Drayage Services, Port of Houston

Move containers through the Port of Houston with drayage support built for tight vessel schedules, terminal coordination, chassis needs, and inland delivery. Little John Transportation Services brings 30+ years of specialized freight experience, TWIC-certified capacity, and 24/7 tracking to help Houston shippers reduce delays, control risk, and keep cargo moving beyond the port.

Drayage truck at the Port of Houston

Our Drayage Services Services

Port drayage, container routing, compliance support, and specialized freight capacity for Houston-area import and export moves.

Container Drayage

Container, chassis, and door-to-door routing support across North America, built to connect port terminals, rail ramps, warehouses, and final delivery points with accountable coordination.

Port-to-Door TL

Port-to-door capacity for dry van, flatbed, reefer, specialized, and container freight, backed by 65,000+ approved carriers and 24/7 dispatch and tracking.

Hazmat Drayage

Hazardous material container moves supported by FMCSA HMSP credentials, Hazmat-certified capacity, Responsible Care practices, and documentation-focused handling for regulated port freight.

Reefer Drayage

Temperature-controlled container support for pharma, perishables, and food-grade freight, with monitored reefer capacity, temperature logging, exception alerts, and audit-ready chain-of-custody.

Project Cargo

Specialized handling for oversize, overweight, and project cargo moving through port gateways, including route planning, permitting, escorts, and heavy-haul equipment coordination.

Expedited Moves

Time-critical port freight support with direct routing, team-driver service, hot-shot options, and 24/7 dispatch for containers or cargo that cannot miss delivery windows.

Port drayage truck moving a shipping container

Our Port Drayage Process

Confirm Container And Terminal Details

We review container details, terminal location, release status, weight, commodity type, delivery schedule, and Houston port requirements. This helps identify the right drayage capacity, equipment, chassis plan, and compliance documentation before dispatch.

Coordinate Capacity And Appointments

Move The Container Securely

Complete Delivery And Return

Trusted By Leaders

Success Stories

Trusted by major shippers for complex port, industrial, cross-border, and specialized freight moves.

"Sin duda, Jacob Goodwin ha sido uno de los agentes de Landstar más profesionales y directos con los que he tratado hasta hoy. Es muy comprensivo y honesto, y hace todo lo posible para que la tarifa sea justa. Gracias por hacer un gran trabajo, sigan así."

Jerome Washington
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Choose a specialized freight team built for complex port logistics and accountable execution.

Port Ready

TWIC-certified capacity supports secure access for Houston port terminals and regulated container freight.

Always Tracking

24/7 dispatch and tracking keep container milestones visible from terminal pickup through delivery.

Deep Capacity

Houston shippers get access to vetted carriers, chassis options, and specialized equipment coverage.

Compliance First

Audit-ready paperwork and compliance credentials help protect sensitive, hazmat, and high-value shipments.

Meet The Houston Team

Operator-led freight experts coordinating complex port moves.

Portrait of Christopher Dale, Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services

Christopher Dale

Co-Founder & CEO

Christopher Dale is the Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services, the specialized freight company he built from the ground up in the mid-1990s alongside his brother Steven. With over 30 years at the helm, Christopher has led the company through remarkable growth — from a small operator-focused business to a North American leader ranked #1 on the ACT Transport 50 for 16 consecutive years. His expertise spans heavy-haul, hazmat, and U.S.–México cross-border logistics, handling the complex freight most carriers refuse. Christopher's leadership philosophy centers on human-first communication, operational excellence, and safety-driven execution, values that have earned the company a 100% retention rate among its Top 100 customers and an average client tenure of 33 years.

Portrait of Steven Dale, Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services

Steven Dale

Co-Founder & COO

Steven Dale is the Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services, responsible for overseeing specialized operations and the company's vast carrier network. Since co-founding the business in the mid-1990s alongside Christopher Dale, Steven has been the operational backbone of an organization that now manages over 8,000 dedicated owner-operators and 65,000 vetted and audited carriers. He ensures that teams are strategically positioned across key logistics hubs — including Laredo, Monterrey, and Guadalajara — exactly where complex freight moves. Steven's hands-on approach and deep industry expertise have been instrumental in achieving 65 million+ miles covered annually and maintaining the company's industry-leading safety and compliance standards.

Portrait of Kathleen Stingley, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Kathleen Stingley

Account Manager

Kathleen Stingley serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where she is dedicated to delivering the human-first service that defines the company's reputation across North America. In her role, Kathleen works directly with medium- to large-sized clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions — from heavy-haul and hazmat shipments to complex cross-border logistics. She serves as a reliable, knowledgeable point of contact who ensures every load is planned, tracked, and executed with precision. Kathleen embodies the company's commitment to treating clients as partners, providing responsive communication and hands-on support that has contributed to Little John's 100% Top 100 customer retention rate and decades-long client relationships.

Portrait of Brandon Potter, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Brandon Potter

Account Manager

Brandon Potter is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, bringing a client-focused approach to one of North America's most trusted specialized freight carriers. Brandon works closely with clients across a wide range of industries — including energy, industrial machinery, automotive, and chemical sectors — to develop customized transportation solutions for complex, high-stakes freight. He serves as a hands-on partner from initial quote through final delivery, ensuring clear communication, compliance documentation, and seamless coordination across Little John's expansive carrier network. Brandon's commitment to responsive, people-driven service reflects the company's core values and its reputation for moving the cargo that most carriers refuse.

Portrait of Todd Wojtkowski, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Todd Wojtkowski

Account Manager

Todd Wojtkowski is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, playing a key role in supporting the company's mission to deliver operational excellence and human-first service to every client. Todd manages freight relationships across a broad spectrum of specialized transportation needs, including heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border shipments throughout the U.S., México, and Canada. He works as a direct partner to clients, ensuring loads are matched with the right equipment, dispatched by experienced teams, and tracked through to delivery. Todd's dedication to proactive communication and audit-ready documentation helps reinforce Little John's standing as the most trusted partner for specialized freight in North America.

Portrait of Robert Wood, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Robert Wood

Account Manager

Robert Wood serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where he is committed to delivering the responsive, detail-oriented service that sets the company apart in the specialized freight industry. Robert supports clients across sectors such as oil and gas, military and defense, pharmaceutical, and retail, helping them navigate the complexities of heavy-haul, hazmat, and time-sensitive freight requirements. He takes ownership of every load from planning to final delivery, coordinating with Little John's extensive network of owner-operators and vetted carriers to ensure seamless execution. Robert's dedication to building long-term partnerships reflects the company's core value of treating every client relationship with the care and accountability of a true business partner.

Portrait of Justin James, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Justin James

Account Manager

Justin James is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, contributing to the company's legacy of specialized, safety-driven freight solutions across North America. Justin works hands-on with clients to manage complex shipping requirements, including oversized loads, hazardous materials, and cross-border freight between the United States and México. He serves as a reliable point of contact who ensures every shipment is handled with the precision and accountability that Little John's clients have come to expect over 30+ years in business. Justin's customer-first mindset and thorough understanding of the company's logistics capabilities help clients move their most demanding cargo with confidence and compliance.

Portrait of Ashlyn Dale, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Ashlyn Dale

Account Manager

Ashlyn Dale is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, upholding the family legacy of hands-on, human-first service that has defined the company since its founding in the mid-1990s. Ashlyn works directly with clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions, ensuring that every shipment — whether heavy-haul, hazmat, or cross-border — is executed with the operational discipline and personal accountability that Little John is known for. She brings a client-centered approach to every interaction, serving as a trusted partner who provides clear, timely communication and end-to-end load management. Ashlyn's commitment to excellence helps maintain the long-standing client relationships that have made Little John the #1 specialized carrier in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are port drayage drivers?

Port drayage drivers are specialized truck drivers who move shipping containers short distances between marine terminals, rail ramps, warehouses, distribution centers, or final delivery points. At busy gateways like the Port of Houston, they coordinate terminal appointments, chassis availability, gate requirements, documentation, and real-time dispatch communication so containers keep moving after vessel discharge.

What is port drayage?

How much do drayage services cost at the Port of Houston?

How quickly can you pick up a container from the port?

Do you handle hazmat container drayage?

What information is needed to schedule drayage?

Can drayage help reduce demurrage and detention?

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Need Help Planning Port Freight?

Get clear answers before your container hits the terminal.

Drayage Service Areas

Coordinated freight coverage from Houston port terminals to key North American logistics hubs.

U.S., México & Canada

Service Area

65,000+ Carriers

Carrier Network

65M+ Miles

Annual Miles

Do We Cover Your Lane?

Share your terminal, lane, and delivery timing with our team.

Certified & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

TWIC Certified credential logo

TWIC Certified

Credentialed access for secure port freight moves.

CTPAT Validated certification logo

CTPAT Validated

Validated supply chain security for cross-border freight.

FMCSA Satisfactory Rating certification logo

FMCSA Satisfactory Rating

Federal safety rating supporting compliant transport operations.

Request Port Drayage Support Today

Tell us your container details, terminal, destination, timing, and special handling requirements. Our team will review capacity, compliance needs, and routing options quickly.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 (479) 264-6501. You can also send us a quick email at quotes@ljtsi.com.