.
Distance
120 mi
Transit Time
Same day (1.5-2 hours)
Difficulty
Toll Cost
$0
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.40 | $288 |
| Reefer | $2.85 | $342 |
| Flatbed | $3.30 | $396 |
Rates are approximate averages and vary by season, demand, and broker. Always verify current spot rates on DAT or Truckstop.
Route Details
Recommended Route
I-5 S from Longview through the Cowlitz River Valley, across the Columbia River into Portland
Fuel Stops
0 recommended
Tolls
$0
Common Freight Types
Backhaul Information
Limited Backhaul Availability
Average backhaul rate: $1.75/mi
Common return cargo: Building materials, manufactured lumber, OSB/plywood from mills
Key Stops Along the Route
Longview, WA
Origin
Kelso, WA
Castle Rock, WA
Woodland, WA
Vancouver, WA
Portland, OR
Destination
Seasonal Trends
Timber harvesting peaks April-October when weather allows logging road access. Rainy season November-March slows harvests but mills continue processing stored logs. Housing construction booms increase lumber demand. Fire season (July-September) can shut harvest areas and roads.
Trucker Tips for This Lane
Log trucks and timber loads are overweight by nature. Know Washington and Oregon weight limits and permit requirements.
Weyerhaeuser, Georgia-Pacific, and other major timber companies headquarter or operate heavily in this corridor.
Wet roads from November-March make loaded log trucks especially dangerous on grades. Maintain extra following distance.
Portland is a major lumber export port. Export-grade logs heading to the port pay premium rates.
Oregon has no sales tax and competitive fuel prices. Fill up before crossing into Washington.