San Pedro Bay Ports Container Dwell Times for January 2026 (Copy)
March 20, 2026
Contact: Natasha Villa, External Affairs Manger
nvilla@pmsaship.com | (562) 241-0433
Container dwell times at the San Pedro Bay Port Complex continued their positive trajectory in February 2026, with improvements across both truck and rail metrics reflecting the successful coordination between terminal operators, labor, and logistics partners to streamline the movement of goods from ship to shore.
Cargo destined for local delivery via truck spent an average of 2.55 days at marine terminals in February 2026, a decrease from January 2026’s 2.75 days. Rail-destined containers averaged 5.10 days at marine terminals in February 2026, down from 6.14 days in January 2026 and well below the 8.00 days recorded in February 2025, representing a year-over-year improvement of nearly three full days.
Most notably, the San Pedro Bay port complex has now achieved 13 consecutive months of truck dwell times under the three-day mark. This sustained consistency highlights the long-term efficiency and reliability of the largest gateway in North America. By maintaining these high standards of throughput, the San Pedro gateway continues to reinforce its position as the preferred hub for global shippers looking for speed and predictability in their supply chains.
“The February data reinforces what we’ve seen building over the past year - consistent, measurable performance improvements that shippers can count on. Thirteen consecutive months under the three-day truck dwell threshold is a meaningful milestone, and it reflects the sustained commitment of all stakeholders across the San Pedro Bay complex,” said Natasha Villa, External Affairs Manager of the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association (PMSA).
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About the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association (PMSA)
PMSA is an independent, not-for-profit association which represents owners and operators of marine terminals, ocean carriers, and vessels operating on the US West Coast. PMSA maintains offices in Oakland, Long Beach, and Seattle.