Now open · Our 16th terminal

Columbus, Ohio: Direct LTL Shipping to and from Canada

CSA Transportation Columbus is our 16th full-service terminal. It brings direct LTL service between Canada and Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Kentucky, with daily departures and a regional CSA team on the ground.

Map of the CSA Network’s 16 terminals across Canada and the USA, with the Columbus service region of Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Kentucky highlighted
The Columbus service region: Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Kentucky.
  • Connected to the CSA Network in Canada, from Vancouver to Montreal
  • All-in LTL pricing by the pallet, with no fuel surcharge
  • Same-day pickups when you book before 2 PM local time
  • Daily departures to and from Canada
Rate & book online Online Quote

Customers rate, book and track in the New Online Portal. Questions? Customer Care: 1.855.SHIP.CSA

Sample Transit Times

Business days between the Columbus service region (Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Kentucky) and each terminal’s region, in either direction.

Terminal regionBusiness days*
Toronto, ON2–3
Ottawa, ON2–4
Montreal, QC3–4
Winnipeg, MB3–5
Calgary, AB4–6
Edmonton, AB4–7
Vancouver, BC4–7

*Transit times are operational targets, not guarantees, and vary with the pickup day. Allow an extra day for points beyond the major centres. For a specific lane, use the Transit Time Calculator in the New Online Portal. CSA does not ship small parcels or refrigerated goods.

Service Options

The same CSA service options you use today are available on every Columbus lane.

Same-day pickup

Book before 2 PM local time and we pick up the same day. Pickup tips

Delivery appointments

A set delivery window you can plan around, with optional email or phone notice before drop-off.

Pallet pricing

All-in rates by the pallet with no fuel surcharge. Preparing your LTL shipment

Online tracking

Status history and BOL and POD downloads for every shipment in the New Online Portal.

Cargo insurance

Standard carrier liability, or upgraded cargo insurance for extra protection.

Liftgate delivery

No loading dock? Ask for a liftgate when you book, and the driver lowers your freight to ground level.

Truckload

From a single pallet to a full truckload. Truckload shipping

Cross-border

We work with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Canada Border Services Agency to keep your freight moving. Shipping to Canada from the US

The CSA Network

Canada/USA LTL Specialists Since 1986

Columbus joins a network built for one job: LTL freight between Canada and the USA.

16Terminal regions across Canada & USA
94%of all Canada/USA postal/zip codes get instant rates online
99.8%Claims-free delivery record
700+Scheduled trailer departures per month
300+Shipping professionals across the network
40th anniversary, 2026Building the CSA Network since 1986

Serving Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Kentucky

Shipping to and from the Columbus service region, including:

Ohio: Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron, Dayton, Canton, Youngstown

Indiana: Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, South Bend, Lafayette, Elkhart

Michigan: Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Flint, Kalamazoo

Kentucky: Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, Owensboro, Covington, Elizabethtown

Ship with CSA Columbus

Rate, book and track every Columbus lane in the New Online Portal. New to CSA? Request an online quote and our team will get back to you with pricing.

Rate & book online Online Quote

Questions? Customer Care: 1.855.SHIP.CSA (744.7272) · customercare@shipcsa.com

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CSA ONLINE: Our legacy portal has been retired after a PHP security vulnerability. Rate, book and track in the New Online Portal, with instant rates for 94% of Canada/USA postal/ZIP codes. Learn More

NOW OPEN: COLUMBUS, OH. Our 16th terminal brings direct LTL service between Canada and Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Kentucky. Learn More

What Clients Say

Dear CSA, We want to thank you for your help this past month out of La Mirada, CA to WA. We appreciate your communication and organization and look forward to a continuing growing relationship. Thanks.

Meredith S.Logistics Coordinator, 3rd Party Logistics Provider

We have used the services of CSA Transportation since 2002 and have no hesitation in recommending them as an excellent freight carrier. They have an outstanding commitment to customer service and have always done their best to meet our request in a timely manner. As a wholesale distribution company specializing in organic and natural food products, it is important to us to know our products will be handled carefully and in a clean environment at all times. CSA Transportation has supplied us with that service consistently over the years.

Donna H.Logistics Manager, Major Food Distributor

With personalized service and accessible experts, CSA has been assisting us with cross border freight since 2000. They are our logistics people.

Suzanne W.Administration, Office Furniture Supply Company

I sincerely appreciate all of CSA for your kindness, customer service, and the way you cope with customers. For me it feels like I have known you people for years. Hope our very friendly relations remain and only get better and better.

Bijan M.Owner, 3rd Party Logistics Provider

Shipping with CSA Transportation makes us feel secure that our product will reach its destination. Whether we ship United States domestic, in Canada or cross border, I always get personal service from my account manager and prompt straight up answers.

Geoff B.General Manager, Custom Cam Shaft Design & Manufacturing

I found CSA Transportation a great company to work with. Their customer service team is very knowledgeable and helpful. They are quick to resolve any of my issues. I will continue to use CSA Transportation as my primary carrier to Canada. Thank you for all your help.

Marcus C.Shipping Department, Office Systems & Furniture Distributor

CSA transportation has been a great carrier for me. It seemed like I should be paying a service fee for the great customer service I was receiving. When I asked for a delivery confirmation, they responded in a very friendly manner confirming the on-time delivery, and let me know when I could see the POD. It was very pleasant and professional working with CSA.

Krystal V.Enterprise Account Executive, 3rd Party Logistics Provider

CSA is the only company I trust to transport my products to and from Canada. Their rates are very comparable and the service is EXCELLENT! It is particularly satisfying and comforting knowing that their staff is always eager, patient, and AVAILABLE when I have a problem or question. Thank you CSA!!

Deanna M.Operations Manager, Bird Control Products Manufacturer