A Kansas City trucking company serving America
Gelle Transport LLC is headquartered at 310 Armour Road in North Kansas City, Missouri. Kansas City sits at the crossroads of Interstates 70, 35 and 29 and is one of the largest rail hubs in the United States, which makes it a natural base for both long-haul trucking and intermodal freight.
Domestic services
We provide full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), dedicated, long-haul, expedited and intermodal transportation for manufacturers, distributors, warehouses, retailers and commercial shippers. Our dispatchers are available around the clock, and safety is our first priority on every load.
Export support
For customers shipping overseas — particularly to Kenya and East Africa — we collect freight anywhere we operate and deliver it to the departure port or airport, so the international leg starts on schedule.
Air freight to United States
Air cargo from the United States to United States normally arrives at Kansas City International (MCI) locally; JFK, ATL, ORD, IAH and LAX for export. Air freight is the best choice for urgent, compact and high-value shipments such as electronics, spare parts, documents and medical supplies. Typical door-to-door transit from the USA to this region is about 1–5 days, depending on the origin airport, connections and customs clearance. Air cargo is charged on chargeable weight — the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight.
Sea freight to United States
Ocean freight to United States usually arrives at New York/New Jersey, Savannah, Houston, Los Angeles/Long Beach. Choose a full container (FCL) for larger volumes or a shared container (LCL) for smaller consignments. Typical ocean transit from the USA to this region is about 1–3 weeks, depending on the US port, sailing schedule and transhipment.
Customs and import documents for United States
Most shipments to United States need the following. Product-specific requirements vary, so we confirm them before your cargo leaves the US:
- Commercial invoice with item values
- Detailed packing list
- Bill of lading or air waybill
- Importer registration / tax ID in United States
- Certificates of origin or conformity where required
- Permits for regulated goods (food, medicines, chemicals)
Import duties and taxes are assessed in United States in the local currency (US dollar (USD)) and are normally paid by the importer. US export rules also apply — some goods, technologies and destinations need an export licence.
How Gelle Transport helps
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Assess the shipment
We confirm the route to United States, what can be shipped and any restrictions before you commit.
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US pickup and export
We collect from your address or supplier and prepare the cargo and documents for export.
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International freight
Air or ocean booked with vetted carriers, with updates while in transit.
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Arrival coordination
Clearance and delivery in United States coordinated with local agents where available.
Shipping to United States: FAQs
How long does shipping from the USA to United States take?
Air freight typically takes about 1–5 days and sea freight about 1–3 weeks, plus clearance and inland delivery. We confirm timelines on every quote.
Which airport and port serve United States?
Air cargo usually arrives at Kansas City International (MCI) locally; JFK, ATL, ORD, IAH and LAX for export. Sea cargo usually arrives at New York/New Jersey, Savannah, Houston, Los Angeles/Long Beach.
Can Gelle Transport ship to United States?
Yes, on request. We confirm routing, availability and timing for each shipment. Our main international lane is USA to Kenya.
Who pays import duties in United States?
Duties and taxes are normally paid by the importer in United States, in US dollar (USD).