Saia · SAIA 170-D

Saia guaranteed / expedited delivery fees

Saia publishes 3 distinct guaranteed / expedited delivery charges in its SAIA 170-D — each listed below with its tariff item, conditions, and effective date.

Saia MABD Standard

$60 per shipment

Flat upcharge when customer lists specific date/multiple day window on BOL

“The charge for MABD Standard will be subject to a $60.00 flat upcharge per shipment.” (p. 144)

Source: SAIA-170-D Item 1020C · effective Oct 21, 2024 · verified July 2026

Saia Retail Delivery Assurance (XA)

30% of net freight charges, $68.00 minimum

Guarantee for shipments to Walmart/Sam's DC locations for eligible customers

“The charge for Saia Retail Delivery Assurance (XA) will be 30% of the net freight charges subject to a $68.00 minimum charge per shipment.” (p. 142)

Source: SAIA-170-D Item 1020B · effective Oct 21, 2024 · verified July 2026

Saia Guaranteed 12

35% upcharge of net line haul charges, $179.50 minimum

Delivery by 12 p.m. on published service standard day

“Charge for Saia Guaranteed 12 is a 35% up charge of the net line haul charges, subject to a minimum charge of $179.50.” (p. 140)

Source: SAIA-170-D Item 1020 · effective Oct 21, 2024 · verified July 2026

2nd lowest of 5 carriers · median $134

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More Saia fees

Hazardous materials

$44 per shipment

Inside delivery

$14.95 per cwt, $145.50 minimum, $752.00 maximum

Liftgate delivery

$11.54 per 100 lbs, $156.50 minimum, $364.00 maximum

Limited-access delivery

$173.50 per shipment

Lumper fee

$2.96 cwt, $41.50 minimum, plus $35.00 processing fee

Marking / tagging

$6.51 per package/piece, $109.00 minimum per shipment

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