Saia · SAIA 170-D

Saia reconsignment / diversion fees

Saia publishes 2 distinct reconsignment / diversion charges in its SAIA 170-D — each listed below with its tariff item, conditions, and effective date.

Reconsignment or Relinquishment at Point of Origin

$5.18 per 100 lbs, $46.50 minimum, $481.00 maximum

Request before shipment left origin terminal for return/relinquishment

Source: SAIA-170-D Item 820 · effective Oct 21, 2024 · verified July 2026

“such service, if performed, will be subject to a charge of $5.18 per 100 pounds, with a minimum charge of $46.50 per shipment and a maximum charge of $481.00 per shipment” (p. 113)

Drayage Service

$61.5 per shipment

When pickup/delivery made with equipment other than normal linehaul and lading must be transferred

Source: SAIA-170-D Item 121 · effective Oct 21, 2024 · verified July 2026

“a charge of $61.50 per shipment will be assessed” (p. 28)

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Excessive / declared value

$1.00 per $100 of invoice value, $79.00 minimum charge per shipment

Detention (without power)

$236.50 per day (within terminal area); $4.57/mile, $623.00 min (outside terminal); $101.50 for LTL no-freight

Guaranteed / expedited delivery

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

Peak / demand surcharge

$135 per shipment

Cubic capacity / density minimum

calculated weight (cubic feet x 6 lbs) at class 100 rate less 85% discount

Reclassification / inspection

$44 per shipment

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