San Pedro Bay Ports Container Dwell Times for May 2025

June 12, 2025

Contact: Natasha Villa, External Affairs Manger

nvilla@pmsaship.com | (562) 241-0433

In May 2025, dwell times remained steady. Rail-destined cargo at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach remained on track, dwelling an average of 4.70 days at terminal facilities - virtually unchanged from April’s 4.72-day average. Meanwhile, truck-bound cargo dwell also held steady as well, continuing to average just under 3 days in port. These figures reflect efficient operational consistency across both rail and truck modes at the nation’s busiest port complex, despite the uncertainty characterizing current international trading patterns.

“As global trade volumes continue to ebb and flow, we are pleased to point out that marine terminals in the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are maintaining efficient and consistent cargo movement and supply chains resiliency,” said Natasha Villa, External Affairs Manager of the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association (PMSA). “Our marine terminals are prepared for the variables in trade volumes on the horizon, and this latest dwell time data demonstrates the terminals’ stability  and reliability amidst ongoing market shifts.”

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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.