Limited-Access Locations in LTL: What Carriers Mean

In LTL, carriers flag certain pickup and delivery sites as 'limited access.' It reflects real constraints — restricted hours, security gates, no docks, or extra handling — that slow down a route.

Common examples include construction sites, mines and quarries, fields and remote yards, schools or churches, and other locations with special entry rules. These stops often carry an added fee and longer service windows.

Best practice: disclose the exact site type when you book, include contact info for on-site staff, and request the right equipment (liftgate, residential service, etc.) to keep costs predictable.