Toronto to Saint John, NB Freight Shipping: LTL & FTL Explained

Updated August 27, 2026

Distance
approx. 1,500 km
FTL transit
1-2 business days
LTL transit
2-4 business days
Pickup
Same day (GTA)

New Brunswick's industrial anchor

Saint John is home to the Irving refinery, one of the largest deep-water ports in Atlantic Canada, and a concentration of manufacturing, energy and industrial freight that makes it distinct from the region's other markets. It's also the closest major Maritime market to Ontario, which keeps transit times shorter than lanes further into Nova Scotia.

Shipmate arranges dry van, reefer and flatbed capacity into Saint John daily, with same-day pickup available across the GTA.

LTL vs FTL to Saint John

For 1 to 10 skids, LTL is the economical choice, typically delivering in 2 to 4 business days as freight consolidates through Quebec and northern New Brunswick.

For full trailers, industrial freight, or a firm appointment at a port or refinery-adjacent facility, FTL is faster and lower-risk, typically delivering in 1 to 2 business days with a single dedicated truck.

Delivering to port and industrial addresses

A number of Saint John receivers are port-, refinery-, or terminal-adjacent facilities with specific access requirements, security clearance, or appointment windows. Tell us the exact delivery address and any site requirements at quoting time so the right equipment and driver are booked from the start.

Shipmate Logistics runs the Toronto to Saint John lane regularly, with a dedicated account manager tracking your shipment door to door.

Ready to price your next load? Request a free estimate and a Shipmate specialist will respond with exact rates during business hours, or call (905) 508-6632.

Frequently asked questions

How long does shipping take from Toronto to Saint John, NB?

FTL typically delivers in 1 to 2 business days. LTL usually takes 2 to 4 business days.

Do you deliver to port and industrial facilities in Saint John?

Yes, including port-adjacent and refinery-adjacent addresses. Let us know about any site access requirements when you request a quote.

Is Saint John closer to Ontario than Halifax?

Yes. At roughly 1,500 km, Saint John is about 300 km closer to Toronto than Halifax, which typically shaves a day off transit for both FTL and LTL.

Ship this lane with Shipmate

Compare LTL and FTL pricing on the TorontoSaint John lane, with dry van, reefer and flatbed equipment available daily.

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Tell us what you’re shipping and where. A Shipmate specialist reviews availability and comes back with real pricing during business hours (Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST) — usually the same day.

  • Live carrier pricing — you pay the current market rate
  • Same-day pickup available across the GTA
  • One dedicated account manager, start to finish
  • Fully licensed & insured, with declared-value coverage

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