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Trucking · Monterrey → United States

Cross-Border Trucking from Monterrey to United States

Monterrey to United States is about 554 km by road, crossing the border at Laredo – Nuevo Laredo. Plan on 2–8 days door to door, including the border crossing.

Distance
554 km
Transit
2–8 days
Service
FTL & LTL
554 km
Shortest pair
2–8 days
Estimated transit
Laredo
Border crossing
WhatsApp
Written quote, same business day

Lane at a glance

Route facts

We move full truckloads and consolidated shipments with verified carriers, and coordinate customs on both sides when the lane is international.

Origin
Monterrey, Mexico
Destination
United States
Distance
from 554 km
Estimated transit
2–8 days
Border crossing
Laredo – Nuevo Laredo
Equipment
53' dry van · flatbed · reefer · FTL/LTL
Incoterms
EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP

Network

Main city pairs

OriginDestinationDistanceTransit
MonterreySan Antonio554 km2–4 days
MonterreyHouston846 km3–5 days
MonterreyDallas1,050 km3–5 days
MonterreyPhoenix1,783 km4–6 days
MonterreyAtlanta2,190 km5–7 days
MonterreyLos Angeles2,392 km5–7 days
MonterreyChicago2,619 km6–8 days
MonterreyDetroit2,977 km6–8 days

How it works

From quote to delivery

  1. 01

    Quote and unit assignment

    Tell us origin, destination, cargo and unit type; we assign a verified carrier.

  2. 02

    Loading

    Loading in Monterrey with the transport documents in order.

  3. 03

    Line haul

    About 554 km of road, 2–8 days including loading windows.

  4. 04

    Border crossing

    Crossing via Laredo – Nuevo Laredo: export and import clearance, transfer truck when required.

  5. 05

    Delivery

    Delivery in United States with proof of delivery.

Checklist

Documents and cost drivers

Documents to import into United States

  • Commercial invoice
  • Packing list
  • Carta Porte (CFDI with Carta Porte complement) for the Mexican leg
  • ACE e-Manifest for the truck crossing
  • CBP entry (Form 7501) through a U.S. customs broker, with customs bond
  • USMCA certification of origin when applicable
  • FDA / USDA prior notice for regulated goods
  • Mexican export pedimento at origin

What drives the price on this lane

  • Full truckload (FTL) vs. less-than-truckload (LTL)
  • Distance and unit type (dry van, flatbed, reefer)
  • Border crossing and transfer truck when the lane is international
  • Customs clearance on each side of the border
  • Loading/unloading time and detention
  • Cargo insurance

Mexico · DOF

Exchange rate used for Mexican customs

$18.0710 MXN

USD FIX published in the DOF on September 30, 2026

See the 30-day history →

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How long does trucking from Monterrey to United States take?+

Estimated transit is 2–8 days. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.

How far is Monterrey from United States?+

The shortest pair is 554 km by road.

How much does trucking from Monterrey to United States cost?+

It depends on unit type and whether it is FTL or LTL, the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.

What documents do I need to import into United States?+

Commercial invoice; Packing list; Carta Porte (CFDI with Carta Porte complement) for the Mexican leg; ACE e-Manifest for the truck crossing; CBP entry (Form 7501) through a U.S. customs broker, with customs bond.

Do you handle Mexican customs?+

Yes. We coordinate the customs clearance in Mexico with licensed customs broker partners, so freight and customs move under one quote.

Ready to move your cargo?

Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.

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